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  3. Computer Science: Software and Systems Engineering B.Sc. (classic, cooperative, and international programmes)
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School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Computer Science: Software and Systems Engineering B.Sc. (classic, cooperative, and international programmes)

Here you will acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to implement software-intensive systems in IT projects.

Overview

Degree Bachelor of Science, optional vocational training
Start of study Winter semester
Application period Winter semester 01 June until 15 July
Standard period of study 7 semesters
Credits 210
Accredited

Yes

Admission restricted Yes
Admission requirements
  • Higher education entrance qualification
  • Only for the cooperative variant: A contract for integrated practice with a company or public body with which Hochschule Bremen has concluded a cooperation agreement for the implementation of the degree programme.
Language of instruction German
Faculty/institution School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Integrated stay abroad Optional
Study format cooperative study mode optional

The degree programme in Computer Science: Software and Systems Engineering (ISS) provides students with the competences required to design, develop, test, operate and maintain complex technical software-intensive systems with corresponding quality assurance. In addition to computer science, the subject-specific educational goal of the degree programme is ensured by means of two equally strong specialisations: Hardware (digital technology, microprocessor technology, computer architecture) and software (operating systems, software technology, databases, computer networks).

The degree programme in Computer Science: Software and Systems Engineering can be studied in a classic, a cooperative, and an international version. While in the classic variant the course content is taught in an application-oriented manner at the university in seminar format, exercises and laboratories, the cooperative variant is supplemented by practical training within a cooperating partner company or public body, and the international variant by a period of one-semester studying abroad.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Computer Science: Software and Systems Engineering programme (B. Sc.) are in high demand in their diverse work environment. Due to their broad education, they can take on a variety of tasks, e.g.:

  • Design, development, quality assurance, operation and maintenance of software-intensive systems using methods of modern software engineering
  • Development, conceptual design, programming, installation and maintenance of computer systems and computer networks
  • Planning, project planning, commissioning, and operation of industrial communication networks
  • Development and programming of microprocessor-based controls
  • Organisation and management of software-intensive projects
  • Sales and service in the area of hardware and software

Typical career fields open to graduates include the conception, design, development, testing, management, sales, and service of software-intensive systems. Training for such a large number of vocational activities is necessary because the labour market demands increasing flexibility on the part of even specialist personnel. In addition, technical progress necessitates a broad qualification within the framework of a vocationally qualifying university education.

Classic studies

The degree programme Computer Science: Software and Systems Engineering in its classic variant is an undergraduate degree programme aimed at students who have a technically-oriented interest in computer science as well as its application in a systems context and are seeking a broad spectrum of career options with their choice of degree programme.

The programme is composed of seminar-style teaching units in small groups, accompanying exercises, laboratories with a high practical component, application-oriented projects, and an in-company practice phase. It offers a first vocationally qualifying university education in an interdisciplinary context and students graduate with the degree Bachelor of Science (B. Sc.). The studies are characterised by continuous dialogue between students, lecturers, and potential employers, providing the basis for direct career entry as well as for a subsequent Master's degree programme.

Porträt des Studierenden Stanislav Voytas

„A degree programme like "Computer Science: Software and Systems Engineering’ (until the end of September 2022 still called "Computer Engineering") offers precisely the exciting challenge of complex content interwoven with realistic practical applications that I was looking for. Having mastered this makes me proud and provides me with an excellent foundation for my current job.“

Stanislav Voytas Alumni Computer Engineering, 2022

Advantages of a Cooperative Degree Programme

Two qualifications

Training-integrated degree programmes conclude with two qualifications in one training programme: the internationally recognised Bachelor's degree and the Chamber of Industry and Commerce qualification for the respective training occupation.

Shorter training period

Compared to an apprenticeship and a subsequent degree programme, the time required for a cooperative degree programme is significantly shorter overall.

Career prospects

Students already gain practical experience in the company during their studies. This qualifies them compared to competitors with a conventional degree. Many companies hire graduates of cooperative programmes because they are practice-oriented, determined and ready to perform. In addition, graduates of cooperative programmes are already socially integrated into the company.

Salary

Due to the combination of studies and training, you will receive a salary from the company for the entire duration of your studies. In many cases, the company also pays the semester fees.

  • Piktogramm zur Darstellung einer Person

    „The cooperative degree programme in computer science with its interlocking theoretical and practical components prepares students very well for their careers.“

    Andrea Salzwedel Alumni cooperative degree programme in computer science

  • Porträt Dylan Noah Schade

    „The cooperative degree programme in computer science combines practice with theory and gives me not only exciting future prospects after graduation but also financial independence while I’m studying. The content of computer engineering matches my current work environment, which often moves between high-level programming and hardware configuration.“

    Dylan-Noah Schade Alumni 2022

Cooperations

Here you can find an overview of our partner companies and public bodies and the places available for the cooperative training degree programme:

  • Partner companies and bodies & available study places (Page only available in German)

Advantages of an international degree programme

Intercultural competence

Students of the international variant spend a semester at a university abroad. Not least by participating in additional events and extra-curricular activities during their stay abroad, students strengthen the competences they need to be able to interact appropriately and successfully with other cultures.

Language competence

Students of the international variant make themselves fit for the internationalised labour market through improved language skills and intercultural competence. Based on the semester they spend studying abroad, they can use their professional competences in an international context, also in a foreign language.

Career prospects

In times of globalisation, converging markets and internationally operating companies with cross-border development teams, language and intercultural skills are essential for a successful career. The international version of the degree programme equips graduates with the necessary competences.

Partner universities

List of partner universities for the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Piktogramm zur Darstellung einer Person

„Studying in the International Computer Engineering programme is ideal preparation for the global job market in computer science and electrical engineering.“

Tim Wieborg Alumni 2020

Programme structure

Module manual (German)

  • Modulhandbuch ISS & ATMECH (Stand 10.03.22 - gültig ab Wintersemester 2022/2023) (PDF, 2 MB, File does not meet accessibility standards)
  • Course catalogue (German)

Examination regulations (German)

  • BPO ISS 2022 (PDF, 844 KB, File does not meet accessibility standards)
  • BPO ISS Berichtigung 2023 (PDF, 371 KB, File does not meet accessibility standards)
  • General examination regulations for bachelor degree programmes

Practical application

Laboratories  

  • Laboratory for Software Engineering
  • Laboratory for Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Technology Laboratory
  • Digital Circuits Laboratory
  • Laboratory for Sensors and Actuators
  • Interactive Systems and Robotics Laboratory
  • Laboratory for IoT systems
  • Laboratory for Computer Networks
  • Laboratory for Plant and Control Engineering

Project examples

  • Assignment: The team is to design, develop and test a software system that enables automatic processing of reservations, management of vehicles, members, and billing

    Technologies used: Java, Maven, Spring Boot, Gitlab & Gitlab-CI, Docker, Junit, Lombok, Mockito, Postman

    Database integration: MYSQL, mariaDB or PostgreSQL, Hibernate, Java Persistance API

    Agile approach: Scrum incl. CI/CD tools and methods

  • Background:

    • Enable better collaboration between Dev, Ops and QA through shared incentives, processes, and software tools
    • DevOps is intended to improve the quality of the software, the speed of development and delivery, and the cooperation between the teams involved.

    Project objective: A platform for the management of fully automated deployments.

    Software used:

    • GitLab/Runner (code management, continuous integration & delivery)
    • Kubernetes (container orchestration)
    • Docker (container virtualisation)
    • IntelliJ IDEA (development environment)
    • Checkmk (Monitoring)

Internationality

Hochschule Bremen in general, as well as the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science in particular, have partner universities and partner faculties all over the world. The agreements concluded between the School and the foreign partners regulate the exchange of students and supplement studies with an international component. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about studying abroad during your studies.

All partner universities of HSB

Partner universities of the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

    • Austria, Graz/Kapfenberg, FH Joanneum

    • Austria, St. Pölten, FH St. Pölten

    • Austria, Hagenberg, FH Oberösterreich

    • Austria, Salzburg, FH Salzburg GmbH

    • Austria, Wiener Neustadt, FH Wiener Neustadt

    • Croatia, Osijek, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University in Osijek

    • Denmark, Aarhus, Aarhus University

    • Estland, Tartu, University of Tartu

    • Finland, Riihimäki, HAMK Hämeen ammattikorkeakoulu

    • Finland, Tampere, University of Applied Sciences Tampere

    • France, Paris, ESIEA - Ecole Superieure d`Informatique - Electronique - Automatique

    • France, Troyes, Université de Technologie de Troyes

    • Ireland, Letterkenny, Letterkenny Institute of Technology

    • Ireland, Waterford, Waterford Institute of Technology

    • Italy, Catania, Universita Degli Studi Catania

    • Italy, Salerno, University of Salerno

    • Latvia, Riga, RTU - Riga Technical University

    • Latvia, Riga, Transport and Telecommunication Institute

    • Latvia, Ventspils, Ventspils University College

    • Luxemburg, Luxemburg, Université du Luxembourg

    • Netherlands, Groningen, Hanze University of Applied Sciences

    • Netherlands, Amsterdam, Hogeschool van Amsterdam

    • Netherlands, Den Haag, The Hague University of Applied Sciences

    • Netherlands, Vlissingen/Middelburg, HZ University of Applied Sciences (Vlissingen)

    • Norway, Oslo, University of Oslo

    • Norway, Trondheim, NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology

    • North Macedonia, Skopje, SS. Cyril and Methodius University Skopje

    • USA, Arcata (CA), Humboldt State University
    • USA, Brooklyn, New York, NYU Polytechnic Institute of Technology, Tandon School of Engineering
    • USA, Huntsville, University of Alabama
    • USA, Golden, Colorado School of Mines
    • India, Madras, IIT Chennai
    • India, Manipal, MIT Manipal
    • Canada, Toronto, OCAD University
    • Canada, Nanaimo, Vancouver Island University
    • Canada, Thunderbay, Lakehead University
    • Japan, Tokio, Ochanomizu University
    • Japan, Tokio, Tsuda College
    • Sout Korea, Seoul, Seoultech University
    • Thailand, Bangkok, Bangkok University
    • Jordan, Amman, German-Jordanian University
    • China, Shanghai, Dianji University
    • Brasil, Porto Alegre, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS)
    • Australia, Melbourne, Swinburne University

Application

Applications are initially submitted directly to one of the partner companies with which the Hochschule Bremen has concluded a cooperation agreement for the implementation of the degree programme. The application deadline therefore depends on the organisational requirements of the respective company. The in-company training usually begins on 1 August or 1 September.

  1. Get informed

    Check the application deadlines and admission requirements for your desired degree programme.

    Questions about the degree programme can be answered by the contact persons on the degree programme pages. If you have any further questions about your decision to study at HSB, our advisory and service institutions will be happy to help.

    • Advisory & Service at HSB
  2. Apply

    You need to apply with a cooperating company first. After signing a training contract, you apply to HSB.

    Applying to HSB is not possible without a training contract.

    • Online application
    • International applications
  3. Admission and enrolment

    • Accepting a place and enrolling online
  4. Welcome to HSB!

    • Information on the start of studies

Representative cooperative variant

Porträtfoto Richard Sethmann

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Richard Sethmann
+49 421 5905 5483
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Coordinator cooperative variant

Porträtfoto Maike Wilken

Dipl. Oec. Maike Wilken
+49 421 5905 5396
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Representative international variant

Porträtfoto Jasminka Matevska

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jasminka Matevska
+49 421 5905 5425
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Coordinator international variant

Porträtfoto Brigit Averbeck

Birgit Averbeck
+49 421 5905 5433
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Registrar's office

Auf dem Bild ist Melanie Strebe zu sehen. Sie hat ihr blondes Haar zu einem hohen Kopf zusammengebunden und trägt einen grauen Pullover.

Melanie Strebe
+49 421 5905 2374
+49 176 1514 0134
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