University of Applied Sciences
University of Applied Sciences
The language of instruction in most THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
The programmes Mechanical Engineering M.Eng. and Interactive Media M.Sc. are taught in English language starting from the winter semester 2025/26.
As globalization advances, IT expertise in English and the ability to collaborate across borders are becoming increasingly important. For example, employees at large software companies and computer manufacturers interact with colleagues and customers all over the world. To provide the best possible foundation for this, the Applied Computer Science degree programme has an international focus and includes a study abroad semester. Conversely, international students can find a sufficient range of English-language courses during a one-semester study abroad programme.
Application deadline | Winter semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Science (180 CP) |
Form of study | Full-time |
Duration | 6 semesters |
Accreditation | Yes (ASIIN e. V.) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Possible Master's degree courses | Computer Science (M.Sc.), Interactive Media (M.Sc.) |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
Applied Computer Science at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences, just like Computer Science, is a discipline focused on basics and methodology that is also highly practical. We place particular emphasis on directly linking theory with its practical application. Our graduates can work in almost any industry and take on a wide variety of roles. These include, for example, the development and programming of software and apps, the maintenance of computer systems in companies, protection against cyberattacks, as well as the creation of applications in the fields of Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR). Computer scientists never work in isolation but are always in contact with colleagues and clients.
During your Applied Computer Science program at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences, you can specialize by selecting from a range of core elective modules. You will focus either on systems distributed across the cloud, smartphones, and everything in between, or on the production of digital content and AR/VR/MR applications, or even on artificial intelligence (AI), embedded systems, and robots.
Some courses in the Bachelor’s degree programme in Applied Computer Science are taught in English. In addition, a study abroad period is scheduled for the fifth semester. You can complete it at one of our partner universities in Finland, Iceland, Norway, Austria, Scotland, Sweden, Spain, and Poland, or at a university of your choice. A special seminar will prepare you for this.
The degree programme is characterized by diverse teaching methods: modern and traditional formats such as projects, group work, lectures, exercises, and lab sessions complement one another. This makes the degree programme particularly varied. Tutorials provide optimal support for your learning success. Right on the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences campus, 19 specialized labs with more than 150 computer workstations and modern technology are available for practical work, including various robots, a dedicated sound studio, the latest camera technology (S3D stereo rig with Red cameras, DSLR cameras), and smartphones for app programming.
Project work begins in the first days of the program and is an integral part of the rest of the curriculum, starting with projects accompanying exercises, through the complex internship in the fourth semester, to the work placement in the sixth semester. The following topics, for example, are covered:
In addition, we collaborate with companies in the region and other universities, such as regiocom, Computacenter, Autohaus Mothor, März Network Services, and the Konrad Wolf Film University Babelsberg.
Computer Science professionals are highly sought-after professionals in nearly every industry and are versatile in their roles. Those who have gained international work experience during their studies also demonstrate what else they have to offer beyond their technical qualifications: international and social competencies, initiative, mobility, communication competencies, flexibility, and curiosity—all qualities that are becoming increasingly important in a globalized economy.
For graduates with the Cloud and Mobile Computing track, the job market offers many very well-paid positions, including in the development of mobile and cloud-based applications as well as in the DevOps field. With the Interactive Media track, you are particularly well-equipped for the diverse career paths in the media and creative industries, such as audio/video design or the creation of computer animations. And the Artificial Intelligence track makes you a sought-after professional in fields such as machine learning, robotics, or language technology.
In general, Applied Computer Science is a very promising field of study. Salaries in this sector are above average, and many of our graduates are able to sign their first employment contract even while still in school.
To enroll, you must have a high school diploma, a vocational college entrance qualification, or a subject-specific university entrance qualification. Alternatively, you can demonstrate a lower secondary school diploma along with completed vocational training suitable for the program and at least two years of professional work experience. You do not need any prior knowledge of Computer Science for this degree programme—you should have a basic understanding of mathematics and the natural sciences and enjoy working with computer technology. It is also not necessary to be particularly proficient in English, though basic English skills are advantageous so that you can understand the often English-language technical literature. Female students are just as welcome as male students. We would be happy to advise you personally.
Detailed information on admission requirements can be found in the Enrollment Regulations as well as the currently valid version of the study and examination regulations for your degree programme.
You can enroll directly online for the Bachelor’s degree programme in Applied Computer Science via the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences’ meinCampus portal. Are you an international applicant who earned your high school or university degree outside of Germany? On the website of our Centre for International Relations and Languages, you’ll find all the information regarding the requirements and the application process via Uni-Assist.
The degree course provides you with a solid basic business education with a high degree of practical relevance. You can set an individual focus, be that controlling, taxing, marketing, logistics, SME management, personnel or even economic as well as IT-related topics.
The Bachelor of Business Administration attaches particular importance to promoting the entrepreneurial thinking and actions of the students. Starting your own business? You will get the necessary tools for this here.
In addition to subject-specific expertise, the degree course also strengthens key competences in the areas of strategic, sustainable and solution-oriented thinking and acting, project management, team leadership and communication.
Other special features include small working groups, a close relationship to Business Informatics, an integrated, 10 week practical project during the 5th semester as well as the opportunity to work on real projects (e.g. business plan, project management, practical thesis).
What makes the Bachelor of Business Administration stand out is our special link to industry: For example, more than half of our students write their thesis in close cooperation with a company.
Application deadline | Winter Semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Science |
Form of study | Full-time or dual study format |
Duration | 6 semesters (3 years) for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | Yes (FIBAA) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Possible Master's degree courses | Business Administration (M.Sc.) |
After successfully completing the Bachelor of Business Administration, graduates have access to a wide range of activities in companies from a variety of sectors (e.g. industry, trade and services) as well as in public administrations, associations and other organisations.
Depending on their chosen specialisation, students can prepare themselves for a later career in the areas of marketing, controlling, personnel, logistics, taxing or the management of small and medium-sized enterprises.
The orientation of the degree course also provides particularly good opportunities in the development of new business areas, the management of small and medium-sized enterprises as well as the foundation and succession of a company.
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
The Bachelor degree course is modular:
At the beginning you learn the fundamentals of Mathematics, Statistics, Accounting, Business Law and Business English.
During the first semester you will learn how to run and operate companies through the economic core modules (e.g. Fundamentals of Entrepreneurial Activity, Production and Material Management, Personnel and Organisation, Marketing and Sales, Accounting, Controlling, Financing and Investment, Economics).
You will refine your entrepreneurial thinking and actions in modules such as Business Plan, Project Management, Start-up Management and Business Succession.
The Studium Generale allows you to think outside the box and to deal with overarching aspects of corporate governance (e.g. CSR - corporate social responsibility and sustainability, philosophy of science, legal aspects).
With the choice of specialisation modules (see last tab) you can set your individual focus in business and economic functional areas from the 4th semester onward.
Varied forms of teaching and learning (e.g. case studies, simulation games, guest lectures) offer variety and strengthen your competence profile beyond pure technical expertise.
Students work with practical activities in numerous teaching modules, such as the integrated practical project during the 5th semester and a thesis in cooperation with a company.
Students can complete a part of their Bachelor's degree course at one of more than 20 partner universities abroad. The 5th semester is best suited as a semester abroad ("mobility window", see SPO Section 6(7)). The International Office will assist you in choosing a suitable university abroad.
Selection of three Business Administration specialisations:
Choice of a specialisation from the subject areas Economics or Business Informatics:
All specialisations comprise two modules and run over two semesters. This offer is made subject to capacity or organisational changes.
Business know-how is in demand in every company. Regardless of whether it is a small craft business, a hotel or a public administration company.
The extra-occupational Bachelor of Business Administration offers men and women the opportunity to further their education and to obtain a Bachelor of Business Administration from the THB.
Attendance phases at the university and supervised self-study phases alternate.
The lectures take place every two weeks on Fridays and Saturdays. This leaves time for work and family during the week.
The main location is the THB in Brandenburg an der Havel. For a minimum number of participants, the extra-occupational Bachelor of Business Administration can also be offered at the Neuruppin location.
This study format combines distance learning and attendance at the THB. During the attendance phases, students come to the university to build on their knowledge.
Individual// The degree course is modular. It offers a variety of content-related options and combinations. As a result, it can be designed individually, efficiently and practically.
Flexible// The degree course adapts to the needs of the students. You can either take all modules that are pending in the semester, or only select individual modules. As a result, the students control the pace of their studies.
Practical// Newly acquired knowledge can be tested and extended through project work and case studies. Students can incorporate their professional experiences and encourage discussion in classroom sessions.
Application deadline | Winter Semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Science |
Form of study | extra-occupational, or only individual modules can be selected |
Duration | 7 semesters (3.5 years) for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | Yes (FIBAA) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Possible Master's degree courses | Business Administration (M.Sc.), Technology and Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship (M.Sc.) |
Business Administration graduates are needed everywhere. In this respect, many doors are open in various industries after graduation. As an employer, trade, banking, international, public sector, recruitment, insurance or business consultancy, for example, come into question. There is an especially great need for business know-how in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
Please note: This teaching format is not suitable for applicants who come with a study visa for Germany.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
The part-time degree course in Business Administration is modular. It offers a variety of content options and combinations. As a result, it can be designed individually, efficiently and practically. The part-time degree course in Business Administration is designed so that the training can be flexibly adapted to a student’s occupational burden. Attendance and self-learning phases alternate. Click HERE to read more.
For students
€146 administration fee + €500 media usage fee = €646 semester fee
For module students (only individual modules may be studied here)
€146 administration fee + module fee (depending on the attendance hours) = semester fee
Further information and a detailed list of costs can be found HERE.
Due to the digitisation of society, hardly any business process can function without IT support today. A globally networked digital economy will emerge in the future, which has to be shaped, especially by computer scientists. As a result, business information specialists are in great demand already and will continue to be an indispensable interface between users/decision-makers and technology.
Application deadline | Winter Semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Science |
Form of study | Full-time or Dual |
Duration | 6 semesters (3 years) for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | Yes (FIBAA) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Possible Master's degree courses | Business & Information Systems Engineering (M.Sc.), Security Management (M.Sc.) |
Business & Information Systems Engineering is a young and interdisciplinary subject area with links to computer science and business administration. The subject is unique due to the combination of different knowledge and skills, together resulting in a demanding qualification profile which is highly sought after in the professional world.
The job profile of the Business & Information Systems Engineering specialist is extremely complex and nuanced. Graduates work in all areas of business and society:
Whether it is in management, organisation, sales and marketing, development, consulting or training, business information, specialists are active in various business sectors. With the internationally recognised academic degree "Bachelor of Science", the way is clear for starting a career (20,000 vacancies with growth potential) or for continuing studies in the appropriate Master of Business & Information Systems Engineering or to become a security specialist through the Master of Security Management.
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
The contents which are taught in the “Bachelor of Science” in Business informatics (see module sheet) range from economics, computer science and the special contents of business informatics, are also referred to as the three pillars of business informatics. Students specifically qualify with special competences for the design and optimisation of company information and communication systems. This includes assessing the application potential (e.g. big data) of new technologies such as the Internet and increasing mobile communications in the age of Industry 4.0. As a result, the course is set for activities in:
Students particularly appreciate the broad spectrum of training and the diversity of career prospects associated with it. The content of the degree course is aimed at people interested in economics and computer science/technology, with a deliberate move away from theoretical computer science, special mathematics and the specialisations of economics. Instead, the Business & Information Systems Engineering degree course deals with:
Studying at the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences means studying at a multi-award-winning, family-friendly, young and modern university located in the immediate vicinity of the capital city Berlin. The accredited (FIBAA) Bachelor of Business Informatics is regularly in the TOP ranks of the CHE ranking. It covers six semesters with a total of 180 ECTS. The first two semesters provide information about business administration and system development as well as techniques in scientific work. Specialised knowledge in computer science for the optimal use of information and communication technologies in companies or administrations complement the rest of the degree course:
You will study according to your individual life situation in one of these two formats:
1. Full-time degree course,
2. Dual degree course
In the Bachelor's degree course in Computational Engineering you will deal with the exciting applications of modern computer technologies in the engineering sciences. You will learn how to use the latest computer programs to model, analyze and simulate technical systems. The basis for this is a sound understanding of scientific and technical interrelationships, particularly in the fields of mathematics, physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and photonics
In the first semesters, you will learn the mathematical, scientific and engineering fundamentals in order to subsequently gain in-depth knowledge of engineering informatics. With supplementary topics such as artificial intelligence, microcontroller technology, digital image processing, IT security and data protection, THB offers you a broad spectrum of course content.
Thanks to internships, project work and final theses in cooperation with industry and research, you can make valuable contacts and prepare for a successful professional career during your studies.
You can complete individual study phases at universities in other countries to improve your language skills, acquire intercultural competencies and signal mobility to your future employers.
Application deadline | for the winter semester 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Engineering |
Form of study | Full-time, dual |
Duration | 7 semesters (3.5 years), 210 ECTS |
Accreditation | in preparation |
Numerus clausus | No |
Pre-study internship | recommended |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
This degree course opens up a wide range of career prospects for you. You have the best entry opportunities in all sectors in which modern computer technologies are used to solve technical problems, including the automotive industry, medical technology, energy and environmental technology, aerospace and research and development.
The fields of activity primarily include the optimization of processes and the development of new innovative products in areas such as medical technology, mobility technology or consumer technology.
Due to the ongoing development of digitalization, the prospects for IT engineers are very promising. A wide variety of career opportunities open up in different industries and companies.
It is impossible to imagine our world without information technology. Everywhere in our daily lives, we interact with devices and processes based on it: we chat on our smartphones, stream movies, and make payments via apps. Most companies today would not be able to function without IT either. Whether you aspire to be a developer, a security expert, or a project manager, this program prepares you for a career in a sector with a strong future.
Application deadline | Winter Semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Science (180 CP) |
Form of study | Full-time or Dual |
Duration | 6 semesters for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | Yes (ASIIN e.V.) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Possible Master's degree courses |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
Computer Science at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences is a discipline focused on basics and methodology, yet it is also highly practical. We place particular emphasis on directly linking theory with its practical application. Our graduates can work in almost any industry and take on a wide variety of roles. These include, for example, the development and programming of software and apps, the maintenance of computer systems in companies, protection against cyberattacks, as well as the creation of applications in the fields of Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR). Computer scientists never work in isolation but are always in contact with colleagues and clients.
The Bachelor’s degree programme in Computer Science is characterized by diverse teaching methods: modern and traditional formats such as projects, group work, lectures, exercises, and lab sessions complement one another. This makes the degree programme particularly varied. Tutorials provide optimal support for your academic success. Right on the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences campus, 19 specialized labs with more than 150 computer workstations and state-of-the-art technology are available for practical work, including various robots, a dedicated sound studio, the latest camera technology (S3D stereo rig with Red cameras, DSLR cameras), and smartphones for app programming.
Project work begins in the first days of the program and is an integral part of the rest of the curriculum, starting with projects accompanying exercises, through the complex internship in the fourth semester and the major project in the fifth semester, all the way to the work placement in the sixth semester. The following topics, for example, are covered:
In addition, we collaborate with companies in the region and other universities, such as regiocom, Computacenter, Autohaus Mothor, März Network Services, and the Konrad Wolf Film University Babelsberg.
Starting in the third semester, you can explore your specific interests in Computer Science by selecting various core elective modules. At least four modules from a single area are required for one of the three profiles—“Cloud and Mobile Computing” (CMC), “Artificial Intelligence” (AI), or “Interactive Media” (IM)—to be listed on your transcript.
Cloud and Mobile Computing
Mobile apps are everywhere in our daily lives—whether we’re posting photos on social media, looking up train schedules, or tracking our fitness goals. Behind these apps lie complex processes that handle large volumes of data. At the same time, mobile devices have limited resources. That’s why they use cloud platforms to process and store the vast amounts of data. This program focus teaches you the technical basics of mobile applications and systems, as well as cloud computing. In addition to developing applications for various mobile operating systems, special emphasis is placed on designing apps with the user in mind.
Artificial Intelligence
Whether it’s voice assistants like ChatGPT, driver-assistance systems, or autonomous drones that inspect bridges for potential damage: Many technical devices today use systems equipped with built-in intelligence—they are capable of learning, processing information, and sometimes even thinking like humans to perform tasks or solve problems. Many algorithms in such intelligent systems are inspired by natural models, including optimization methods, neural networks, and evolutionary algorithms. In this program focus, you will learn all the basics needed to develop and program intelligent systems yourself.
Interactive Media
From TikTok to feature films, from podcasts to audiobooks, from blog posts to social media posts: behind all these media formats lie complex processes of digital production, distribution, and archiving. Developing them requires bridging the gap between design and Computer Science. This requires creativity and aesthetic judgment as well as the ability to implement technical solutions and an awareness of how new technologies influence our society. This major provides you with the necessary expertise for this.
Computer Science is the field that will play a decisive role in shaping our daily lives and work over the coming decades. That is why computer scientists are highly sought-after professionals in nearly every industry and are versatile in their roles. For graduates with a specialization in Cloud and Mobile Computing, the job market offers many highly paid positions, including in the development of mobile and cloud-based applications as well as in the field of DevOps. With a specialization in Interactive Media, you’ll be particularly well-equipped for the diverse career paths in the media and creative industries, such as audio/video design or the creation of computer animations. And the Artificial Intelligence track makes you a sought-after professional in fields such as machine learning, robotics, or language technology.
In general, Computer Science is a very promising field of study. Salaries in this sector are above average, and many of our graduates are able to sign their first employment contract even while still in school.
To enroll, you need a high school diploma, a vocational college entrance qualification, or a subject-specific university entrance qualification. Alternatively, you can demonstrate a secondary school diploma (Grade 9–10) along with completed vocational training relevant to the program and at least two years of professional experience in your field. You do not need any prior knowledge of Computer Science for this degree programme—you should have a basic understanding of mathematics and the natural sciences and enjoy working with computer technology. Knowledge of English is an advantage so that you can understand the often English-language technical literature. Female students are just as welcome as male students. We would be happy to advise you personally.
Detailed information on admission requirements can be found in the Enrollment Regulations as well as the currently valid version of the study and examination regulations for your degree programme.
You can enroll directly online for the Bachelor’s degree programme in Computer Science via the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences’ meinCampus portal. Are you an international applicant who earned your high school or university degree outside of Germany? You can find all the information you need about the requirements and the application process via Uni-Assist on the website of our Centre for International Relations and Languages.
In 25 years, the Department of Engineering has built up competencies in the field of electrical and mechanical drive technology, which come together in the new E-mobility degree program. With this study program, we are meeting the modern challenges future engineers will face who must master the integration of systems from different fields for new products and technologies - in this case mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and control engineering.
The E-mobility degree course is characterized in particular by the teaching of knowledge, methodological skills and working techniques in a professionally balanced representation of the technical systems required for this.
E-mobility includes all technical devices or processes that set people or goods in motion or support muscle-driven movements by means of electric motor drives. The "mobile" energy storage systems will (have to) adapt to the level of technical development.
The term electromobility is intended to cover a wide range of applications:
One of the possible "technical" answers to counteract the critical climate changes lies in the technology change of vehicle drives. This means that electromechanical drive technology and energy storage systems will play a key role in all transport sectors. Mobility change will then not mean substituting the internal combustion engine with an e-motor in the car, but offering diverse, flexible and efficient forms of mobility.
Application deadline | Winter semester: 31.08. |
Form of study | Full-time or dual |
Duration | 7 semesters (3.5 years) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Accredition | In preparation |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
In the first two semesters, the mathematical-scientific and engineering fundamentals are taught. Each module concludes with an examination. The study achievements of one semester comprise 30 credits. In the 3rd to 6th semesters, in-depth knowledge is taught in compulsory and elective modules.
Projects carried out in small teams are an integral part of the program. Students learn to familiarize themselves independently with a new topic, to organize themselves in a group and to take responsibility for individual areas of the project. Individual study phases can be completed at foreign universities in order to gain language and intercultural competence and to signal mobility. In the 7th semester, students first complete an industrial placement, which is usually carried out in an industrial company. Afterwards, the Bachelor's thesis marks the conclusion of the degree course.
in the following areas:
The dgree course offers a broad spectrum of engineering science modules that enable students to develop effective and efficient solutions to the respective problem field. From the 4th semester onwards, elective modules can be selected.
By working on practical problems, students can practically review and apply the knowledge they acquired during their studies. The development of solutions in a team is in the foreground.
Thanks to this practical training, we cooperate with science and industry both regionally and nationally. The specialist and practical skills of students are strengthened by working on practically-orientated questions.
Application deadline | Winter semester: 31.08., for international students: 01.04 - 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Engineering (180 CP) |
Form of study | Full-time, part-time or dual |
Duration | 6 semesters for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | in preparation |
Numerus clausus | No |
Preparation course | There will be a math prep course from September 7–11. We recommend that you attend if it’s been a while since you took math classes or if you’d like to brush up on your skills. You can find more information here. |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
In the Bachelor’s program in Engineering Education, you combine engineering with education. The program places a special emphasis on the close integration of these two fields. Over the course of six semesters, you will acquire both technical basics and educational competencies. You’ll understand how technical systems work while simultaneously learning how to design learning processes. Through the targeted combination of these two areas, you’ll be prepared to convey complex technical content in a clear and practical way. As a practice-oriented cooperative degree programme, this degree programme is offered in collaboration with the University of Potsdam (UP).
At Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences, you’ll choose a technical specialization—electrical engineering or Mechanical Engineering—and, through engineering modules that are practice-oriented and make use of modern laboratories, you’ll learn the basics of Engineering Sciences and develop a technical understanding.
At UP, you’ll acquire teaching skills and learn how to prepare lessons through educational science modules and a variety of learning formats. This will enable you to present and convey knowledge in a way that is both understandable and practical.
Through internships, project work, and your thesis—all conducted in collaboration with schools, industry, and research institutions—you can build valuable professional connections and prepare for a successful career while still in school.
You can complete individual phases of your studies at universities in other countries to improve your language skills, gain intercultural competencies, and demonstrate your willingness to work abroad to future employers.
Thanks to the combination of engineering and education (approximately 75% engineering, 25% educational science), you’ll be in high demand both in schools and in industry. With a relevant master’s degree—for example, in electrical engineering or metallurgical engineering—you can work as a teacher at vocational schools or technical high schools. You can also pursue a career in educational management or in corporate training and continuing education. A career as an engineer is also a possibility. The combination of engineering and education makes you particularly versatile.
To enroll, you must have a high school diploma, a university of applied sciences entrance qualification, or a subject-specific university entrance qualification. Alternatively, you can have a secondary school diploma (Sekundarstufe I) along with completed vocational training suitable for university study and at least two years of work experience in your profession. You should have a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, and Computer Science. Knowledge of English is an advantage, as it will help you understand English-language terminology in specialized literature. We’d be happy to advise you personally.
You can find detailed information on the admission requirements in the Framework Regulations, the Enrollment Regulations, and the currently valid version of the study and examination regulations for your degree programme.
You can enroll directly online via the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences’ meinCampus portal. Are you an international applicant who earned your high school or university degree outside of Germany? On the website of our Centre for International Relations and Languages, you’ll find all the information regarding the requirements and the application process via Uni-Assist.
In this engineering degree, students receive practical training in a key area of German industry. Following joint foundational studies, there are two fields of study, each with two main focuses.
The Electrical Engineering study programme offers exciting insights into sensor technology, electronic circuits as well as system design and offers good career opportunities, also at regional companies.
The focus on Electrical and Information Engineering is supplemented by communication technology and data security.
The study focus on Optoelectronics additionally deals with photonics and microsystems technology.
In the study of mechatronics/automation technology, students can choose between two major fields of study: Mechatronics and Automation Technology . Within mechatronics, students gain knowledge of vehicle technology, dynamic systems and actuators.
Automation technology focuses on the control, regulation and monitoring of processes in industry and in buildings. Additional qualifications in business administration, project management and foreign languages complete the engineering degree.
Application deadline | for the winter semester 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Engineering |
Form of study | Full-time, dual |
Duration | 7 semesters (3.5 years) |
Accreditation | Yes (ASIIN e.V.) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Pre-study internship | recommended |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
In the first two semesters, students are taught mathematical and engineering fundamentals. There is an exam at the end of each module.
The academic achievements of a semester comprise 30 credits. From the 3rd to 6th semester, compulsory modules provide in-depth knowledge in the major individual fields of study.
Projects carried out in small teams are an integral part of the degree course. The students learn to work independently with a new topic, to organise themselves in a group and to take responsibility for individual areas of the project. Individual study phases can be completed at universities abroad in order to gain language and intercultural competences and to indicate mobility. In the 7th semester students complete an industrial placement, which is usually carried out in an industrial company. Afterwards, the degree course is completed with the Bachelor thesis.
Development, construction, commissioning, manufacture, quality management, sales and marketing, service, technology oriented consultation or assessment in the following areas:
Automotive industry, railway, aerospace, or shipbuilding industry, manufacturing and building automation, laser technology, microsystems technology, information and communication technology
The degree course offers a wide range of engineering modules which enable students to work out effective and efficient solutions to their respective problem areas. Elective modules can be selected from the 3th semester according to your specialisation.
By working on practical problems, students can practically review and apply the knowledge they acquired during their studies. The development of solutions in a team is in the foreground.
Thanks to this practical training, we cooperate with science and industry both regionally and nationally. The specialist and practical skills of students are strengthened by working on practically-orientated questions.
Industrial engineering students at THB can study both topics. They explore technology and economics in almost equal proportions and apply an interdisciplinary attitude throughout their studies.
The degree course addresses both engineering science and economics. Economic and engineering study contents convey the different ways of thinking, questions and technical languages. The ability to carry out interdisciplinary work is central. The goal of the degree course is to work independently to be able to solve tasks that require knowledge from both areas.
Professionals who are knowledgeable in both technology and economics are in great demand on the job market. Specialists who have an understanding of cross-sectional tasks are needed in companies. This demand is met by trained industrial engineers. The classical field of responsibility is broad and always lies where the cross-sectional knowledge of commerce and engineering is required.
Industrial engineers may for example deal with:
The areas of application in industry and service companies are correspondingly versatile, including work in accounting firms and management consultancies.
Application deadline | for the winter semester 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Engineering |
Form of study | Full-time, dual |
Duration | 7 semesters (3.5 years) |
Accreditation | Yes (ASIIN e.V.) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Pre-study internship | recommended |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
Divided into three stages: Basic engineering and economics studies, core subject phase in economics and technology and profile phase in economics and technology
By working on practical problems, students can practically review and apply the knowledge they acquired during their studies. The development of solutions in a team is in the foreground.
Due to the practical training we have close cooperation with science and economic partners both regionally and nationally. The specialist and practical skills of students are strengthened by working on practically-orientated questions.
· Business Administration I (fundamentals and organisation)
· Business Administration II (operations and production)
· Business Administration III (financing and investment)
· Business Administration IV (marketing and sales)
· Accounting I (external accounting)
· Accounting II (internal accounting)
· Macroeconomics
· Law
Specialisation A
Subject controlling
Specialisation B
subject Contractual and Product Liability
The ongoing digital transformation has made complex, interconnected IT systems indispensable in today’s world. These systems are used in companies, cities, and even entire countries. However, their scale and interconnectedness also pose security risks. Every day, new hacker attacks, data breaches, and security-related flaws in hardware or software come to light. In the IT Security program, you will learn to identify and assess these risks and take appropriate measures to protect the IT systems and information/data of companies, government agencies, and private users. First, you will acquire a solid foundation in Computer Science (e.g., programming, operating systems, computer networks). Building on this, the program focuses from the outset on aspects of the organizational and technical security of information infrastructures.
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International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
The online Bachelor's degree programme in IT Security offers multimedia-based course modules that teach competencies in mathematics (20 ECTS), Computer Science (65 ECTS), IT Security (67.5 ECTS), and interdisciplinary areas (27.5 ECTS). A variety of teaching methods are used, such as media-supported self-study modules, online office hours (meetings in virtual seminar rooms), in-person sessions, the use of the “Moodle” learning management system, and asynchronous support via email and forums.
Weekly online office hours are offered for each module, typically taking place between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. The exact dates are announced here and in the respective course. The modules in our online degree programmes follow the “inverted classroom” teaching model. This means that each week you work through assigned content and exercises on your own. These are then discussed together during the next online office hour, and any remaining questions are answered by the instructor. There are often also assignments throughout the semester that are submitted and subject to assessment. During the in-person sessions, students meet on campus in a group to apply and deepen their acquired knowledge and get to know each other in person. The in-person session dates are published here at the beginning of the semester. The number of in-person sessions depends on the selected modules. For each module, there are a maximum of 1–2 in-person sessions per semester at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences—usually on a Saturday.
Projects are also an integral part of our teaching in the online IT Security degree programme. Sample topics include:
The work placement builds on the course content from the first four semesters and offers a practical supplement. It is carried out under the supervision of the university at a company or another work-related institution (“project site”).
Starting in the fifth semester, you can pursue your specific interests in Computer Science and IT Security by selecting required electives.
As an IT Security expert, you work to make the digital world safer—whether through technical solutions or organizational measures. You develop secure software or make existing systems more secure. You test the security of IT systems by trying to find and fix vulnerabilities. You work to design programs and applications so that they are protected against attacks. You advise companies on security issues. You monitor compliance with security standards and ensure that all users are aware of and apply the necessary security measures. You investigate current security incidents, develop countermeasures, and search for digital traces left by attackers.
To enroll, you must have a high school diploma, a vocational college entrance qualification, or a subject-specific university entrance qualification. Alternatively, you can demonstrate a secondary school diploma (Sekundarstufe I) along with completed vocational training suitable for the degree programme and have worked in your profession for at least two years afterward. You do not need prior knowledge of Computer Science for this degree programme—you should have a basic understanding of mathematics and the natural sciences and enjoy working with computer technology. The primary language of instruction for the degree programme is German. Basic English skills are advantageous so that you can understand the often English-language technical literature. We would be happy to advise you personally.
Detailed information on the admission requirements can be found in the Enrollment Regulations as well as the currently valid version of the study and examination regulations.
For each module, there is a €95 media fee (BAföG recipients with proof pay €70); over the entire course of study, this amounts to 30 courses x €95 = €2,850. A second or third retake of a module is possible at a reduced price of €31.35 (€23.10 with BAföG discount). In addition, there are the respective semester fees as well as travel expenses.
Each module you take is worth 5 ECTS credits. According to the European Commission, 1 ECTS credit corresponds to a workload of 30 hours per semester. This includes preparing for course content, attending online office hours, and follow-up work. Successful completion of the program requires your continuous participation throughout the entire semester. Depending on your prior knowledge and individual learning pace, you should plan to spend 5–9 hours per module per week. If you work full-time and also want to have time for your family, we recommend taking only 2–3 modules per semester.
You can enrol directly online for the online degree programme in IT Security via the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences meinCampus portal. After successful enrolment, proceed as follows:
Are you a foreign national who earned your high school or university degree outside of Germany? On the website of our Centre for International Relations and Languages, you’ll find all the information regarding the requirements and the application process via Uni-Assist.
Students who have enrolled have the option to have content from previous education and training programs credited or recognized for the online IT Security (B.Sc.) degree programme. You can find the necessary documents, deadlines, and contact persons here.
Please note the following: You can submit your application for credit transfer or recognition after you have started your studies, up to 8 weeks after the start of the semester (March 1–April 26 / September 1–October 27), by email to anrechnung@th-brandenburg.de.
Students can choose between the fields of general mechanical engineering, and energy and environmental engineering.
Within the study of Mechanical Engineering modules are offered which aim to provide the broadest possible knowledge of mechanical engineering (product development, design, calculation, simulation).
Within the study of Energy and Environmental Engineering modules are offered which cover environmentally friendly energy conversion technologies (power generation, heating and cooling technology or automotive drives).
The theoretical skills acquired are supported by a multitude of experiments in modern machine laboratories as well as by an industrial practical semester which offers practical experience.
Application deadline | for the winter semester 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Engineering |
Form of study | Full-time, dual |
Duration | 7 semesters (3.5 years) |
Accreditation | Yes (ASIIN e.V.) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Pre-study internship | recommended |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
1st and 2nd semester: joint training in scientific fundamentals, choice of field of study is open
3rd and 4th semester: Development and additional learning of scientific and engineering fundamentals, beginning specialisation in the chosen field of study
5th semester: Deepening specialist knowledge in the chosen field of study
6th semester: Team project, specialisation module (block course)
7th semester: 12-week industrial placement in a mechanical engineering, energy or environmental technology company or alternatively semester abroad at a partner university. Bachelor thesis
Employment as a developer, designer or engineer in preferably small and medium-sized enterprises; Integration in the engineering department of larger companies with opportunities for advancement; Foundation of start-ups with innovative ideas.
Bachelor graduates are primarily concerned with the development and design of components, machines, systems and processes, e.g.:
Practice-related projects play an important role in the degree course.
3rd semester: In the branch of general mechanical engineering, you will work on a development task (e.g. sailing vessel model) in teams of four. You will design, calculate and document the product with technical drawings. This is followed by parts manufacturing in our workshop, commissioning and testing (typically with an open day competition). In this project, you will use the basic knowledge you have already acquired and experience your first success in engineering.
7th semester: You will work on an engineering task in a company of your choice.
With the Bachelor thesis (12 weeks) you will prove that you can work independently on technical tasks from industrial practice using scientific methods.
Whether you’re visiting a website or using an app on your phone, Media Informatics professionals are responsible for the design, functionality, and user-friendliness. Think of animated films, video games, or online ad banners—Media Informatics professionals create these visual effects and ensure they run smoothly. When you save your favorite music in an app or search for products in an online store, you’re using a database, and Media Informatics specialists ensure that these databases are well-integrated. In this degree programme, you’ll learn, among other things, how to turn creative ideas into practical software and how Digital Media works. It’s an exciting field that offers many opportunities!
Application period | Winter semester: 31.08., summer semester: 15.02. |
Degree | Bachelor of Science (180 CP) |
Form of study | Online, full- or part-time |
Duration | 6 semesters for a full-time degree course or at your own pace |
Accreditation | |
Numerus clausus | No |
Possible Master's degree courses | Online degree in Media Informatics (M.Sc.), Computer Science (M.Sc.), Interactive Media (M.Sc.) |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
The degree programme offers media-based course modules that teach competencies in mathematics (15 ECTS), Computer Science (75 ECTS), media (65 ECTS), and interdisciplinary areas (25 ECTS). A variety of teaching methods are used, including media-supported self-study modules, online office hours (meetings in virtual seminar rooms), in-person classes, the “Moodle” learning management system, and asynchronous support via email and forums.
Weekly online office hours are offered for each module, typically taking place between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. The exact dates are announced here and in the respective course. The modules in our online degree programmes follow the “inverted classroom” teaching model. This means that each week you work through assigned content and exercises on your own. These are then discussed together during the next online office hour, and any remaining questions are answered by the instructor. There are often also assignments throughout the semester that are submitted and subject to assessment. During the in-person sessions, students meet on-site as a group to apply and deepen their acquired knowledge and get to know each other personally. The in-person session dates are published here at the start of the semester. The number of in-person sessions depends on the selected modules. For each module, there are a maximum of 1–2 in-person sessions per semester at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences—usually on a Saturday.
Projects are also an integral part of our teaching in the online Media Informatics degree programme. Sample topics include:
The work placement builds on the course content of the first four semesters and offers a practical supplement. It is carried out under the supervision of the university at a company or another work-related institution (“project site”).
Starting in your third semester, you can pursue your specific interests in Computer Science by choosing one of three specialized tracks: “IT Security,” “Computer Science and Software Development,” or “Digital Media.”
Computer Science is an exciting field that will significantly shape our world in the coming decades. As a Media Informatics specialist, you can work on the conception and design of media and software systems. This means you plan how websites, apps, or other digital applications should look and function. You could contribute to the production of music, films, or commercials. As a Media Informatics specialist, you can create visual effects for animated films or program games and ensure they run smoothly. Media Informatics specialists earn above-average salaries. Many of our graduates study extra-occupationally or typically secure their first job contract while still in school.
To enroll, you must have a high school diploma, a vocational college entrance qualification, or a subject-specific university entrance qualification. Alternatively, you can present a secondary school diploma (lower secondary level) along with completed vocational training suitable for the program and have worked in your profession for at least two years afterward. You do not need any prior knowledge of Computer Science for this degree programme—you should have a basic understanding of mathematics and the natural sciences and enjoy working with computer technology. The primary language of instruction for the degree programme is German. Basic English skills are advantageous so that you can understand the often English-language technical literature. We would be happy to advise you personally.
You can find detailed information on the admission requirements in the Enrollment Regulations as well as the currently valid version of the study and examination regulations.
For each module, there is a €95 media fee (BAföG recipients with proof pay €70); over the entire course of study, this amounts to 30 courses x €95 = €2,850. A second or third retake of a module is possible at a reduced price of €31.35 (€23.10 with BAföG discount). In addition, there are the respective semester fees as well as travel expenses.
Each module you take is worth 5 ECTS credits. According to the European Commission, 1 ECTS credit corresponds to a workload of 30 hours per semester. This includes preparing for class, attending online office hours, and follow-up work. Successful completion of the program requires your consistent participation throughout the entire semester. Depending on your prior knowledge and individual learning pace, you should plan to spend 5–9 hours per module per week. If you work full-time and also want to have time for your family, we recommend taking only 1–3 modules per semester.
You can enroll directly online for the Online Bachelor’s degree programme in Media Informatics via the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences’ meinCampus portal. After successful enrolment, the process continues as follows:
Are you a foreign national who earned your high school or university degree outside of Germany? On the website of our Centre for International Relations and Languages, you’ll find all the information regarding the requirements and the application process via Uni-Assist.
Students who have enrolled have the option to have content from previous education and training credited or recognized for the online Media Informatics (B.Sc.) degree programme. You can find the necessary documents, deadlines, and contact persons here.
Please note the following: You can submit your application for credit transfer or recognition after you have started your studies, up to 8 weeks after the start of the semester (March 1–April 26 / September 1–October 27), by email to anrechnung@th-brandenburg.de
Please note: The “Medical Informatics” degree programme will enrol students in person for the last time in the 2026/27 winter semester. All students who began the degree programme in person may complete it on campus at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences until the end of the standard period of study (through the 2029 spring semester). Starting in the winter semester 2027/28, the online degree programme “Medical and Health Informatics” will be offered.
Did you know that the healthcare industry is a high-tech sector? In hospitals, all administrative tasks are handled via IT systems; robots are used in the operating room; AI assists doctors with diagnosis and treatment planning—and these are just a few examples. Are you interested in Computer Science and want to help shape the future of medicine? With this degree programme, you’ll have the best starting position in the growing healthcare market.
Application deadline | Winter semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Science (180 CP) |
Form of study | Full-time or Dual |
Duration | 6 semesters for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | Yes (ASIIN e.V.) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Possible Master's degree courses | Computer Science (M.Sc.) with a specialisation in medical informatics |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
Whether in hospitals, doctors’ offices, pharmaceutical companies, or research institutions, medicine today is virtually inconceivable without Computer Science—and as technology advances, these two fields will become even more closely intertwined in the future. Medical Informatics, for example, focuses on optimizing the exchange of information between hospitals, doctors’ offices, and rehabilitation facilities; creating software for medical applications in the fields of diagnostics and therapy; developing assistive health technologies; and supporting the planning, implementation, and evaluation of clinical or pharmacological studies.
In the Bachelor’s degree programme in Medical Informatics, you will learn all the essential basics of Computer Science, medicine, and digital health. You can apply your knowledge directly in real-world projects with our partners to contribute to the continuous improvement of healthcare and preventive care. Tailor your studies to your interests and schedule by studying part-time, full-time, or as a dual-track degree programme with our partners.
The degree programme is characterized by diverse teaching methods: Traditional formats such as lectures and exercises are supplemented by seminars, field trips, and project work. This makes the degree programme particularly varied. Two modern, specially equipped laboratories are available right on the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences campus for practical work. Using ECG, EEG, EMG, and ultrasound stations, mobile sensors for motion capture, and various hardware and software, you can immediately apply what you’ve learned in practice here.
As early as your first semester, you will independently work on and present a topic in the field of Medical Informatics in small groups. Throughout the program, you will apply the knowledge gained in your studies to further projects. New and exciting projects are implemented every year. In the past, these have included motion analysis using mobile sensors, design thinking for the development of an electronic health record, and research into AI-generated physician reports.
The degree programme is offered in cooperation with the Universitätsklinikum Brandenburg an der Havel GmbH, which is located in the immediate vicinity of the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences. The professors conduct research on process optimization, data interoperability, biomedical applications of signal and image processing, electronic health records (eHR), digitalization and AI in healthcare, as well as telemedicine. Project partners include hospitals, other universities and technical colleges, regional companies, and the German Network for Evidence-Based Medicine. Modules on medical topics are primarily taught by chief physicians from the hospitals.
We provide you with content and competencies in the three main clusters: Computer Science (30%), Medical Informatics (32%), and Medicine (5%). In addition, there are modules in mathematics (5%), Studium Generale (9%), and a practical component consisting of an internship and the Bachelor thesis (17%). The required courses are supplemented by numerous elective courses. These allow you to pursue a diverse specialisation tailored to your individual interests.
Demographic trends, advances in medical technology, and growing health awareness among the general public mean that Medical Informatics professionals are in high demand across many fields today. For example, you could work in hospital IT departments, at software and systems companies, in the pharmaceutical industry, or at digital health startups. A wide range of opportunities also exists in the development of medical apps and telemedicine procedures for monitoring patients with chronic conditions or in the innovative use of data from medical wearables.
Medical Informatics is a very promising field of study. Salaries in this sector are above average, and many of our graduates are able to sign their first employment contract even while still in school.
To enroll, you must have a high school diploma, a vocational college entrance qualification, or a subject-specific university entrance qualification. Alternatively, you can demonstrate a secondary school diploma (Sekundarstufe I) along with completed vocational training suitable for the degree programme and at least two years of professional experience in your field. For this degree programme, you do not need prior knowledge in Computer Science or medicine—you should have a basic understanding of mathematics and the natural sciences and enjoy working with computer technology. Female students are just as welcome as male students. We would be happy to advise you personally.
Detailed information on admission requirements can be found in the Enrollment Regulations as well as the currently valid version of the study and examination regulations for your degree programme.
You can enroll directly online for the Bachelor’s degree programme in Medical Informatics via the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences’ meinCampus portal. Are you an international applicant who earned your high school or university degree outside of Germany? On the website of our Centre for International Relations and Languages, you’ll find all the information regarding the requirements and the application process via Uni-Assist.
The degree is designed in cooperation with the opticians' and optometrists' guild of the state of Brandenburg in Rathenow. It combines medically influenced optics with engineering knowledge about the workings, design, construction and operation of modern medical devices. The focus is on medical/optical measuring and diagnostic systems.
The research equipment used in optometry today has evolved into highly complex "intelligent" systems. For its successful use with patients, one requires good knowledge of the diagnostic equipment, sound knowledge of the various diseases and refractive errors of the human eye as well as their optimal correction. Special emphasis is placed on a practical and interdisciplinary teaching of the material in this degree. Since teaching takes place in two locations and it is also possible to graduate as an optician in addition to the Bachelor of Engineering degree, the Optics/Optical Device Technology degree is one of the dual study programmes. The degree can address individual learning needs through teaching in small groups. In addition, it is possible to get very personal and individual support.
The degree is divided into the specialisations optometry and optical engineering, which can be selected from the 5th semester onward. In addition to the Bachelor degree, you can also qualify as an optician.
Application deadline | for the winter semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Bachelor of Engineering |
Form of study | Full-time, part-time |
Duration | 7 semesters (3.5 years) for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | yes, ASIIN e.V. |
Numerus clausus | No |
Preparatory course | Optometry preparatory course > see module catalogue of focuses |
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
Diverse, practice-oriented and interdisciplinary forms of teaching, e.g. lectures, practical presentations, seminars, exercises; Linking ophthalmic optics/optometry with optical device technology
Diverse areas of application in the (eye) optical industry: Development, design, manufacture, distribution of (eye) optical devices and corrective agents; Technology consulting; Work in ophthalmic shops and clinics;
Leading specialist optical shops with the choice of specialisation in ophthalmic optics.
Modules in the area of device technology, precision engineering and optometry. Elective modules can be selected from the 5th semester according to your specialisation. These can be adapted to changes in practice every year.
The projects closely relate to business practice. They serve the learning of independent task processing. The development of solutions in a team and as independent action are in the foreground. Example projects include:
Pre-study internship
Optometry vocational training or participation in the four-week preparatory course is strongly recommended, starting in early September.
Enrolment
annually for the winter semester
Regular study period
7 semesters
Study contents
1st to 4th semester
ophthalmic and engineering fundamentals
5th and 6th semesters
subject-specific specialisation
7th semester
12 week practical phase; Bachelor thesis
Degree
Bachelor of Engineering, optional qualification as an optician
By studying the Master of Business Administration, you will specialise in selected aspects of management, business management and core business functions. Through the flexible combination of the specialisations offered you have a great deal of creative freedom and can put together your desired professional profile individually.
The degree course places special emphasis on the application of traditional, business disciplines to innovation-related areas, cross-company processes and international contexts.
You have many opportunities to integrate research or practice-oriented project work into your studies. This challenges your initiative, strengthens your analytical, solution-oriented and cross-functional thinking and acting and therefore specifically prepares you for starting a career. Other special features: small working groups, close relationship to Business Informatics, integrated semester abroad.
Semester abroad while studying? Why not? The Department of Business and Management strongly supports a semester abroad at one of our numerous foreign partner universities.
Application deadline | Winter semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Master of Science |
Form of study | Full-time |
Duration | 4 semesters (2 years) |
Accreditation | Yes (FIBAA) |
Numerus clausus | No |
The degree course trains you as a business generalist with in-depth technical expertise in your chosen specialisations.
With your management competences, you can solve complex business tasks across the board, successfully manage and execute projects and, after starting your career, you can specialise in a functional area (such as controlling, marketing, innovation management, human resource management).
The orientation of the degree course provides graduates with particularly good opportunities for demanding specialist and managerial tasks, e.g. in innovative and international companies from industry, trade and service, in corporate and tax consultancy, and also in medium-sized enterprises in the region.
The Master of Business Administration (M.Sc.) also qualifies you for a doctorate in Germany and abroad.
The basic prerequisite for admission to the Master of Business Administration is the successful completion of a university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in business administration or in a technically equivalent area at a university of applied sciences or university.
In the case of a non-German higher education entrance qualification, you must also demonstrate good German language skills.
Please note:
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
In addition to basic modules of Business Administration, Economics and Methodology, the course contains three elective modules in each of the first and second semesters (see below for details).
You flexibly combine classic business management focuses (such as controlling and finance, logistics and supply chain management, human resource management and econometrics, SME management and corporate governance), as well as setting impulses in the following areas:
innovative: Questions from innovation-related or technology-related management areas
integrative: cross-company and cross-functional solutions
international: Application within international and intercultural aspects of management
Various forms of teaching and learning (e.g. case studies, simulation games, guest lectures, research-based learning) allow you to gain scientifically sound, research-oriented training with a high degree of applicability and practical relevance. The third semester can also be used as a semester abroad.
For details on the degree course structure and module descriptions, please refer to the module catalogue in the download area on the right.
The 3rd semester is intended for an integrated semester abroad at one of our many partner universities. The study abroad can be credited, so that semesters abroad are possible without lengthening the study period.
Information, information events for the preparation of the semester abroad and advice are available from the International Office.
If you have any further questions about the degree course structure, please contact your academic advisor.
Specialisation offers (WiSe)*
Specialisation offers (SoSe)*
*subject to capacity or organisational changes.
The professional application of information management concepts, the modelling and optimisation of processes in companies and administrations are key skills of a Business & Information Systems Engineering specialist and make up an indispensable part of modern entrepreneurial thinking and acting. The aim of the Master of Business & Information Systems Engineering is therefore to educate specialists and executives who have coped with the challenges of rapidly changing technological and social conditions for IT users, consulting companies and system houses. They have the necessary qualifications to be able to act purposefully and efficiently in this environment.
Application deadline | Winter semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Master of Science |
Form of study | Full-time, part-time whilst working |
Duration | 4 semesters (2 years) |
Accreditation | Yes (FIBAA) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Business & Information Systems Engineering specialists are increasingly entrusted with the implementation of fundamental business decisions in all areas of economy. Consequently, they no longer take on "mere" advisory functions at the management level, but are managers themselves. They no longer assume only professional, but also social and economic responsibility.
Additional qualifications in a wide range of IT, business and social management areas are required to meet this responsibility fully.
Based on the knowledge and skills already acquired in a Bachelor of Business & Information Systems Engineering, this knowledge and these skills can be acquired and trained through a postgraduate course. The THB offers this further education in the form of a Master of Business & Information Systems Engineering.
The field in which graduates of the Master of Business & Information Systems Engineering find employment lies is at the interface between computer science and economics, in particular business administration. It also involves engineering, communication science and operations research. There is a close connection to the areas of materials management, production planning and control as well as logistics.
The graduates of the Master of Business & Information Systems Engineering at THB can be employed in business and administration.
The demand for outstanding, practice-oriented business information specialists is unwaveringly high. This is partially due to the growing importance of information technology and also due to the fact that the efficient use of information technology is not only a technical challenge. As a result, many companies are looking for qualified employees who are familiar with essential IT concepts and also have in-depth knowledge of business contexts. Since the interface between business administration and computer science is a central field of management, the career prospects of business IT specialists are still outstanding.
There is a stable demand from small and medium-sized enterprises as well as from large companies in the automotive, telecommunications, semiconductor manufacture, consulting and services industries. The Master of Business Informatics at the THB not only offers practice-oriented teaching contents but also conceptual-theoretical knowledge and it also promotes the acquisition of practical skills and abilities. This allows graduates to enter into a professional career quickly and smoothly after graduating. Graduates with dual training profiles are in demand on the job market. There is also a high demand for qualified junior staff in the field of Business & Information Systems Engineering.
The admission requirements for the Master of Business & Information Systems Engineering are regulated in Section 4 of the Study and Examination Regulations. To be admitted, you must have completed a diploma or Bachelor of Business & Information Systems Engineering at THB. Relevant degrees in Business Informatics or related disciplines of other universities are recognised.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks). You will also need to prove the English level of B1.
The Master of Business & Information Systems Engineering is divided into three subject areas with three compulsory modules each:
1. Management and Leadership,
2. Information Engineering and
3. Process Management
The combination of compulsory elective modules, of which at least six must belong to at least four of the same profiling and the thematic focus of the Master’s thesis, allows students can specialise in one of the three profile directions during their Master studies:
1. Business Application Systems
2. Cooperative Processes and Knowledge Modelling
3. Information Security
Optional compulsory elective modules according to profile direction
· Data Warehousing
· Design Thinking
· Document Management Systems
· ERP Strategy and Development Planning
· Integrated Business Processes with ERP
· SAP WebDynpro and Mobile Reporting with Dashboards
· Application of Semantic Technologies
· Design Thinking
· Digitisation of Knowledge-Intensive Processes
· E-commerce as a Strategic Sales Concept
· Development of Semantic Applications
· Foundations of Semantic Technologies
· Online Marketing
· Social Network Analysis
· Design Thinking
· IT Forensics
· Network Security
· Object-oriented Programming with Java 7
· Predictive Analytics and Privacy
For certain careers or positions in Computer Science, you need a master’s degree—either because of the complexity of the tasks, the specialized knowledge required, or the research-oriented nature of the field. The Master’s degree programme in Computer Science at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences offers you the opportunity to deepen your expertise in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Cloud and Mobile Computing, Security and Forensics, or Medical Informatics, thereby further enhancing your career prospects.
Application deadline | Winter semester: 31.08., summer semester: 15.02. |
| Master of Science (120 CP) |
Form of study | Full-time, part-time or dual |
Duration | 4 semesters for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | Yes (ASIIN e. V.) |
Numerus clausus | No |
A Bachelor of Computer Science, Applied Computer Science or Medical Informatics from THB or in a degree course comparable to computer science from other universities
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
It is possible to enrol in the Master of Computer Science in the winter and summer semesters; both entry times have their own study plan. In addition to full-time studies, it is also possible to study part-time, which makes it possible to work at the same time. In addition to the recommended part-time study plan, it is possible to arrange individual study plans as required.
The Master’s degree programme in Computer Science builds upon our Bachelor’s degree programmes in Computer Science, Medical Informatics, and Applied Computer Science—or equivalent degrees from other universities. It allows you to deepen and consolidate your existing knowledge of Computer Science, but above all, it gives you the opportunity to further specialize. You can choose from the specializations Artificial Intelligence, Cloud and Mobile Computing, Security and Forensics, and Medical Informatics. In the “Artificial Intelligence” specialization, you will explore methods and algorithms in AI and machine learning, such as neural networks. In the Cloud and Mobile Computing track, you’ll gain expertise in software development, for example by utilizing various cloud technologies such as AWS. In Security and Forensics, you’ll focus on securing systems against cyberattacks and resolving security issues. In Medical Informatics, you will deepen your computer science knowledge by applying it in a medical context, for example, in the development of apps for medical emergencies or the simulation of processes in the healthcare sector.
The degree programme is characterized by diverse teaching methods: modern and traditional formats such as projects, group work, lectures, and exercises complement one another. This makes the degree programme particularly varied.
Project work is an integral part of the degree programme. The range of topics includes, among others:
Projects can be carried out either within the university or in cooperation with regional companies and other universities, such as regiocom, Computacenter, Autohaus Mothor, März Network Services, and the Konrad Wolf Film University Babelsberg.
Directly at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences, 19 specialized labs with 150 computer workstations and state-of-the-art technology are available for practical work, including various robots, an in-house sound studio, the latest camera technology (S3D stereo rig with Red cameras, DSLR cameras), smartphones for app programming, security labs for IT forensics, industrial control systems (ICS), and a demo Security Operation Center (Demo-SOC).
The first three semesters of the Master’s degree programme in Computer Science are characterized by a clear structure (see Curriculum starting in 2025) and are divided into four levels:
Each module includes four semester hours per week and a workload of six credit points. The research/project courses are accompanied by theory courses on topics such as project management, academic writing, entrepreneurship, and the Master’s seminar, which prepares you for your Master thesis. In the fourth semester, you complete your studies with your Master thesis.
You can enroll for either the winter or summer semester. Both entry options have their own curriculum. If you are already working, you can also complete the program on a part-time basis. If the part-time study plan we recommend does not suit your needs, we will be happy to arrange an individual study plan with you.
Right at the start of the master’s degree programme, you’ll choose one of the following specializations. Each specialization includes three required modules and additional core elective modules. You can find the current offerings in the course catalog.
In the „Artificial Intelligence“ specialization, you will learn how the methods and algorithms of AI and machine learning work and how they can be applied, for example, to natural language processing and knowledge processing, image recognition, data analysis and prediction (data science), or to the control of autonomous robots. The “Artificial Intelligence” specialization includes the specialization modules “Deep Learning,” “Web and Data Science,” and “Advanced Topics of AI.”
Topics you will encounter in the specialization „Cloud and Mobile Computing“ include software development, project management/costing, and technologies in the areas of mobile, cloud, and virtualization. In the first module, “Cloud Computing: Development and Operations,” you will explore service models, deployment models, and AWS technologies, among other topics. Additional required modules in the second and third semesters cover “Mobile User Experience” and “Model-Driven Software Development.”
In „Security and Forensics“ you will examine cyberattacks on critical infrastructure or government agencies and potential protective measures. You will learn how to organize and structure security and how to develop secure software. You will also learn to analyze recent attack cases from cloud and network forensics, identify potential vulnerabilities, and remediate them. The security of the Internet of Things, industrial control systems, and smart home systems, for example, is another exciting area of focus. You will learn the essential basics of these topics in the required courses “IT and Media Forensics,” “Media Security,” and “Cryptography & Network Security,” supplemented by additional offerings in elective courses.
The specialization „Medical Informatics“ offers you the opportunity to further deepen your computer science knowledge and apply it, in particular, in the highly exciting field of medicine. You will explore telemedicine services, such as apps that support processes in medical emergencies. You model and simulate processes, including those related to quality management. Additionally, you experiment with the processing and monitoring of biosignals in functional diagnostics. Here, the basics are taught in the courses “Digital Health,” “Consumer Health Informatics,” and “Digital Transformation in Healthcare,” supplemented by further topics from Medical Informatics or the other specializations.
Computer Science professionals are highly sought-after professionals in nearly every industry and are versatile in their roles. With a master’s degree, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue positions of significant responsibility that require in-depth expertise or specialized skills, as well as higher pay in the public sector. You can also pursue an academic career or take on a role in research and development within the industry.
With a specialization in Artificial Intelligence, you’ll be well-prepared for challenging tasks in innovative and rapidly growing fields of Computer Science. For example, you can work as a machine learning engineer, AI developer, data scientist/data architect, or in AI project management at companies, research institutions, or startups. Career fields include natural language processing, image recognition, autonomous robotics, data analysis, and intelligent decision support—for instance in industry, medical technology, mobility, or IT consulting.
With a specialization in Cloud and Mobile Computing, you’ll be ideally positioned for a leadership role in project management. You can also work as a software architect for cloud and mobile applications or on the integration and migration of legacy applications. Or you can become a DevOps manager at the interface between development and operations.
For graduates with the Security and Forensics profile, the job market offers many very well-paid positions, including as a data protection officer or IT security consultant in companies or government agencies, as a software developer, project manager, or forensic analyst.
With the Medical Informatics track, you’ll be particularly well-equipped for the diverse career paths in the healthcare industry; for example, you could work in IT departments at hospitals, at software and systems companies, in the pharmaceutical industry, or in the medical device sector.
In general, Computer Science is a very promising field of study. Salaries in this sector are above average, and many of our graduates are able to sign their first employment contract even while still in school.
To enroll, you must hold a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Applied Computer Science, or Medical Informatics from Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences, or in a degree programme comparable to Computer Science.
Detailed information on the admission requirements can be found in the Enrollment Regulations as well as the currently valid version of the study and examination regulations for your degree programme.
You can enroll directly online for the Master’s degree programme in Computer Science via the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences’ meinCampus portal. Are you an international applicant who earned your high school or university degree outside of Germany? On the website of our Centre for International Relations and Languages, you will find all the information regarding the requirements and the application process via Uni-Assist.
Due to the interdisciplinary orientation of the Master's degree programme, graduates possess the necessary competences to understand digitalization and its complex effects on companies and organisations, to shape and control them. Therefore, they are particularly suited for demanding leadership and management positions in start-ups, international companies and organisations from e.g. industry, trade, consulting, services or public administration that face the challenges and opportunities of digitalization.
The extra-occupational study format with teaching units on weekdays in the evenings or on individual weekends makes it easy to integrate the study programme into the everyday lives of working people. The degree programme benefits from a hybrid approach with online and face-to-face phases, small group sizes and a direct line to the lecturers. A large selection of elective modules, which can be combined according to individual needs, round off the study programme.
Application deadline | Winter semester 31.08. // Summer semester 15.02. |
Degree | Master of Science |
Form of study | extra-occupational, or only individual modules can be selected |
Duration | 5 semesters (2.5 years) for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | in progress |
Numerus clausus | No |
Possible career fields include activities in the areas of innovation management, project management, digital marketing or IT consulting.
The Master's degree in Management & Digitalization (M. Sc.) also qualifies students for a PhD in Germany or abroad.
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
As individual modules are taught in English, proof of English at level B2 is required.
For students
€146 administration fee + €2889 tuition fee = €3000 semester fee
For module students (only individual modules may be studied here)
€146 administration fee + module fee (€750/module) = semester fee
The Master of Energy Efficiency of Technical Systems is unique in Germany and provides graduates of all technical and scientific disciplines with further education in the field of energy efficiency. Building on the specialist knowledge of the respective Bachelor's degree course, this interdisciplinary Master's degree course builds on the focus of energy efficiency. The degree course is consecutive to the Bachelor's degree course from the Department of Technology and further technical Bachelor's degree courses.
Various specialist directions and selected problems such as renewable energy systems, the system design, the building supply technology and issues of automation and simulation of technical systems are covered. Practical experience can be gained as part of an interdisciplinary project, which compliments the content of the Master's thesis.
The aim of the qualification is therefore to expand on knowledge, ability and action in the areas of optimisation, energy management, measurement technology, energy storage, safety and reliability. Graduates are also taught how to solve management tasks and gain the ability to work independently in industry, development and research engineering on a high level.
Application deadline | for the winter semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Master of Engineering |
Form of study | Full-time, part-time |
Duration | 3 semesters (1.5 years) |
Accreditation | ASIIN e.V. 2015 |
Numerus clausus | No |
All graduates of technical and scientific disciplines who already have a first university degree (Diploma, Bachelor (210 ECTS)) are eligible to apply.
Please Note:
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
Interdisciplinary projects in small groups; students work on practical projects of energy efficiency in development teams; choice of specialisation possible through a wide range of elective engineering modules.
Diverse tasks in:
Projects can be carried out in both industrial companies as well as at research institutions and at the THB, whereby the students are involved in ongoing research projects at the university. In this way, project work was also integrated in the design, construction, automation and commissioning of a pilot plant for storing process heat in a medium temperature range.
As a result, students can gain experience in current topics during their studies.
Whether smartphone, website, computer game or smart home: all these products and applications not only have to work optimally, they also have to be intuitive to use and communicate seamlessly with each other. This requires creative minds that can build a bridge between design and computer science during the development process. With the Master's programme in Interactive Media, you will deepen your knowledge of computer science, design and media technologies and expand your expertise in all relevant areas to help shape our digital future.
Application deadline | Winter term: 01.04.-15.05. for international students via uni‑assist* |
Degree | Master of Science (120 CP) |
Form of study | Full-time and part-time |
Duration | 4 semesters for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | Yes (ASIIN e. V.) |
Numerus clausus | No |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Admission requirements |
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| Prior to arrival: | For details how to prepare your stay in Germany, see Prior to arrival information. |
The English-language Master's programme in Interactive Media is expected to start from winter semester 2026/27. Please the website of Interactive Media here.
Please note: International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The English-language Master's programme in Interactive Media expected to start from summersemester 2026 and teaches you in-depth theories, principles, and expertise at the intersection of media design, computer science, media science and media management (start-ups, leadership). You will learn how to develop these independently and apply them in practice to find creative solutions to complex problems. Our areas of teaching include interaction design for two- and three-dimensional spaces, human-computer interaction, generative design, game design and development, computation design, time-based media, artificial intelligence, computer graphics, sensor technology, data visualization, and natural language interaction.
The course of study is characterized by a wide range of teaching methods: modern and classic study formats such as projects, group work, lectures, exercises, study trips to partner universities, conference trips and research projects complement each other. This makes the course particularly varied and application-oriented.
The Department of Computer Science and Media has 19 special laboratories with 150 computer workstations and modern technology for practical work, including:
We are also equipped with the state-of-the-art software suites for:
The master's programme is characterized by a consistent project and research orientation. The following topics are of particular relevance:
In addition, we cooperate with different universities like the Film University Babelsberg Konrad Wolf and other international universities, such as the University of Tallinn.
To deepen your knowledge, a wide range of compulsory and elective modules await you in specialized areas of interactive media. Each semester, the department decides which elective modules will be offered. You can find the current range of modules in the lecture directory.
The programme focuses on multiple areas that are increasingly converging and cross-pollinating with innovative developments.
These areas include:
You can enrol online for the Master's programme in Interactive Media directly on the THB myCampus portal. As an international student please apply via uni-assist. All information about the requirements and the application process via uni-assist can be found on the website of our International Office.
The convergence of computer applications and Digital Media defines our modern information society. Mobile applications are an integral part of our daily lives. From fitness apps to social media and productivity apps—they make our lives easier and offer a wide range of features. Digital games are not only entertaining but also offer learning opportunities and social interaction. Being online all the time is a given today. Whether for communication, work, or entertainment—our constant internet connection enables seamless interactions and access to information. Media is everywhere, for example in e-books, online courses with videos and animations, or digital art galleries. The online degree programme in Media Informatics deepens knowledge in areas such as human-computer interaction, novel user interfaces, mobile systems, game production, multimedia teaching, telework, and multimedia databases.
Application period | Winter semester: 31.08., summer semester: 15.02. |
Degree | Master of Science (120 CP) |
Form of study | Online, full- or part-time |
Duration | 4 semesters for a full-time degree course |
Accreditation | |
Numerus clausus | No |
Successfully completed first degree course with 60 ECTS in computer science or 60 ECTS with media-related study content.
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
The content of the online master's degree programme in Media Informatics builds upon the bachelor's degree programme of the same name. The degree programme aims to further deepen students' knowledge, skills, and practical expertise in the design, development, implementation, and operation of media-rich IT systems across all areas of applied Computer Science. The media-based course modules cover topics in Computer Science, media design, and media technology, and are supplemented by theoretical basics and interdisciplinary competencies.
Weekly online office hours are offered for each module, typically taking place between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM. The exact dates will be announced here and in the respective course. The modules in our online degree programs follow the “inverted classroom” teaching model. This means that each week you work through assigned content and exercises on your own. During the next online office hour, these are then discussed together, and any remaining questions are answered by the instructor. There are also often assignments throughout the semester that are submitted and subject to assessment. In-person sessions at the respective universities generally do not take place here. Students only come to their university location for exams. We develop and operate this online degree programme in collaboration with 5 locations of the Virtual University of Applied Sciences consortium.
The online degree programme in Media Informatics also includes a project track with varying numbers of projects, some of which also take place within the modules. Example topics include:
To prepare graduates for a potential doctoral program, a research project and a research seminar are integrated into the program.
Starting as early as your second semester, you can pursue your specific interests by choosing one of four specialized tracks: “Mobile Computing and Security,” “Software and Data,” “Human-Computer Interaction,” and “Interactive 3D.”
Computer Science is an exciting field that will significantly shape our world in the coming decades. As a Media Informatics specialist, you can work on the conception and design of media and software systems. This means you plan how websites, apps, or other digital applications should look and function. You could contribute to the production of music, films, or commercials. As a media computer scientist, you can create visual effects for animated films or program games and ensure they run smoothly. Here, you can acquire a broad spectrum of knowledge and practical skills in Computer Science, media, design, and psychology—a skill set for which Media Informatics in Brandenburg is renowned.
To enroll, you must have successfully completed a first degree with 60 ECTS credits in Computer Science or 60 ECTS credits in media-related studies. Female students are just as welcome as male students. We would be happy to advise you personally.
Detailed information on the admission requirements can be found in the Enrollment Regulations as well as the currently valid version of the Study and Examination Regulations for your degree programme.
For each module, there is a €95 media fee (BAföG recipients with proof pay €70); over the entire course of study, this amounts to 18 courses × €95 = €1,710. A second or third retake of a module is possible at a reduced price of €31.35 (€23.10 with BAföG discount). In addition, there are the respective semester fees as well as travel expenses.
Each module you take is worth 5 ECTS credits. According to the European Commission, 1 ECTS credit corresponds to a workload of 30 hours per semester. This includes preparing for course content, attending online office hours, and follow-up work. Successful completion of the program requires your continuous participation throughout the entire semester. Depending on your prior knowledge and individual learning pace, you should plan to spend 5–9 hours per module per week. If you work full-time and also want to have time for your family, we recommend taking only 2–3 modules per semester.
You can enroll directly online via the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences meinCampus portal. After successful enrolment, follow these steps:
Are you an international applicant who earned your high school or university degree outside of Germany? On the website of our Centre for International Relations and Languages, you’ll find all the information regarding the requirements and the application process via Uni-Assist.
Students who have enrolled have the option to have content from previous education and training credited or recognized for the online Media Informatics (M.Sc.) degree programme. You can find the necessary documents, deadlines, and contact persons here.
Please note the following: You can submit your application for credit transfer or recognition after starting your studies, up to 8 weeks after the start of the semester (March 1–April 26 / September 1–October 27), by email to anrechnung(at)th-brandenburg.de.
The Master of Mechanical Engineering which is taught in English language builds on the specialist knowledge of a basic study in mechanical engineering, mechatronics or comparable disciplines and leads to a higher qualification within the engineering profession at Master's level.
The compulsory modules define the degree course profile with three main focuses:
The profile specialisation can be supplemented with assigned technical elective modules. With further choices and interdisciplinary project tasks, broad knowledge and methodological competence is developed in order to pursue a systemic approach in mechanical engineering.
The aim of the degree course is a holistic view of machines in which technical systems of different disciplines are integrated and interact. The mechanical, dynamic and electronic interaction of specific assemblies, issues of stability and reliability, as well as the exchange of energy, materials and information are addressed.
Systemic interactions include power flows, energy conversions, overall efficiency optimisation, dynamic responses, control loop design, fault tolerant software programming, and creative approaches to component design and material selection. The development of integrated systems also includes the consideration of unavoidable disturbance variables and tolerances in order to design the entire, stable and reliable system.
Upon completing the degree course, graduates are qualified to work independently in applied research and development.
Application deadline | for the winter semester: 20.04. |
Degree | Master of Engineering |
Form of study | Full-time, part-time |
Duration | 3 semesters (1.5 years) |
| Teaching language | English |
Accreditation | ASIIN e.V. 2018 |
Numerus clausus | No |
A first professional university degree in Mechanical Engineering or a comparable field* with a minimum of 210 ECTS**.
You have to provide proof of your English language skills at B2 level (TOEFL iBT min. 85 points, IELTS Academic min. 6.0 points, B2 First minimum grade B, telc English B2, Unicert II or DAAD language certificate B2, certificate of higher education entrance qualification or a first vocational qualification that shows at least language level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and that was issued by a state-recognized educational institution in Germany, in the EU or by a German school abroad, higher education entrance qualification or first vocational qualification from the United Kingdom, Ireland, the United States of America, Canada, Australia or New Zealand).
* comparable fields include degree programs with at least 60 ECTS credits in mechanical engineering modules
** conditional admission is possible subject to conditions if at least 180 ECTS have been earned, see study and examination regulations
Please note:
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
Two semesters of specialised knowledge and specialisation in important topics within mechanical engineering in R&D, including scientific project work; Processing of a complex task of modern mechanical engineering in the 3rd semester and completion of the Master's thesis. Project work and the Master’s thesis are preferably integrated into the research topics at the THB, but can also be carried out in the development areas of mechanical engineering companies.
The degree course is characterised by:
This Master’s degree course is realised together with the TH Wildau (FH). The degree course teaches graduates from all technical and scientific disciplines about the field of photonics. It is one of the interdisciplinary high technologies which reflects the fusion of optics/optical technologies, electronics and laser technology. At the same time, photonics is one of the most important pillars of the growing production of microelectronics.
Photonic products include e.g. DVD and Blue-Ray burners, head-up displays, 3-D displays, light-emitting diode light sources or laser material processing systems.
The degree course of photonics provides the necessary knowledge and skills for this. The theoretical knowledge acquired is complemented by an internship which is supervised intensively as well as scientific projects.
Application deadline | for the winter semester: 31.08. at TH Wildau |
Degree | Master of Engineering |
Form of study | Full-time |
Duration | 4 semesters (2 years) |
Accreditation | Yes (ASIIN e.V.) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Applicants include graduates of a six semester Bachelor of Engineering. Professional relevance must be proven with exam results.
After successfully passing the placement examination, it is possible to be assigned to a higher subject-based assessment if a degree course with a correspondingly longer study duration of at least 7 semesters and a higher number of at least 210 ECTS credits have been verified.
Enrolment takes place through the University of Applied Sciences Wildau.
Laboratory exercises and projects in small groups, in the practical phase students work in engineering teams on development projects, modern laboratories with state-of-the-art laser measurement equipment, additional qualifications possible (e.g. business administration, law, company formation)
Industry cooperation
Welcome to the postgraduate Master of Security Management at Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences. The Master's degree course is aimed at people with a university or college degree course who want to gain additional scientific qualifications in the field of security and IT security.
Requirements:
Our professors and lecturers are usually security officers from the industry. This enables us to replicate later career profiles very accurately at a high academic level. Through elective modules, a project, the term papers as well as the Master's thesis, profiles in the specialisation areas of the degree course can be developed. We offer the following profile directions:
The degree course in Security Management is organised in such a way that it can also be completed part-time whilst working.
The attendance phases are on Friday, Saturday and Monday respectively and are limited to the semester periods (32 weeks in the year). The study duration is 3 semesters for full-time study and 6 semesters for part-time study. Enrolment takes place in the winter and summer semester.
Application deadline | Winter Semester: 31.08. |
Degree | Master of Science |
Form of study | Full-time, part-time, part-time whilst working |
Duration | 3 semesters (1.5 years), part-time 6 semesters (3 years) |
Accreditation | Yes (FIBAA) |
Numerus clausus | No |
The Master of Security Management is unique within the German-speaking countries. What makes us say that?
With our curriculum, students are taught a mixture of management and technological competences. This orientation allows us to award a Master of Science. The contents were developed together with cooperating companies and are oriented toward practical needs.
Without IT security, corporate security can no longer be established today. Despite this, we are not a purely IT security degree course. Holistically, our focus is on the organisational security of companies.
Our degree course is aimed at professionals who are able to study. The attendance dates are on Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays. The part-time study allows us to realise individual and flexible study schedules.
Our students are taught by teachers from the field. Our honorary professors include:
The lecturers teaching our elective courses come from renowned management consultancies, among others.
We have research intensive professors who are responsible for the scientific foundation of teaching and include new approaches and topics from current projects.
And last but not least, it is our aspiration to offer an affordable degree course. Since our cooperation partners provide some of the teaching staff, we can offer the degree course for a reasonable €485 per semester.
We offer a practical university degree course for professionals. One of the ways we achieve this is by organising the degree course in blocks and choosing our teaching staff.
The prerequisite for applying for the degree course is a Bachelor's degree or a relevant qualification equivalent to a Bachelor's degree under higher education law from a field such as safety management, computer science, business information technology, electrical engineering, law or business administration.
In addition, candidates must be able to demonstrate at least one year of practical experience in the field of business, IT, or building security or with public authorities and organisations with security responsibilities (BOS). It is also necessary to have proof of sufficient knowledge of English (see Study and Examination Regulations Section 5).
A higher education committee decides on admissions in the case of applications from graduates with a different professional background or in case of non-fulfilment of one of the above-mentioned requirements.
You can enrol in the Security Management degree course for the winter semester or the summer semester.
Please note:
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks). You also need to prove your English knowledge at B2 level.
Security Management is a Master's degree course which adopts a holistic approach to the production and organisation of "security". As a result, both management and technology-oriented knowledge are taught.
The THB can thus offer training that covers IT security but is not limited to IT security. The range of subjects is much broader and includes the competences of the various other disciplines represented at the university. The degree course contents represent a well-balanced and sophisticated combination of technical and organisational units as well as comprehensive management competence. The courses are divided into four main topics:
The Master of Security Management comprises three semesters of 30 ECTS each (a total of 90 credits according to the European Credit Transfer System) and six semesters with 15 ECTS each for part-time study. 30 credits will additionally be recognised for one year of professional experience.
The following emphases or profile directions can be selected and are shown on the Master’s certificate:
Profiling takes place through the allocation of appropriate compulsory elective modules as well as the Master’s thesis. The following is an excerpt from the catalogue of our elective modules:
In addition to the technical elements, scientific methodological competences are further developed through the semester papers, the project and, of course, the Master's thesis.
More information about the course contents can be found in the module catalogues.
Practical teaching is made possible through the collaboration of university professors, honorary professors and other teachers from the cooperation companies and networks.
Learning to open up new business areas with technological innovations - that is the aim of the Master of Technology and Innovation Management (TIM).
Technology and innovation managers work at the interface between technology and business, for example in interdisciplinary research and development teams or as technology consultants. They identify new opportunities in the market and technology trends, secure technological competencies and professionally direct innovation processes and projects in companies.
This Master's degree course is aimed at undergraduate and graduate students of engineering and natural sciences, computer science and industrial engineering. It is interdisciplinary and complements the technical knowledge acquired in the Bachelor's degree course with the methods and know-how of economics.
Application deadline | Winter semester: 31.08. and |
Degree | Master of Science |
Form of study | Full-time |
Duration | 3 semesters (1.5 years for a full-time study), 5 semesters (2.5 years for part-time study) |
Accreditation | Yes (FIBAA) |
Numerus clausus | No |
Typical field of work for technology and innovation managers include:
You should meet the following essential requirements in order to be admitted to the Master of Technology and Innovation Management:
You have a first professional higher education degree (at least Bachelor or equivalent) in the field of
as well as adequate language skills
Please note:
International applicants have special admission requirements and a different process of application.
The language of instruction in all the THB degree courses is GERMAN. Individual modules are taught in English. A prerequisite for studying here is knowledge of German at C1 level, which must be proven with a certificate before enrolment, e.g. DSH, TestDaF. THB offers a German course at C1 level for applicants (15 weeks).
The Master of Technology and Innovation Management has a modular structure and is divided into four subject areas:
The third semester is dedicated to writing of the Master's thesis.
The module board and the module catalogue for the Master of Technology and Innovation Management can be downloaded here.
Our Master of Technology and Innovation Management students come from all over the world to study at the Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences. As a result, you can already experience internationality during your studies here.
We are very happy for students to spend part of their studies abroad and would like to support them in this. Our study and examination regulations for TIM open up a mobility window in the 2nd semester, which is recommended for study abroad.
At the THB you will find competent contact persons who would be pleased to help you organise your study abroad!
