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Bachelor’s Program in Computer Science (Single-Major Bachelor’s in Computer Science)

Our degree programs in Computer Science and Mathematics are GERMAN degrees, which means lectures are given in GERMAN. We do NOT offer an English BSc in Computer Science and Mathematics.

English as the course language is merely an exception. If at all, it is the Master courses which are more likely to be held in English. The course language is specified in the course catalog in the course descriptions under the term "Unterrichtssprache/Course language".

The Bachelor’s program in Computer Science, along with the Master’s program that builds upon it, was introduced at Freie Universität Berlin as early as 2003—before any other university in Berlin. We know how the Bachelor’s program works.

The single-major Bachelor’s program covers the subject areas of algorithms and programming, computer engineering, theoretical and practical computer science, mathematics for computer scientists, a specialization track, a field of application (minor) as well as the General Career Preparation (ABV) track.

At the end of the program, students pursue in-depth study and specialization in a selected field of study and conduct academic research on a topic of their own choosing (bachelor’s thesis).

Modules that can be selected for the specialization track are listed in the program guidelines; they are drawn from the course offerings of the Master’s program in Computer Science.

The area of focus (minor) can be chosen freely, though consultation with the department representatives is absolutely required.

The General Career Preparation (ABV) program includes a professional internship as well as the following areas of competence: foreign languages, information and media literacy, gender and diversity competence, organizational and management competence, interpersonal and social-communicative competence, and subject-specific additional qualifications, in which additional practical professional knowledge and skills are taught. The objectives, content, and structure of the General Career Preparation program are governed by separate General Career Preparation (ABV) study and examination regulations.

Admission Policy Local Admission Restrictions
Application and Registration Period

For the 1st semester
starting in winter: 01.06–15.07

For higher semesters
starting in winter: 01.06.–15.07.
starting in summer: 01.12–15.01.
Start of Studies winter term
Language of Instruction  GERMAN
Degree Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Standard Duration of Study 6 semesters

Study and Examination Regulations

The structure and sequence of the program are governed by the study regulations. They contain detailed descriptions of the content and qualification objectives of each individual module, as well as a sample study plan. The examination regulations define the nature and requirements of the examinations of the modules. The regulations specify the credit hours (LP) for each module or course, as well as the total number of hours of work required for the entire degree program.

Change of Regulations

Students who began the BSc Computer Science before 2023/24 are advised to switch to the 2023 Study and Examination Regulations. They can apply to do so by submitting the appropriate form to the Examinations Office.

When switching to the new regulations, academic and examination credits earned prior to the chance will be transferred in accordance with a conversion table.

Sample Study Plan

Career Profile

Bachelor’s degree graduates possess academic knowledge and practical skills that qualify them for a career or further study. Possible fields of work include:

  • Institutions and companies in data processing and computer technology (hardware and software)
  • IT service providers
  • Consulting firms

Computer scientists work specifically in IT departments, e.g., in research and development as well as in network administration. Due to increasing technological advancements, these skills are also in demand in the healthcare sector and in public administration (e-government).

A master’s degree – and, in some cases, a doctorate – is required for leadership roles or positions in research and teaching.

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