DAAD. International Programmes in Germany BSc Computer Engineering University of Duisburg-Essen Duisburg

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1 DAAD Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst German Academic Exchange Service Homepage / International Programmes [/deutschland/studienangebote/international-programmes/en/] International Programmes in Germany 2018 BSc Computer Engineering University of Duisburg-Essen Duisburg Degree Bachelor of Science Course language(s) Approx. 50% of the courses are taught in German and the other 50% are taught in English. The language of the examination is the same as the language of instruction in the corresponding lecture. CONTACT Universität Duisburg-Essen Faculty of Engineering Geibelstraße Duisburg Tel. +49 (0) Admission semester Winter semester only [mailto:scies@uni-due.de]» Course website [ Beginning Winter semester - October Programme duration Three years / six semesters Submit application to International Office Universität Duisburg-Essen Geibelstraße Duisburg Germany Course content The core subjects for this programme in engineering and natural sciences include physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, and mechanics as well as those areas of maths that are relevant for IT. There are also other technical and non-technical electives. Building on these subjects, the programme's core area offers a balanced array of computer engineering modules, basic engineering, and natural sciences subjects, which will be integrated and applied in a practical project and the Bachelor's thesis. Modules include digital technology principles, circuit design, computer architecture, basic programming, and operating systems. Based on the principles and core subjects described above, the undergraduate Computer Engineering course also features two specialisations: Software engineering Communications These will lead students towards specialising in either IT or electrical engineering and communications technology for their future career. This part of the course also enables students to learn how to work together at a specialist level with colleagues from other disciplines. The Software Engineering profile deepens theoretical understanding of computer science issues and focuses on various aspects of software technology. Databases,

2 on various aspects of software technology. Databases, modelling methods, and operating systems seen from a computer science point of view complete this option. Students are therefore prepared for careers in the following areas: Programming at various application levels Software engineering for technology-oriented or engineering-oriented applications Development of application-specific systems using software technologies and databases The Communications profile builds on the theoretical basis of communications and circuit technology. It concentrates on various aspects of signals and systems, including computer networks. Databases and programming methods seen from the perspective of engineering sciences complete this option. Students are mainly prepared for careers in the following areas: Design and operation of communications technology components and systems Software engineering for communications applications Development of application-specific systems for the integration of communications and computer technology Educational organisation For all Bachelor's degrees together, the basic principles of engineering and science will be taught on a broad basis in the first year of study. This includes courses from the disciplines of mechanical engineering, material science, electrical engineering, computer science, and natural science. The courses will impart the necessary knowledge in engineering and science as well as different methods and approaches. In the higher semesters, the students will be taught in the following modules in addition to the core subjects: Projects: In the context of a project, the students will work on a complex topic in a group, applying scientific methods. At the end of the project, the students will write up their findings and present their results. Electives: The electives will give the students the possibility of choosing and deepening their own specialisations within the degree. Non-technical subjects: The aim of the non-technical course is to deepen the general education of the students, and if necessary, to increase their linguistic competence as well as to strengthen their ability to work in teams or to give a presentation. During their Bachelor's studies, students will have to participate in an industrial internship in a company outside the university. This industrial internship will have to be completed before the registration for the Bachelor's thesis. The industrial internship will

3 supplement the degree in such a way that the students gain some practical experience that will enrich their theoretical knowledge. This will help to deepen the understanding of the lectures and will facilitate project work. The duration of the industrial internship will be 15 weeks. Nine weeks of the industrial internship should be completed before studies. The Bachelor's thesis concludes the scientific education in every Bachelor's degree course within the academic ISE programme (International Studies in Engineering). It is used to show that a student is capable of dealing with a problem from the corresponding field of engineering sciences autonomously, using scientific methods and presenting the topic comprehensibly. The duration for the work on the Bachelor's thesis is three months. After completing the Bachelor's degree, students will be able to choose to continue with a Master's degree as a specialisation of their former field of studies or discipline, or change to a Master's degree programme in a different engineering subject and thus aim for a double qualification. Internships An industrial internship in a company is compulsory for all Bachelor's students. The entire 15 weeks of the industrial internship have to be finished before starting the final thesis. Forms of assessment According to the examination regulations, the type and duration of the examination will be defined by the lecturer before the semester starts. Therefore, an examination can be a written test with a duration of 60 to 120 minutes or an oral examination lasting 30 to 60 minutes. The language of the examination is the same as the language of the lecture. ECTS credits 180 Diploma supplement Yes Course-related German language courses Yes Course-related English language courses Yes Course objectives

4 Those studying for the Computer Engineering BSc will learn the knowledge and skills necessary for becoming an IT engineer. At the same time, the course will prepare them for further study towards a Master's degree. Having studied the basic principles as well as the practical aspects of their subject, and having learned relevant working practices under engineering supervision, graduates will be in a position to make a valuable contribution to their chosen area right from the outset of their career. Graduates will: 1) master basic engineering and natural sciences principles and methods as well as the thought processes behind them in a broad and profound way; 2) master basic programming and algorithm principles with knowledge gained on major programming paradigms and limits of algorithmic implementations; 3) know major applications of computer science and develop new applications by implementing complex systems using principles of computer science; 4) command comprehensive knowledge regarding computer systems for use in communications systems and are able to develop systems integrating computer engineering and communication engineering; 5) be suitably qualified to choose one of the two specialisations as well as further electives, preparing them for either a practical engineering or an academic career and giving them the potential to develop further by independent use of life-long learning skills; 6) benefit from an enhanced overall education with increased confidence in German or English, and profit from enhanced employability and well-developed skills in teamwork and communication; 7) gain experience in their chosen profession and be in a position to critically assess technical information and professional practice as well as their interdependencies; 8) gain experience of applying scientific methods to deal independently with problems from their chosen area of engineering within a specific time frame, and be able to present issues clearly. Tuition fees No tuition fees Enrolment fees All students are required to pay a social contribution of about 300 EUR per semester. The social contribution includes a semester ticket covering public transport in North Rhine-Westphalia, subsidised meals in the university canteen, and other services. Costs of living We recommend budgeting between 750 and 900 EUR per month for personal expenses. Job opportunities

5 Job opportunities Students may be employed as student assistants at the institutes within the Department of Engineering as well as at affiliated research institutions. Companies in the region also offer similar jobs. Language requirements Applicants must be able to demonstrate German and English language skills corresponding to level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Starting at the beginning of the programme, students must undergo placement tests in order to establish their knowledge of both languages and be placed in the appropriate courses. In order to receive a degree, each participant of an ISE Bachelor's or Master's programme must reach a B2 proficiency level and have a certification of level B2 in both languages. In individual cases, the necessary language courses are constituent parts of the programme. Academic requirements General higher education entrance qualification ("Abitur") or subject-restricted higher education entrance qualification ("Fachhochschulreife") or a foreign equivalent Evidence of an educational background closely related to the degree course or a qualification from a school with a special focus on mathematics Knowledge of German and English, at least on the level of B1, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Where to apply International Office Universität Duisburg-Essen Geibelstraße Duisburg Germany Services and support for international students The Support Center for (International) Engineering Students (SCIES) acts as a help desk for all studyrelated questions in the Department of Engineering. The mission of SCIES is to support all students at the Department of Engineering and to help them gain the most from their experience at the University of Duisburg-Essen. SCIES answers questions with regard to studies, helps in administrative matters, supports in finding accommodation, and is the first level of support for all of the students' questions. Accommodation Accommodation is available through the Student Services Office or on the private market. Rent for a

6 Services Office or on the private market. Rent for a single room in a student residence is approx. 300 EUR. For more information, see: [http :// Course website [ About the university Creative inspiration between the Rhine and Ruhr: the University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) is located in the European region with the highest density of institutions of higher learning. Created in 2003 by the merger of the universities of Duisburg and Essen, the UDE is the youngest university in North Rhine-Westphalia and one of the ten largest universities in Germany. Both campuses are easy to reach and offer the students a broad academic spectrum with an international orientation - ranging from the humanities and social sciences to economics, engineering, natural sciences, and even medicine. Students from 130 countries are currently enrolled at the UDE. The 43,000 students can choose from a vast array of Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes. In many disciplines, the UDE ranks among the top ten German research universities. The university emphasises research in the fields of nano sciences, biomedical sciences, urban systems, empirical research in education, and the transformation of contemporary societies. Total number of students 43,000 Total percentage of international students 19 % About the city The Ruhr metropolis is full of surprises, one of which has been its cultural transformation from a traditional industrial region to a European Capital of Culture and home to 5.3 million people from 140 countries. Duisburg and Essen are situated at the confluence of the rivers Rhine and Ruhr. A population of 500,000 inhabitants makes Duisburg Germany's fifteenth largest city. With nearly 580,000 inhabitants, Essen is one of Germany's ten largest cities. Both cities are proud of their history and traditions as major industrial cities. Thanks to the numerous companies located here, students have every opportunity to reinforce the vocational orientation of their studies through practical application, and the academic staff cooperates closely with local industries. The centres of both cities have become stylish shopping areas with plenty of culinary highlights. The

7 shopping areas with plenty of culinary highlights. The Limbecker Platz mall in Essen has raised the city's profile as a shopping destination considerably, and the same is true for the Forum on Duisburg's Königstraße, where the famous Lifesaver Fountain is located. Nearby recreational areas such as the Sechs-Seen- Platte in Duisburg and Essen's Baldeneysee are also very popular with visitors. People from all parts of Germany and many other European countries have come to work and live in Duisburg and Essen. The friendly atmosphere of the cities and the warm welcome offered to foreigners by the local inhabitants are results of the smooth integration of many different nationalities over many decades. The Duisburg campus is located adjacent to a wooded area. The city centre is easily accessible via public transport. The Essen campus is located within walking distance to the city centre. A periodical bus transfer between the two campuses is organised by the university. Copy this link: daad.de/go/kr4855