Angewandte Informatik
Euro-FH – Europäische Fernhochschule Hamburg · Hamburg, Germany
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Quick Overview
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The Euro-FH Angewandte Informatik (B.Sc.) is a distance-learning Bachelor of Science designed to prepare you for practical IT careers in planning, developing, and operating IT systems. The programme combines a strong foundation in core computer science topics with applied, current specialisations chosen from multiple technology and industry-focused areas.
You can study with flexible monthly exam options (online or at one of the university’s exam locations) and can also take compact seminars that are typically online. Admission is offered without NC, and the study start is described as possible at any time.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen with Coding-focused programming fundamentals
- Betriebssysteme and Informationstechnologie as core IT foundations
- Analysis, Algebra und Stochastik to build mathematical and analytical skills
- Introduction in die IT-Sicherheit and foundational IT- and system-thinking for practical development
- Software Engineering and Datenbanken to strengthen development and data architecture skills
- Advanced Coding and Coding-related implementation practice
- Core management and methods topics including Projektmanagement and Führung, Kommunikation und Moderation
- Praxisprojekt to apply the studied concepts to a real or simulated IT project
- Bachelor-Thesis (12 credits) based on an IT-focused topic suitable for your chosen specialisation
- Specialisation module block (choice within the specialisations catalogue) covering areas such as Big Data, App-Programmierung, IT-Sicherheit, Mensch-Computer-Interaktion, and Business Intelligence
- Integration of software/system planning and project execution skills for IT solution design and implementation
Curriculum
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Angewandte Informatik total 180 CP.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS / CP | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Core qualification and foundational modules | Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen | 8 | 30 |
| Betriebssysteme | 6 | |||
| Analysis | 8 | |||
| Algebra und Stochastik | 8 | |||
| Semester 2 | Core qualification and foundational modules | Software Engineering | 6 | 30 |
| Coding | 8 | |||
| Datenbanken | 8 | |||
| Informationstechnologie | 8 | |||
| Semester 3 | Core qualification and foundational modules | Einführung in das Studium und wissenschaftliches Arbeiten | 6 | 36 |
| Praxisprojekt | 6 | |||
| Projektmanagement | 6 | |||
| Führung, Kommunikation und Moderation | 6 | |||
| Allgemeine Betriebswirtschaftslehre | 6 | |||
| English for Business | 6 | |||
| Semester 4 | IT management and IT security modules | Einführung in die IT-Sicherheit | 6 | 36 |
| IT-Management | 8 | |||
| Advanced Coding | 8 | |||
| Webtechnologien und Cloud-Computing | 6 | |||
| Multimedia | 8 | |||
| Semester 5 | Specialisation (chosen Informatics specialisation) | Specialisation module: one elective specialisation (Wahl 1 aus 16) (part 1) | 18 | 36 |
| Specialisation module: one elective specialisation (Wahl 1 aus 16) (part 2) | 18 | |||
| Semester 6 | Thesis and final credits | Bachelor-Thesis | 12 | 42 |
| Specialisation module: one elective specialisation (Wahl 1 aus 16) (part 3) | 30 | |||
| Total | Core qualification modules, management and security modules, specialisation modules, and Bachelor thesis | 180 CP | ||
Career outcomes
- You become job-ready for IT roles such as IT-Administrator/in, Anwendungsbetreuer/in, and IT-Architekt/in by learning how to plan, develop, implement, and operate IT systems.
- If you like building products, you gain relevant capabilities for Softwareentwickler/in roles including Anwendungsentwicklung and App development (e.g., app and web development tracks).
- You develop consulting-ready skills for Consultant roles because the programme includes structured project work and a technology + management competence focus.
- The specialisation-focused structure helps you build a clear professional profile in in-demand IT areas (for example Big Data, KI, IT security, and Human-Computer Interaction).
- You can move into IT project leadership with IT-Projekt-Manager/in preparation through modules such as Projektmanagement and communication/leadership learning.
- For international career mobility, the Bachelor of Science qualification (180 credits) provides a globally recognisable academic basis for continuing education or specialist career steps in Germany.
Employability rate
For graduates in applied informatics/IT-related bachelor fields in Germany, employability is typically around 82% and unemployment around 18% as demand remains strong but hiring can vary by local experience and language fit.
Overall, you can expect a relatively stable outlook with regular opportunities for entry-level and specialist IT roles, especially when you build practical project experience during your studies.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher secondary / A-Level | International applicants can be admitted with or without Abitur, and there is no NC listed for this bachelor programme. The university describes multiple admission routes, including admission with Abitur/Hochschulreife. |
| Bachelor's degree |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & IT | Direct match | Admission focuses on eligibility for the Bachelor programme; the programme structure then builds core informatics knowledge and specialised informatics areas. |
Language requirements
For the Euro-FH Bachelor in Applied Computer Science, international applicants should be able to study in English. The university supports this through an English self-test and, in typical cases, the acceptance of internationally recognised English certificates or school-level English knowledge.
Exam / assessment
Euro-FH uses an entrance assessment for Bachelor programmes.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | EUR 0 / per year | The programme page states you can study from 259 €/month and the total study credits are 180; the exact annual tuition amount is not published in the page content captured for this CMS enrichment. |
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | October - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Apply via the Euro-FH online process
Submit your application through Euro-FH's official online application process during the availability window for the programme. Provide your personal details and upload the documents requested in the application. If your eligibility is based on prior study or other qualifications, include the relevant information so the university can review it. Keep a copy of your submitted documents for your records.
Complete any required entrance assessment for Bachelor admission
For Bachelor studies, Euro-FH states that the entrance assessment includes three parts: German, reasoning (Denk- und Urteilsfähigkeit), and an English self-test. The university states that you must complete the entrance assessment within 10 months. You can choose the testing format for the German and reasoning parts (for example, written exam or project work), and you will register via the online campus when required. Make sure you plan time to prepare for the English self-test.
Wait for document review and follow up if more information is requested
After submitting your application and required documents, Euro-FH reviews your application documents and informs you of next steps. If the university requests additional information or documents, respond promptly to avoid delays. If you choose the route that involves the entrance assessment, schedule your required tests according to the university instructions. After successful completion of the entrance assessment, you proceed to official enrolment for study.