Master 1 subject

Applied Computer Science, Master 1 subject

How does the systematic development of software work?
How can we solve problems occurring in different area of application using the methods and processes of computer science?
Which resources are required to have computers solve certain tasks?
Which types of problems cannot be solved by a machine within a reasonable period of time?
How can software projects be planned, managed and controlled?

Students wishing to study Applied Computer Science must first and foremost be interested in the subject and have fun studying it.

– Ceylan Temiz

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Degree	Master of Science
Start	Winter- and summer semester
Duration	4 semesters
Classroom language	German, English

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What's it all about?

This degree programme is unique, because ...

it paves the way for critical classification of scientific knowledge and for responsible, interdisciplinary thinking and action.

It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...

Computational neuroscience
Computer vision and autonomous robotics
Machine learning
Construction engineering
Mechanical engineering
Bioinformatics

Course schedule

Module handbook

Who is suited?

Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,

has:

basic understanding of theoretical, technical and applied computer science

enjoys:

promoting innovation
working in a team
mastering interdisciplinary tasks

struggles through:

problems and finds solutions

This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects

Applied Computer Science
Computer Science
and related degree programmes

Graduates from this degree programme frequently work

as software and system developers
as researchers
as project managers
as executive staff
as consultancy providers

And else?

An internship ...

is optional.

Studying abroad ... can be covered voluntarily.

Where do I find help?

Academic advisory office

Dipl.-Biol. Kerstin Kallweit
Building, Room: MC 1.36
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-27685
Email: studienberatung-ai@rub.de
Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft Angewandte Informatik
Building, Room: MC 0.67
Phone:
Email: fsrai@rub.de
Website Fachschaft

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Bachelor 1 subject

Ceylan Temiz is a first-year student of Applied Computer Science. She is pursuing the Master of Science degree.

What made you choose this degree programme?

Because it is an application-oriented and interdisciplinary degree programme that promises good career opportunities.

In which respect have or haven’t your expectations been fulfilled?

Some mandatory lectures remind me of my school days when I used to think: “What do I need this subject for?” (laughs)

Which aspect of your degree programme do you enjoy most?

The fact that I have the choice among courses offered by different faculties.

What has been your biggest challenge to date?

The major challenge was to master the “Theoretical Computer Science” course due to its dry and complex nature – especially when compared with other courses.

What would you like to become after completing your degree?

I would like to work in the media industry.

Which advice would you like to give to students who consider enrolling in this degree programme?

Students wishing to study Applied Computer Science should first and foremost be interested in the subject and they definitely should enjoy studying it. Anybody who did Computer Science at school has surely realised how much fun programming can be – but also how difficult it can be to understand complex matters. Applied Computer Science does not require students to have any prior knowledge of the subject, but they should be interested in mathematics, natural and engineering science as well as in economics. This degree programme is much more application-oriented than traditional Computer Science. Applied Computer Science is not an easy degree programme. You should not enrol in it just because it promises good career opportunities. The most difficult period are the first two semesters, because you need time to find your footing. But by the third semester, everyone will have reached “half-time” and will be able to enjoy their university life (laughs).