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B.Sc. Information Systems

Degree awarded Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Duration and credits 6 semesters; 180 ECTS credits
Starts in October (winter semester)
Language of instruction German

About the programme

Digital business models and leveraging IT for strategic competitiveness require expertise in the fields of business, economics and information technology. In the B.Sc. Information Systems degree programme, you can choose one of two focus areas.

  • Data-Driven Business focuses on data-supported decision-making and business models in companies. 
  • Information Systems Development and Management deals with the management of business applications in companies as a central competitive factor.

Features

  • Excellent international rankings of the School of Business, Economics and Information Systems (Times Higher Education 2023 Subject Ranking)
  • International orientation: complete a semester abroad at one of the University's numerous partner universities in the USA, India or Spain
  • Practical relevance through numerous business contacts (ranging from local to multinational companies)
  • "Honours" certificate programme for particularly outstanding students and start-up support for entrepreneurs

Why study information systems?

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Career prospects

Graduates have access to a wide range of occupational areas at the interface of economics and information technology. You will be able to work in German and multinational companies or public-sector organisations alike, taking on a wide array of jobs and responsibilities, such as strategy development for digital business models or organisational and process design while working in a variety of roles e.g. in IT management, as a data scientist or software project manager. For instance, placing a focus on the area of "data-driven business" will equip you with the know-how to devise and develop strategies for value creation on the basis of digital data. The programme also provides specialised support and advice for working for a start-up companies or for setting up your own business.

Programme details

You can choose from two thematic paths as you proceed through the programme. This gives you plenty of flexibility to shape your study profile according to your needs and interests.

Module area A: Foundations

The Foundations area covers introductory modules from economics, quantitative methods, computer science, law and information systems.

Module area B: Information Systems Focus

In module area B, you will choose either "Data-Driven Business" or "Information Systems Development and Management" as your focus.

Module area C: Consolidation

In module area C, you can choose deepen your knowledge in one of the following areas according to your interests:

  • Accounting, Finance, and Taxation
  • Economics
  • Management, Innovation, Marketing
  • International and Sustainable Business
  • Information Systems (it is possible to place a second focus on information systems even if you have already done so in to module area B)
  • General Studies

Module area D: English for Business/Economics

In module area D you will receive English language training (business and economics track).

Module area E: Seminar

In preparation for the bachelor's dissertation, you will write your first own research paper in a seminar.

Bachelor's dissertation and bachelor's colloquium

In the bachelor's dissertation, you will work independently on a research question using scientific methods. During the colloquium you will have the opportunity to present your results and receive feedback.

This degree programme starts in the October (winter semester) each year.

With Abitur or European qualifications

Prospective students with a higher education entrance qualification from Germany or the EEA region (e.g. German Abitur or the Austrian Matura) can enrol directly for this degree programme during the enrolment period.

You will need German language skills at level B2 CEFR or higher to study this degree programme.  If German was the language of instruction for your secondary school education or prior tertiary education, your academic certificates suffice as proof of your language skills. Otherwise, you will have to provide a recognised German language certificate along with your application for a place of study.

If you can provide recognised certificates for German language skills at level B1 CEFR at the time when you apply for a place of study, you may receive a conditional offer. In that case, you will be required to provide a recognised language certificate at level B2 CEFR by the time you enrol on the degree programme. 

If you would like to learn German or advance your language skills, the University's Language Centre and its  German Courses Passau division offer a variety of German language classes. However, if you would like to apply for a place of study on one of the University's German-taught degree programmes, you must meet the stated language requirements before you apply.

What our students say

Angelika Augustin

Angelika Augustin

studies B.Sc. Information Systems

What is particularly appealing to me is the wide choice of modules, which allowed me to tailor my studies to my personal interests.

Philipp Thorwirth

Philipp Thorwirth

studies B.Sc. Information Systems

I think the range of courses offered by the University is just great. There are many opportunities for a semester abroad, a high degree of individuality and plenty of scope for joining in activities.

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See also

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