Computer Science for Industry and Business (MSc COSIB)

MSc COSIB - a continuing education / advanced Master’s programme for international IT talents and career changers with a focus on the German labour market COSIB programme and module structure Computer science is a dynamic and continuously evolving discipline. Professionals in this field constantly develop their technical and methodological skills – lifelong learning is therefore a central element of professional practice. In this context, the MSc COSIB has been designed.  The programme is aimed at both aspiring and experienced international IT professionals who are either already active in the German labour market or specifically seeking to enter it. It offers a compact, structured, academically grounded opportunity to further develop existing knowledge and/or acquire new specialist competencies. For international career changers into IT You have completed a degree in a STEM field, already gained practical IT experience, and now wish to establish yourself in the IT industry in Germany through a structured academic pathway and a recognised academic qualification. The MSc COSIB provides you with solid foundations in computer science as well as a deeper understanding of selected specialist areas and supports you in qualifying as an IT professional for the German labour market. For international IT professionals outside Germany You already hold a degree in computer science or a closely related field and have gained professional IT experience. You now wish to strengthen your qualifications through a specialised Master’s degree and prepare for a role in the German labour market or advance your career there. The MSc COSIB offers an academically grounded specialisation that provides competencies applicable across different contexts of IT practice and employability-oriented elements. This allows you to sharpen your professional profile and systematically prepare for your next career step in the German labour market. For international IT professionals in Germany You are already working as an IT expert in Germany and would like to expand your knowledge, explore new subject areas, or integrate current research trends into your professional practice. The MSc COSIB enables academic specialisation and supports you in further developing your expertise within your professional and disciplinary context. Regardless of individual background, the MSc COSIB is aimed at international IT talent and career changers who wish to build or advance their careers in Germany. The MSc COSIB is a compact one-year Master's programme that combines basic and/or advanced study in computer science with integrated practical elements. It is designed for students seeking to broaden or complement their academic background while preparing for careers in the German IT sector. Upon successful completion, graduates are awarded a fully accredited Master of Science degree from the University of Konstanz, recognised both nationally and internationally. COSIB in brief: Degree options:  Master of Science (60 ECTS) Diploma of advanced studies (30 ECTS) Standard period of study:  Two semesters Form of study:  First semester: full-time on-campus study Second semester: flexible practical period Practical elements: Eight-week professional or research internship,  Special programme features:  Data Science profile or individual specialisation e.g. AI Alumni mentoring/talks Micro-degree certification option (DoAS) Programme structure:  In two semesters, students of the MSc COSIB complete 60 ECTS credits: First semester (30-33 ECTS): Introductory (basic) modules in computer science (0-12 ECTS) and/or specialised in-depth modules (18-30 ECTS) KEY module on labour market orientation/integration (0-3 ECTS) Students develop either an in-depth understanding of the basic principles of computer science, including the theoretical and practical aspects of algorithms, data structures and programming languages. They learn how to design, analyse and implement efficient algorithms. Additionally, th