With the advent of the internet, telecommunications and computer communications are growing and merging into what could be described as the nervous system of the global community. Together with the fascinating new possibilities offered by mobile communication systems, new technologies are being created that will forever change the way in which we live communicate and do business. Students on the Bachelor’s degree programme in computer and communications engineering will learn how to help shape this incredibly dynamic field. The degree programme provides a good grounding in both the theoretical and practical aspects of all areas needed in order to be able to understand and develop mobile communication technologies. The programme comprises a carefully selected set of modules covering the relevant areas of informatics and electrical engineering, while allowing students the chance to pursue personal preferences and interests in such areas as networks, circuits and systems, and signal processing.

The Bachelor’s degree programme 'Computer and Communications Engineering' is aimed at prospective students with a German higher-education entrance qualification or equivalent qualification. The standard period of study for a full-time student to complete the programme is six semesters; those studying part-time will typically need up to 9 semesters. After passing the final examination, graduates will be awarded a 'Bachelor of Science' (B.Sc.) degree.

Graduates in computer and communications engineering have excellent career prospects in such growth areas as:

• Information technology,
• Telecommunications and internet technology,
• E-commerce and computer technology,
• Business consulting,
• Finance, insurance and trade,
• Automotive and traffic technology,
• Semiconductor technology ,
• Medical technology.

In addition to some well-known major corporations, potential employers include numerous established medium-sized businesses and some highly dynamic young start-up companies. Graduates therefore have access to interesting and challenging career openings in regional, national and international markets.

During the first four semesters of the B.Sc. programme, students typically complete their mandatory courses and four fundamental industrial placements or internships. The final two semesters offer a broad selection of specialist seminars and a six-month research project that concludes with the student submitting a Bachelor thesis. In order to meet the growing demand for degree level programmes with an international focus, most of the lecture courses in the third year are held in English.

The B.Sc. programme also boasts numerous supplementary features that are designed to provide students with feedback and support during their studies. Progress checks are a necessary and helpful means of ensuring efficient study planning and that academic targets are being met. Mentors and academic guidance counsellors are available for advice and consultation, and there is a special support programme for high-achievers to enable them to graduate early or to achieve a higher level of qualification in the same period.

New students can choose from three different types of recommended study schedule, depending on their previous qualifications and personal goals:

• The "Firm fundamentals" ('Solide Basis') option is for students who want to concentrate on the basics in the first two semesters.

• The "Electronics First" ('Elektronik zuerst') option is recommended for students who have had a solid grounding in physics (e.g. advanced-level secondary school courses).

• The final option  "Theoretical Mathematics First" ('Theoretische Mathematik zuerst') is recommended for students with a very good understanding of mathematics.

Preparatory courses in mathematics are also usually held in September/October.

Regulations:

Study regulations Bachelor and Master

Examination regulations Bachelor and Master

Admission information:
Students can begin the B.Sc. programme at the beginning of the winter or the summer semester, though we recommend that students start in the winter semester.

At present, there are no entry restrictions for the Bachelor degree programme., i.e. students can enrol/register at the university

• up until about mid-September if they plan to start in the winter semester,
• up until about mid-March if starting in the summer semester.

Admission application forms are available online . They should be sent with all the requisite documentation to the Admissions Office at:

Universität des Saarlandes
Studierendensekretariat
Postfach 15 11 50
66041 Saarbrücken
Germany

Please note that it is currently only possible to start the B.Sc. programme in the winter semester. As a rule, updated information on the enrolment/registration procedure is not available before the late May or early June.

List of current degree programmes with explanatory notes on enrolment procedures

Please note: Slightly different admission rules apply to German and foreign nationals with a non-German higher-education entrance qualification (for more information: see here, siehe auch 'University Entrance Requirements – At a Glance'.)

The Bachelor’s programme Computer and Communications Engineering was developed and is jointly administered by two highly respected departments at Saarland University: Computer Science and Mechatronics. The excellent student-staff ratio provides an ideal learning environment. Students enjoy individual supervision and benefit from close contact to professorial and other teaching staff – one of the basic requirements for efficient, fast and focused studying. Both academic departments are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and are highly sought-after as contract research partners for industrial clients. Students will use computer and internet technologies right from the start.

Other defining features of the B.Sc. programme include:

• Specially designed and coordinated teaching modules ,
• Wide choice of subjects,
• Compact degree course by using examinations that are integrated into the lecture courses ,
• International partnerships enable students to complete a study-abroad semester without needing to extend the length of their degree course,
• Large number of part-time, academically relevant posts as undergraduate assistants,
• Recognition of academic credits and academic achievements earned during international exchange programmes (ECTS).

• Computer- and Communications Engineering (M.Sc.)
  
  
• Visual Computing

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