Specialization in Media Computer Science
The Bachelor's degree course in Applied Computer Science with a specialization in Media Computer Science will be offered for the first time in the winter semester 2025/26.
General information about the Media Computer Science specialization
Media Computer Science combines the best of two worlds: As the link between people and machines, it combines computer science and design to make digital systems optimally usable for people. Media Computer Scientists create interactive user interfaces that make operating devices and systems easy and pleasant.
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The University of Excellence Dresden offers a wide range of cross-sectional disciplines, allowing students to tailor their studies to their own interests. The aim of the course is to obtain the specialist knowledge required for professional practice in areas such as information processing, software and web engineering, digital media, human-computer interaction and visualization - and thus actively help shape the media landscape of tomorrow.
Content of the degree program
The Bachelor's degree program in Applied Computer Science with a specialization in Media Computer Science offers a broad-based education in the scientific foundations of computer science. In addition, it provides knowledge of design aspects, multimedia technologies and applications. The acquired knowledge is consolidated in a variety of practical tasks. Numerous computer workstations with extensive equipment and special laboratories equipped with high-end visualization technology, 3D mixed reality technologies, motion tracking technology or modern audio and video editing technology are available for this purpose.
The course content includes:
- Basics of media design
- Web and multimedia engineering
- Data Management Foundations
- Engineering of accessible media
- Foundations of Computer Graphics
- Media and media streams
- Media Computer Science Project
Bachelor of Applied Computer Science
What can I do after graduation?
Career prospects
Media Computer Science graduates work in research, business, industry, trade, administration and the service sector. Whether as a media systems consultant, web/software developer, information broker, online editor or video designer: Media Computer Science graduates are highly qualified and can be employed anywhere in the IT industry.
The fields of activity are diverse and offer a wide range of tasks:
- Designing and creating multimedia applications and user interfaces,
- Web and app programming,
- electronic publishing,
- digital film production,
- 3D graphics programming,
- telemedicine or
- e-commerce.
This variety of fields of application is taken into account by the versatile, interdisciplinary degree program at TU Dresden, where Media Computer Science students are trained in design, didactics and media psychology in addition to the computer science and technical orientation.
Further degree programs
Students who wish to specialize further or deepen their scientific knowledge can directly follow a Master's degree in Media Computer Science or Computer Science at TU Dresden. A Master's degree also opens up career opportunities in management positions, higher administration and research - right up to a doctorate and an academic career.
Why study Applied Computer Science at TU Dresden?
There are many good reasons to choose to study at the TUD Dresden University of Technology. With over 30,000 students, it is one of the largest technical universities in Germany and has been one of the Universities of Excellence since 2012. TU Dresden offers an excellent academic education with a strong interdisciplinary focus - ideal for a forward-looking subject such as Media Computer Science.
What makes studying at TU Dresden so special:
- Excellent teaching and research - linking computer science with many different subject areas
- Strong practical orientation - cooperation with research institutions and industry partners
- Internationality - exchange programs with leading universities worldwide
- Family-friendly university - numerous support services for students with children
- Modern facilities - access to the latest technologies and innovative research laboratories
Dresden is one of the most liveable cities in Germany - a perfect mix of science, culture and nature.
- Historic old town & creative trendy districts - From magnificent baroque buildings to the modern new town, Dresden offers a unique atmosphere.
- Green oases - With numerous parks, the River Elbe and nearby Saxon Switzerland, Dresden is one of the greenest cities in Europe.
- Cultural diversity - Theaters, museums, concerts and festivals provide a varied range of leisure activities.
- Lively nightlife - Countless bars, clubs and student pubs make Dresden particularly attractive for young people.
- Perfect connections - cities such as Berlin, Prague and Wrocław are within easy reach and are perfect for weekend trips.
Studying at TU Dresden not only offers first-class career opportunities, but also a great time studying in one of the most beautiful cities in Germany.
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