Gisma University of Applied Sciences
BEng Software Engineering
Berlin, Germany
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
36 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 13,125 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* EU fee: €9,600 per year / international fee
Key Summary
*degree program in the process of being fully state-recognized.
Overview
Our full-time bachelor's degree programme in Software Engineering will provide you with a broad spectrum of engineering competencies in the areas of analysis, specification, design, implementation, testing, maintenance, and documentation of software systems.
As a Gisma student, you will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills for a successful career in any industry or company that depends on software and related processes, models, and tools, including project management.
Potsdam, your next study destination
As a student at Gisma University of Applied Sciences, you will be based at our flagship Potsdam Campus. This ultra-high-tech campus is home to all of our University of Applied Sciences students, either in person or virtually. Our classrooms feature the hybrid-flexible system, meaning regardless of where our students are in the world, they connect in real time and benefit from seamless peer-to-peer learning. The campus is in great company, with neighbors such as SAP right across the road.
Potsdam is the picturesque capital city of the state of Brandenburg. It is known for technological innovation, economic growth, a unique culture, and a high standard of living. It is a world heritage site, with the backdrop of outstanding nature. The city also benefits from being the twin city of Berlin, the German capital. The two cities share a border, and the journey from Potsdam Main Station takes just 20-30 minutes to be in the center of Berlin, where you can find an extensive cultural, retail, and nightlife scene.
Why Gisma?
- AMBA accredited: 2% of business schools worldwide hold this accreditation, which was awarded for our global MBA. A sign of excellence in education;
- The most international university: 90+ nationalities of students, alumni, and staff represented. Expand your network;
- Excellent student services such as a dedicated Career Centre, visa support, and accommodation team;
- Graduates will be entitled to apply for an 18-month post-study residence permit to take advantage of career opportunities in Germany;
- Over 25 corporate partners, we work closely with such as Zalando, Amazon, Siemens;
- Over 20 years of teaching and inspiring students to reach lifelong goals;
- Early-bird discounts and flexible payment plans are available;
- Free beginner German classes;
- Programs taught 100% in English - the language of international communication.
Why Germany?
- Germany has one of the lowest unemployment rates in Europe;
- 4th Best Graduate starting salary at £40,650 in Europe, with a growing economy (source: Statista);
- Germany is the most popular option for international students looking to study in Europe; It is recognized for its high-quality education, and you can experience this with Gisma;
- Germany ranks in the top five countries in the world by the number of international students;
- Berlin, Germany’s Capital is the largest city in the EU and has a thriving business scene, offering a range of job opportunities to young professionals and graduates.
Germany is well known for its rich history in culture and arts, offering students an enriching international experience whilst combining world-class education from our globally ranked partner institutions.
This program is awarded/certified by Gisma University of Applied Sciences.
Partial Scholarship
- We offer a range of flexible saving options tailored to your needs. Get in touch with us to find the best solution for you
How you will study
Gisma University of Applied Sciences supports flexible and individual learning by applying a systematic hybrid learning scheme.
You will spend part of your lectures in class at our campus. These face-to-face phases are complemented by e-learning sessions. You will work on cases, reflect on readings, take part in online discussions, and participate in group exercises and projects. This variety of learning methods is part of our unique teaching strategy, which includes student-centred pedagogy, project-based learning, collaborative learning, and personalised coaching.
Modules
The full-time bachelor's degree program comprises a standard period of study of six semesters. The curriculum includes a “mobility window” in the 5th semester: a semester reserved for you to study abroad or undertake further modules with an applied focus as part of career development.
For the bachelor's programs, the total student workload for the courses is 180 ECTS credits.
A key element of this program is the Career Development Semester, within which you will work on an end-to-end software engineering project. This project will allow you to work on a business problem, similar to what you may be given by a future employer. You will take this problem and develop a solution by collecting data, then building software to resolve the problem. You will then evaluate, test, and deliver the business solution, just like you would for an employer or client.
Additionally, within this module, you will work in App & Web Development Studio. This is a sandbox-style lab, where you will have the opportunity to develop a web or mobile app, using the technical skills developed in previous modules. This is your opportunity to put a lot of the theory learned into practice, which will develop your skills for your career ahead.
Indicative Content
Subject Specific Competencies
- Introduction to Programming
- Data Structures & Algorithms
- Databases & Big Data
- Computer Science Lab
- Advanced Algorithms
- Advanced Programming
- App & Web Development
- Computer Networks
- Software Design and Modelling
- Software Testing
- Operating Systems
- Cyber Security
General Business Competencies
- Digital Transformation and Cases
- Sustainability Management
- Project Management
- Innovation Management in a Digital and Globalised World
Action and Intercultural Competencies
- Creative Problem Solving and Strategy Development
- Foreign Language
- Study Abroad or Career Development Semester*
- Internship
Scientific and Methods Competencies
- Mathematical Foundations
- Statistics
- Academic Writing and Research Methods
- Bachelor Thesis
Career Development Semester
- End-to-End Software Engineering Project
- Software & AI
- Business Start-up Simulation
- App & Web Development Studio
Accreditations and rankings
Gisma University of Applied Sciences is a state recognised University of Applied Sciences which also benefits from AMBA accreditation, an honour shared by only six business schools in Germany and 2% of all business schools worldwide. The prestigious AMBA accreditation represents innovation and excellence in education, which is core to our values at Gisma.
Accreditations and Recognitions
- AMBA Accredited:
At Gisma University of Applied Sciences, our Global MBA programme carries the prestigious AMBA accreditation, an elite honour held by only five universities in Germany and just 2% of business schools worldwide. - State Recognition:
Gisma University of Applied Sciences is proudly state-recognised by the federal state of Brandenburg, an assurance that our programmes meet Germany’s rigorous academic and quality standards. - CIM Accredited Marketing Degrees (BSc and MSc Business Management Marketing programmes):
Gisma University of Applied Sciences is the only university in Germany with CIM-accredited marketing degrees, setting a new standard in professional marketing education. - German Accreditation Council (Akkreditierungsrat) via FIBAA:
Gisma University of Applied Sciences’ programmes are nationally accredited by the German Accreditation Council through FIBAA, a specialised agency for business and social sciences. - BSIS Impact Label (Business School Impact System by EFMD):
The prestigious BSIS Impact Label celebrates universities that create a measurable, positive influence on their communities and economies.
What you will learn
Our Bachelors of Engineering (BEng Software Engineering degree programme is a dynamic and diverse programme that covers many of the key areas of this specialism, from software design and modelling to cyber security and big data, that you will need to graduate with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to begin your career in the field.
Your Future Career
Software engineering opens a world of career opportunities across a wide range of industries and business sectors, and will allow you to forge your own path into specialisms and potential career options within various sectors. This degree equips you with technical IT abilities that may be applied to a variety of IT and web-based jobs, ranging from application developer to web designer.
Potential graduate opportunities: applications developer, game developer, information systems manager, IT consultant, programmer, web developer, software engineer.
As a student at Gisma, you will be supported by our Career Centre, who provide personalised career support and development.