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Computer Science

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Key facts
Degree
First State Exam High School
Admission restriction
without admission restriction (without NC)
Duration
10 Semesters
Credits/ECTS
300
Teaching language
German
Tuition fee
None
Semester contribution
€ 305,05
Start of studies
Winter semester
Part-time possible
Yes
Institutions
Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science
Institute of Computer Science
Application & Deadlines

Programme content

Computer Science as the leading science of information technology deals with all aspects of systematic and automatic processing, storage and transmission of data. How does a computer work? What are algorithms and how do Computer Scientists know whether they have found the optimal algorithm for solving a problem? What do you have to consider when creating a database and how is a network actually constructed?

In the technical part of the degree programme, you will acquire skills in practical, theoretical, technical and applied Computer Science as well as in basic Mathematics. An important pillar of the programme is didactics, which prepares you for the pedagogical and technical challenges of teaching computer science. As a Computer Science teacher, you will introduce students to computer science concepts, technical implementations, programming approaches and the reflective use of information processing systems and competence|qualification to use various software to solve practical problems.

The degree programme does not require any programming skills - however, you should be prepared to explore systems, structures and contexts on a self-employed basis.

Structure

You complete the teacher training programme at the University of Jena with the First State Examination. The standard period of study|regular programme length is ten semesters in total, during which various types of courses (e.g. seminars, lectures or tutorials) are offered for the individual modules. The teacher training programme is based on the Jena model, which is characterised by a five-monthExternal link school placement semesterExternal link in the fifth or sixth semester.

As a future teacher, you will study two subjects on an equal footing at the University of Jena and round off your pedagogical profile with an accompanying degree programme in Educational Science. A total of 300 credit points (ECTS)|ECTS credits (1 ECTS = 30 hours of attendance, preparation and follow-up work|follow-up activity, study and assessed coursework and examinations) must be earned.

Further information on the structure of the teacher training course in Jena can be obtained from the Centre for Teacher Training and Educational Research.

Why study in Jena?

  • The Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science offers you an interesting, challenging and well-balanced degree programme that provides insights into all important areas of Computer Science and prepares you for the tasks of a future Computer Science teacher through comprehensive didactic training.
  • The school placement semester for Computer Science is prepared and accompanied by special subject didactics courses.
  • The special feature of the Jena teacher training programmes is the interlocking of discipline and subject didactics. This gives you a discipline-based and at the same time didactically reflective perspective on issues and procedures that are highly relevant to application in the context of Computer Science teaching.

What can you do after your studies?

Career opportunities:

  • General education: The typical route into school practice is via the preparatory service (traineeship). In this phase, you will further develop your practical teaching skills on the basis of your degree.

  • Adult education: Outside of the school system, there are opportunities for you to work as a teacher in the subject) area|field of adult education.

The teaching degree completed in Thuringia is recognised|to credit in all other federal states upon formal request to the respective Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs. You can apply to the Ministries of Education and Cultural Affairs of other federal states both for the preparatory service (Referendariat) and for employment in the teaching profession (after completing the second state examination). You can obtain more detailed information on this from the respective Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs.

What are we looking for in prospective students?

  • Interest in technical and Mathematics contexts
  • Enjoy precise and logical thinking and working with computers
  • Enjoy realising ideas with Computer Science funds and working with children and young people

Admission requirements

  • University entrance qualification

    A university entrance qualification, such as a general secondary school leaving certificate, is required for admission onto the study programme.

    More information on university entrance qualifications can be found here.

  • Initial internship

    In Jena, the teacher training course includes an introductory internship de lasting 240 hours. You should reflect on your educational experience in dealing with children and young people in order to review your career aspirations and make a conscious decision. It makes sense to complete the introductory internship before starting your studies, but it can also be completed before registering for the internship semester (before the start of the third semester). You can also have work you have already done with children and young people recognized.

Contacts

Academic Advisory Service - Juliane Sperling
Academic Office for Student Affairs and Examinations (ASPA)

Telephone hours:
Mondays and Fridays (9:00 – 11:00)
Wednesdays (13:00 – 15:00)

The ASPA is primarily responsible for students in the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, and the Faculty of Theology.

Postal address:
Akademisches Studien- und Prüfungsamt
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena

Examinations Office of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science

Opening hours:
siehe Homepage

Internship Office (school placement semester)
Centre for Teacher Training and Educational Research

Postal address:
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Zentrum für Lehrerbildung und Bildungsforschung
Semmelweisstr. 12
07743 Jena

Student Tutor for Teacher Training
Central Student Advisory Service

Office hours:
We offer consultations in person, by telephone, and via Zoom. You can make an appointment by calling us on +49 3641 9-411111 (Mondays to Fridays from 9:00 to 11:00) or outside these office hours on +49 3641 9-411200. You can also use our remote help desk.

Consultation hours:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays (9:00 to 12:20), Tuesdays (14:00 to 18:00), and Wednesdays and Thursdays (14:00 to 16:00).

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Student Service Centre

Opening hours:
Mondays (10:00 – 12:00)
Tuesdays (13:00 – 15:00)
Wednesdays (10:00 – 12:00)
Thursdays (13:00 – 15:00)
Fridays (10:00 – 12:00)

You can also use our remote help desk at
www.uni-jena.de/service-ssz
or send us your enquiries by post.

Telephone hours:
Mondays to Fridays
(9:00 – 11:00)

Postal address:
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Studierenden-Service-Zentrum
07737 Jena

International Office - International students

University Main Building
Fürstengraben 1
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