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Bachelor in Information Engineering

The digital world is becoming more and more comprehensive and interwoven with our reality. This means: new opportunities are emerging for companies - but also new challenges. So what is needed right now? In short: specialists for planning and implementing inter-connected holistic IT systems. Our Bachelor's program in Information Engineering trains you to be such a specialist.

A Unique Concept: The B.Sc. Information Engineering Program

The subject combination of our BIE program is unique and can not be studied at any other German university. However, industry and companies urgently need graduates with according qualifications. This is why you will be irreplaceable as one of the first Information Engineers. Not only in Germany, but worldwide.

 

New digital technologies give companies more and more possibilities to collect, network and evaluate information. To seize opportunities such as the introduction of intelligent products, they need specialists for planning and implementing interconnected holistic IT systems. In our Bachelor program in Information Engineering, you look at the entire chain - from the sensor to the IT system to the business model.

 

The degree offers you the opportunity to acquire solid theoretical, practical, and technical skills in a constantly evolving field and prepares you for your role as an information engineer.

Key Facts

Degree
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Study duration
6 semesters, full-time

Language
English, selected elective modules in German

Start of program
winter semester each year
all dates and deadlines ↗

Application period
Winter semester: May 15 - July 15
Summer semester: November 15 - January 15 (only for higher semesters)

Admission requirements
An Abitur (university entrance qualification) or equivalent
For all requirements, please check the program page at TUM School of Computation, Information and Technology

 

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Your Benefits at TUM Campus Heilbronn

Excellence in Research and Teaching

In the Heilbronn-Franconia region, TUM sees itself as a civic university in a campus ecosystem that empowers students, researchers, companies, and local stakeholders to positively shape the digital transformation.

The Campus for the Digital Age

The TUM Campus Heilbronn focusses its research on digital transformation, information engineering, and family enterprises under the motto "For the Digital Age". The perfect surroundings to get inspiration for your studies.

Your Possibilities to Spend a Semester Abroad

During your studies, you have the opportunity to spend a semester abroad in the third semester. We offer several options to gain valuable experience abroad, from Erasmus+ to TUMexchange and scholarships. Find out more!

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements are subject to change. To get always the latest requirements, please check the link down below.

Your Future Opportunities

Upon successful completion of your bachelor's degree in Information Engineering, you will:

 

  • be prepared to participate in the design and implementation of cyber-physical business systems across different disciplines.
  • have learned foundations of business and computer engineering to establish speaking skills in these disciplines.
  • have acquired social and communication skills.
  • be familiar with essential concepts and principles of programming languages, algorithms and data structures, software engineering, database systems, computer networks, and cyber-physical systems.
  • have acquired knowledge in mathematical basics, like analysis, linear algebra, and discrete mathematics.
  • have knowledge about the fundamental concepts of information systems, such as enterprise architecture management and business process management, and how to present a scientific seminar paper.

 

If you want to start your career with a strong network in promising companies, a degree from TUM Heilbronn Campus is the right choice for you.

Sounds Great to You?

Apply now and start your studies at TUM Campus Heilbronn for the upcoming winter semester!

Program Structure

Introduction to Informatics

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Fundamentals of Programming

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Introduction to Computer Organization and Technology

  • 8 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Discrete Structures

  • 8 ECTS
  • Mathematics

 

Support Elective

  • 2 ECTS
  • Extradisciplinary fundamentals

 

Total credits: 30

Introduction to Software Engineering

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Operating Systems and System Software

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Fundamentals of Algorithms and Data Structures

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Computational Mathematics I: Linear Algebra

  • 8 ECTS
  • Mathematics

 

Support Elective

  • 3 ECTS
  • Extradisciplinary fundamentals

 

Total credits: 29

Fundamentals of Databases

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Computer Networking and IT Security

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Information Theory and Theory of Computation

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Seminar

  • 5 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Computational Mathematics II: Calculus

  • 8 ECTS
  • Mathematics

 

Total credits: 31

 

Enterprise Architecture Management and Reference Models

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Introduction to Signal Processing

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Business Process Management

  • 5 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Embedded Systems, Cyber-Physical Systems, and Robotics

  • 8 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Discrete Probability Theory

  • 6 ECTS
  • Mathematics

 

Total credits: 31

 

Bachelor Practical Course

  • 10 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Electives in Informatics

  • 6 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Electives in Management

  • 12 ECTS
  • Management

 

Support Electives

  • 2 ECTS
  • Extradisciplinary fundamentals

 

Total credits: 30

Bachelor's Thesis

  • 12 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Bachelor's Colloquium

  • 3 ECTS
  • Informatics

 

Electives in Informatics

  • 6 ECTS
  • Management

 

 

Electives in Management

  • 6 ECTS
  • Management

 

Support Electives

  • 2 ECTS
  • Extradisciplinary fundamentals

 

Total credits: 29

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Our B.Sc. Program Information Engineering will open up new worlds for you, both personally and professionally. You will be excellently educated with a novel and unique approach, you will acquire holistic knowledge, and besides that you will achieve linguistic and intercultural competence at the highest level.

Costanza Terino & Katrin Toborg
Studierenden-Service-Center CIT

Frequently Asked Questions

During the three years of the degree program, you will be prepared to participate in the design and implementation of IT systems across various disciplines. In addition to a strong computer science core, the program teaches fundamentals of management and computer engineering to enable you to effectively take part in the discourse communities of these disciplines. You will continuously expand your newly acquired knowledge in practical exercise modules and project work designed to enhance your social and communication skills, as well.

There are a few program-related regulations you should keep in mind. You can find all currently valid information at the Statutes and Regulations page.

After the second semester, you must have successfully completed at least two of the following four required modules:

 

  • Introduction to Informatics
  • Fundamentals of Programming
  • Introduction to Computer Architecture
  • Discrete Structures

 

Please note: Since these modules are currently only offered in the winter semester, you should complete two of them in your first winter semester in order to fulfill this requirement.

 

Aside from that, starting with the third semester, you should have achieved a certain number of Credit Points by the end of each semester:

 

  • 30 Credits by the end of the 3rd semester,
  • 60 Credits by the end of the 4th semester,
  • 90 Credits by the end of the 5th semester,
  • 120 Credits by the end of the 6th semester,
  • 150 Credits by the end of the 7th semester
  • and 180 Credits by the end of the 8th semester

Yes. If you're interested in several programs, you can hand in a separate application for up to seven programs. Applications are processed separately which means that you have to do the application process completely for each program, including all documents required and certified copies.

Please note: If you've been rejected for a program, you can only apply for this program one more time.

After graduation, numerous opportunities will arise whether in the form of direct entry into a company, freelance work or the continuation of your studies. The next level is a master’s degree and then a doctorate. The Master of Science in Information Engineering (at Campus Heilbronn) is expected to be offered from the winter semester 2024/25.

 

If you decide to pursue a career after successfully obtaining your degree, you will be qualified to assume a role in innovation management, project management, information management, consulting or software development. You will be able to work in all industries, including business, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, mathematics and medicine. Graduates of the Technical University of Munich assume management positions in IT and corporate management.

The semester fees are currently €102; you can find the latest information on tuition fees here.

We're happy you're interested in this program. We kindly invite you to join our virtual info sessions and other events at TUM Campus Heilbronn.

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Contact

Student Service Center

TUM School of Computation, Information & Technology

+49 (7131) 26418904