Why we think you should study computer science in Germany
Do you want to pursue a career in computer science? Germany has been in the forefront of technology and this applies to everything related to software as well. Germany is widely recognized as a pioneer of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, also known as Industry 4.0. The term ‘Industry 4.0’ was first coined at the Hannover Messe in 2011, and since then, Germany has been at the forefront of this new wave of innovation.
The technologies driving Industry 4.0 are Internet of Things, cloud computing, AI and machine learning, edge computing, cybersecurity and digital twin and all of them are part of computer science! Study computer science in Germany to unlock a fulfilling career in computer science.
Home to SAP and other leading IT companies
SAP is the world’s leading enterprise resource planning (ERP) software vendor. It is the largest non-American software company by revenue, the world’s third-largest publicly traded software company by revenue, and the largest German company by market capitalization. Apart from SAP, you might also recognise one or more of the following German software companies – TeamViewer, AnyDesk, Avira, Nero, SoftServe, Siemens and Lufthansa Systems (Lufthansa Systems is part of Lufthansa Group, and is one of the world’s leading providers of IT services in the airline industry).
The computer science industry in Germany is exciting and you will get to learn from experts.
Receive world-class education and be career-ready
The syllabus at German universities are designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge required by the industry. You will receive a solid foundation which will allow you to stay up-to-date with even newer programming languages.
In addition to lectures, a strong point about German universities is the hands-on approach to education. You will be exposed to projects and competitions which will further allow you to hone your skills and prepare you for your career.
Internship and working part-time as learning opportunities
Unlike shorter internships at local universities, you will be required to intern for up to six months during your studies in Germany. And as you will need to apply for an internship on your own, you will get to apply to the company of your choice, even if it is located in a different city in Germany (or in other countries). One plus point is that you will also be able to earn a decent allowance to cover your living expenses. If you are lucky, some companies can be very generous in giving allowance.
Apart from doing your internship, you will also have the opportunity to gain more experience by working part-time in the industry. This is common in Germany and many computer science students prefer this over working at cafes. The minimum wage for part-time in Germany is €12 an hour, and you are allowed to work up to 120 days each year as a student.
Great salaries and benefits
After graduating, if you don’t already have a job offer, you can apply for a visa to stay on for up to 18 months to look for a job. German companies encourage work-life balance and that is one work culture which is quite different compared to Malaysia’s. Having said that, it’s also not uncommon for software engineers to help with emergencies even after office hours.
After working for 3 to 5 years, it’s really up to you if you want to explore working in other countries or returning to Malaysia in a more senior position. Your experience in Germany will be an advantage.
Want to study computer science in Germany?
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