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Institute of Computer Science

Part-time study

The Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and (from summer semester 2026) the Master's degree in Computer Science can also be studied part-time. The following conditions apply:

  • The standard period of study, and thus also the maximum duration of study, is doubled
  • The deadlines for the GOP/KOP are doubled
  • The completion time for the Bachelor's or Master's thesis is doubled
  • A maximum of 20 ECTS credits may be earned in one semester
  • The switch can be requested up to four weeks after the start of the lecture period in a semester at the latest
  • The switch is possible in the penultimate semester of the standard period of study at the latest
  • In WueStudy, a part-time semester is displayed as 0.5 full-time semesters
  • Adapted suggested course schedules are available on the Web pages of the respective degree programme

The exact rules can be found in the ASPO, Appendix 4. It should be noted that part-time study can also result in disadvantages outside the university. You may no longer be entitled to BAFöG or co-insurance for health insurance. The possibility of studying part-time may also be restricted when studying on a student visa.
We therefore strongly advise you to carefully consider whether a switch to part-time study makes sense in your own situation. In many cases, there are means that are better suited to the situation, e.g. a leave of absence or disadvantage compensation.