BSBI is a private international business school with campuses in Berlin, Hamburg, Paris and Barcelona (and an online offering). BSBI emphasises an international student community, language support (German/French/Spanish), career services and visa support. It operates partnership degrees with external awarding universities (for this programme: University for the Creative Arts — UCA).

 

Why choose BSc (Hons) Computer Science & Digitisation at BSBI

• Industry-facing curriculum: Focus on practical software skills, digitisation, data/AI awareness and problem solving — designed to meet employer demand for digital skills.

• Awarding partner (UCA): degree awarded by University for the Creative Arts, giving UK award recognition while studying in Germany (Berlin).

• Flexible entry routes: 3-year standard degree; 4-year International/Foundation route for students who need an extra foundation year; and a Year-3 direct entry/top-up option for students transferring in

 

Level of study

• Undergraduate (Bachelor’s) — BSc (Hons). Typically a full-time, first-degree programme.

 

Campus locations & mobility

• Main delivery: Berlin campus (this particular programme is primarily delivered on campus in Berlin).

• BSBI also operates campuses in Hamburg, Paris and Barcelona and runs student mobility/partnership arrangements.

 

Duration & routes

• Standard degree: 3 years (full-time).

• International route / Foundation year: 4 years (Foundation + 3 years).

• Year-3 Direct entry (Top-up): 1 year (for students entering directly into final year, to convert a prior qualification into the UCA BSc).

 

Programme structure & sample subjects / topics

Foundation year (International route)

• Introduction to Creative Business & Management

• English for Academic Purposes & Study Skills

• Research & Academic Skills

• Creative Business Project.

Year 1

• Fundamentals of Computer Science

• Mathematics for Computer Science

• Algorithms & Problem Solving (often using Python)

• Statistics for Data Analysis

• Intro to International Business Administration (interdisciplinary element).

Year 2 / Year 3

• Software Engineering & System Design

• Databases & Web Technologies

• Machine Learning / AI basics and applications

• Cybersecurity & Networks

• Final project / Dissertation

 

Disciplines / specialisations offered

• The degree is broadly focused on computer science and digitisation (software development, algorithms, data analysis, digitisation strategies). Electives and project choices typically allow focus in areas like AI/ML, data analytics, web & mobile development, and cybersecurity, depending on cohort and staff expertise. Confirm current elective/specialisation options with BSBI.

 

Programme highlights

• Degree awarded by UCA (UK) while studying at BSBI — combination of a creative-industry oriented UK degree with city-based campus in Berlin.

• Strong industry connections, lab access, guest lecturers and placement/internship opportunities embedded across BSBI programmes.

• Career support services and immigration/visa support (including partnerships with a law firm offering residence permit assistance).

 

Career outcomes & employability

• Graduates are prepared for roles such as software developer, data analyst, systems analyst, IT consultant, AI/ML assistant, web/mobile developer, and roles in digital transformation in industry. BSBI published career articles list typical industry pathways and the demand for digitisation skills. The final year dissertation/project is designed to evidence employability.

 

Latest updates / special requirements

• Partner award & credit rules: Because the award is made by UCA, some UCA credit/portfolio/transfer rules apply (e.g., transfer credit evidence, portfolio requirements for certain routes). Confirm credit conversion and learning outcomes if you plan to transfer in/out. 

• Intake availability can change; some documents list Feb & Oct while admission pages sometimes show May as well — always verify the current intake with BSBI admissions.

• BSBI runs special scholarship campaigns from time to time — check the scholarship page for deadlines and competition dates (e.g., portfolio competition deadlines).