Applied Informatics Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences

All courses are taught in English.

Applied Informatics will give you a deep understanding of computer sciences principles. You will be introduced to the key areas of informatics, such as software engineering and data science.

In your first year, you study the fundamentals of informatics and mathematics and further the basic foundations in physics and chemistry needed in the life sciences. At the end of your first year, you will choose a life science profile and specialise in a particular area, such as food or brewing technology, sustainable engineering or molecular biology.

You will learn how to analyse and optimise life science processes with the help of software. This can involve technical processes such as the production of antibiotics or the brewing of tasty beer. Or you can analyse natural processes in the field of bioinformatics.

You will learn about problem-solving, programming design and implementation. You will learn how to develop software, to work together in interdisciplinary teams and to apply your knowledge in different application areas.

Applied Informatics includes a lot of practical courses and lectures, with a good balance between them. We focus on the application areas in the life sciences and value practice-oriented teaching.

Applied Informatics is suitable for everybody who wants to explore the fascinating digital world, explore the high potential of informatics applied in the various areas of life sciences. Study with us and be challenged and supported to achieve great things in a quickly-changing environment.

Applications can be submitted from the end of April to 15 July each year for enrolment in the following winter semester (1 October).

The degree programme lasts seven semesters. You can start once a year in the winter semester beginning in October. 

On the programme website, you find the overview of all modules in each semester.

The programme offers you a comprehensive combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application through modern teaching approaches.

In the fifth semester, our students do an internship (practical semester) in industry or in a research project / institution.

No tuition fees

The degree programme is free of tuition, but all students are required to pay moderate semester fees. At the time of publication, these amounted to 85 EUR/semester.

When applying for a visa or residence permit, students must prove that they can afford to study and live in Germany. As of 2025, that is deemed proven if they have at least 992 EUR per month available.

Even for students who do not need a visa, we consider this amount appropriate to cover the cost of living in Freising.

General admission requirements to a German university of applied sciences
Information is available on our application website.

To apply, you will need to provide evidence of English language skills at a minimum level of B2 and German language skills at a minimum level of A1 as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Furthermore, you will need to achieve or provide evidence of German language skills at a minimum level of A2 by the end of the course.

Applications can be submitted from the end of April to 15 July each year for enrolment in the following winter semester (1 October).

During the course of their studies, international students can apply for support through the following scholarships awarded by our university:

• Germany Scholarship
• Internationalisation of Universities programme of the Bavarian State Ministry of Science and the Arts
• Oskar Karl Forster Scholarship fund for one-off grants for books and learning resources
• Our university may also award scholarships from DAAD’s STIBET programme to provide targeted support to particularly engaged foreign students.

The availability of all scholarships is limited.

International students from the EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland may hold part-time jobs of up to 20 hours per week during the lecture period. Students from other countries are permitted to work outside of the university for a maximum of 140 full days (working days on which more than four hours are worked) or 280 half days per year during their stay in Germany. Alternatively, employment of up to 20 hours per week is also permitted. Student jobs at the university, in university-oriented institutions, or in scientific institutions do not need to adhere to these restrictions.

Students can search for jobs on the university's online job platform.

Students can apply for housing in one of the student halls of residence of the Studierendenwerk München Oberbayern (student union) in Freising. Applications must be submitted online and are accepted from mid-May each year. Early application is highly recommended.

The Career Service supports students during their studies and during the transition from university to employment in all aspects of seeking and applying for employment and in acquiring key skills. The free services of the Career Service are open to all students in all semesters. Students benefit from workshops, lectures and e-learning opportunities, career coaching, advice, and application checks.

For international students, the Career Service offers a wide range of services, with a special focus on facilitating successful career entry in Germany.

International students receive support from the Welcome Centre of the International Office of Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences (HSWT).