Computer Science (AP)
Computer Science includes subjects such as general business knowledge, system development and internet technology. In the final project you will develop an IT system for a company.
The programme gives you knowledge about e.g. system design and usability, data structures and computer architectures.
Name: Computer Science (Advanced Computer Studies)
Type: Academy Profession Programme
Duration: 2 years and 3 months
European transfer credits: 135 ECTS
Language: English
In the Computer Science programme you learn to develop software, that is, the contents that make up various IT programmes.
You will gain knowledge about existing standard systems and how to develop new ones from, for example, a given enterprise's special needs. You learn as well, how to programme and work with others in a team.
The programme takes 2 years and 3 months to complete and consists of the following subjects:
- General Business Knowledge in an IT Perspective: Project Management and Organisation, Business Economics, E-business and IT Strategies.
- Systems Development: Systems analysis, Systems design, Usability, Methodology and Development Strategies.
- Programming: Algorithms and Data Structures, Problem-solving, Object-oriented Design Patterns and Architectures, Programming languages, and Databases.
- Internet Technology: Operating systems, Concurrency control, Security and Safety, Computer Architectures, Networks and Network Architecture.
You finish the programme with a major final project, in which you develop a specific IT-solution for an existing company.
Teaching varies between lectures and classroom instruction. In addition, there is often project work with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Computer Science is an Academy Profession (AP) Programme rated at 135 ECTS. The qualification is called an AP Degree - an Academy Profession Degree.
Educational Institutions
You can study Computer Science at Business Academy Copenhagen North, Centre for Vocational Education Lolland Falster, Roskilde Business College and Business Academy Southwest.
Entry Requirements
General admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates:
- The Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate
In addition, there can be prerequisites for English and mathematics proficiencies at predefined levels.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February. Applications are sent to the institution. For more information on application deadlines, contact the institution.
Exchange students should contact their own educational institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
All students are required to pay a tuition fee, except those coming from a Nordic and EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
Tuition is free for students in an exchange programme.
Contact the educational institution for specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
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