Please upload all language certificates that you have acquired, even if the level is lower than required for the bonus.

Please upload your certificates and additional evidence here. All documents must be merged, stored in one file and uploaded as single PDF-document. Important: Please upload these documents in the online portal HISinOne as well.

Please also upload a curriculum vitae in tabular form. Include your evidence of vacational training or other practical work experience. All documents must be merged, stored in one file and uploaded as single PDF-document. Important: Please upload these documents in the online portal HISinOne as well.

Part 1):
Knowledge of the challenges and opportunities in the information systems discipline

Task:
Fill in the gaps in the following text. Use the input fields below each paragraph.

Paragraph 1:
The information systems discipline integrates computer science and business administration in an (1) subject and is one of the most important disciplines of the 21st century. Everyday life worldwide and our working world have been transformed by computers and especially by the internet. This is why IT specialists have the best career (2) not only in the field of computer science and information technology but also in (3). In order to meet the requirements of global coporations and customers worldwide, these specialists must possess not only specialist knowledge of information systems but also distinctive (4) skills. In view of a general shortage of computer scientists and IT specialists, the global career opportunities for business IT specialists are also very good in the (5).

Paragraph 2:
Within the information systems discipline, companies need employees who can, for example, program applications to support business (6), plan and implement large (7) IT projects, or consult executives in information process issues. In a global world, these (8) must also be able to act with linguistic and (9) confidence. The (10) of an international business information specialist is complex and differentiated.

Part 2):
Knowledge of study plan

Task:
Fill in the gaps in the following text. Use the input fields below each paragraph.

Paragraph 1:
The two-semester (1) program imparts basic knowledge in the fields of information systems. In the context of computer science, the focus is on programming & software engineering. The subjects introduction to business administration, financial accounting and intercultural management and law open the field of how business and enterprises work. In addition to former mentioned subjects, (2) and languages are studied in greater depth. Students choose a general science (3) subject (counts two credit points) according to the (4) of the faculty of liberal arts and sciences.

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From the third semester onwards, the intensification (5) begins. There you have a closer look at statistics, database systems, data (6), E-business, implementation and programming of enterprise systems. Additionally, international IT project and service management are studied and you will do a project work. The (7) semester is the internship semester where students acquire know-how in IT projects in companies. Students also take part in the practical seminar. Cost accounting, controlling and financial management, applied artificial intelligence, business modeling, production and logistics, as well as the seminar "new technologies" are the focus in the final semesters.

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The degree program is generally taught in English. As (8) students improve their German in semesters 1-4, German-language modules can be selected in higher semesters. International students learn German, German-speaking students learn a second foreign language offered by the university`s language center. During the study program, elective subjects give students the opportunity to choose modules that (9) to their inclinations and later career aspirations. The range of courses is adapted to current requirements by the faculty. During their studies, students have to take different compulsory (10) subjects according to the catalogue of the faculty of computer science. The degree program concludes with the bachelor`s thesis and the associated bachelor`s seminar.

Part 3 and 4):
Scenario-based essay (a free text in English language; 2500 characters maximum)
The assessment focus is on the content (according to part 3 of the aptitude test) and on the structure, the argumentation and fluency (according to part 4 of the aptitude test). Please note that we only accept the use of artificial intelligence chatbots to an appropriate extent.
Your own curriculum vitae and your own writing style must be clearly recognizable in your essay. It is important that you have uploaded evidence for all information provided in the letter of motivation in your application.

Task:
You have successfully completed your Bachelor’s degree. You have applied for a job at an international company in Germany and have been invited to an interview.

You are now talking to the HR manager. Tell the HR manager about …

… your studies and skills:

• Tell him/her which subjects you were particularly looking forward to studying and why, in relation to your background before starting your degree.

• Describe at least two specific learning experiences from your International Information Systems studies in Augsburg and explain what skills or qualities you developed through them that will prepare you for the future.

… the added value from your background: Explain how your experiences and background (e.g. school subjects, previous studies, jobs, family business, volunteering) are valuable and interesting for a German, international company.

… your decision to study in Germany at the Technical University of Applied Science Augsburg based on a concrete prior personal experience or an element you knew before coming.

Only for applicants with German as their native language: Please select your preferred foreign language!

We cannot guarantee that all languages can be offered from the beginning.