International Track in Computer Science
The International Track allows you to study in English, the language of the computer science industry. Subjects include Programming, Computer Graphics and more. A minimum English level of B2 (preferably C1) on the CEFR is required.
The International Track in Computer Science covers a range of courses to an extent of 110 credits, in all semesters at Basic, Intermediate and Advanced levels.
It is not possible to do the complete bachelor program in English. The International Track is intended for incoming students who spend one or two exchange semesters at the FHNW School of Engineering but receive their bachelor degree from their home university.
It also gives our local students the opportunity to study through English and thus improve their communication skills.
Semester | Level | ECTS | Module |
fall | basic | 3 | |
fall | basic | 3 | |
fall | basic | 3 | |
fall | basic | 3 | |
fall | basic | 3 | |
fall | basic | 6 | |
fall | basic | 3 | |
fall | basic | 3 | Global Communication and Cooperation |
fall | basic | 3 | |
fall | int | 3 | |
fall | int | 3 | |
fall | int | 3 | |
fall | int | 3 | |
fall | int | 3 | |
fall | int | 3 | |
fall | int | 3 | |
fall | int | 3 | |
fall | adv | 3 | |
fall | adv | 6 | |
fall | adv | 12 | |
fall | adv | 3 | |
spring | basic | 6 | |
spring | basic | 3 | |
spring | int | 3 | |
spring | int | 3 | |
spring | int | 3 | |
spring | int | 3 | |
spring | int | 3 | |
spring | int | 3 | |
spring | int | 3 | |
spring | adv | 3 | |
spring | adv | 3 | |
spring | adv | 3 | |
spring | adv | 6 | |
spring | adv | 12 |
60 credits from English-taught modules entitle you to an additional diploma (dt. Zusatzzertifikat). Furthermore, an international exchange semester will be fully credited to the international track, given an agreement with the head of the Computer Science degree program.
Thanks to the unique Project Track at the FHNW, international students have the opportunity to engage in semester-long project work with customer mandates from local Swiss industry and international companies. This programme will prepare you to successfully launch your IT career in an international setting.
Language excellence and intercultural competence play a key role in today's hyper-competitive world. Studying together with international exchange students, you face the challenges and opportunities which this situation can create.
It enables you to:
- develop greater awareness of intercultural issues
- learn to function effectively in multicultural contexts
- significantly improve your English communication skills