CODE University of Applied Sciences is a private university based in Berlin, Germany. Thomas Bachen, a self taught designer and software engineer is the founder and Chancellor of the university. The university is a relatively new one yet highly renowned and ranked institute in the country that was founded in 2017. Its mission is to help students in the field of computer science and help them become successful in their fields. It offers bachelor's degree programs and short programs in Software Engineering, Product Management, and Interaction Design.
The University is recognized by the state for offering applied science programs in Germany. The total student population of the University has 365 students that come from 65 countries. The institution has a very unique approach to the admission process and conducting classes. Admissions at CODE University of Applied Science follow a holistic approach and decisions are taken not on the basis of grades and standardized test scores but by testing the thought process, analytical and creative skills of the students. Classroom learning is fully conducted with the help of the latest online technology that minimizes the work of the faculty.
The University is transparent in its financial matters. It does not charge any additional charges like application fee, student fee or examination fee, besides tuition fee. Though there are no scholarships awarded by the University, they have a unique and flexible payment option for all students. It helps students to either pay an equal installment of the fee every month or start paying only after the program is over and the students start earning which makes it a coveted choice for studying in Germany.
Highlights
University Type | Private |
Campus Setting | Urban |
Location | Berlin |
Establishment Year | 2017 |
Mode of Program | Full-time |
No. of Campuses | 1 |
No. of Residence Halls | No |
Cost of Attendance | 32,768 EUR |
Scholarships | Not available |
Intake | Yearly |
Campus and Accommodation
- The campus of CODE University of Applied Sciences is located in Factory Görlitzer Park and is roughly about the size of three football fields.
- The University occupies five floors, has a library, terrace and meeting rooms for private meetings.
- The campus also houses a ball pit for students to relax and have fun.
- It also has a café. Students can also meet up at community kitchens.
Housing Facilities/ Residence
- The CODE University of Applied Sciences does not offer any on campus accommodation facility.
- It has a tie up with studierendenWERK Berlin which offers housing to students.
- For seeking accommodation through this, students are required to show proof of their admission acceptance to the university and proof of their semester fee payments.
- Depending on the residence one chooses to reside in, apartments are shared among three or less individuals.
- Amenities differ from residence to residence. Some of these include: barbecue area, table tennis, sauna, attached bathrooms, kitchens and washing machine room.
- Costs of living vary depending on the number of people residing in one apartment. It ranges between 180 to 705 EUR every month.
Courses
- Currently, the university offers three bachelor’s degree programs and a short program.
- These programs are 6 semesters long and include B. Sc software engineering, B.A. Product Management and B.A. Interaction Design.
- The short program offered by the institute is the science, technology and society program. It focuses on skills like self organization, logic as well as writing and presentation.
- The university believes in a project based learning and flipped classroom approach than traditional methods of teaching when it comes to these programs.
- The success of a student in a field is measured by the competence skills and ideas and not grades or attendance.
- The programs are also further divided into modules that cover a plethora of fields that fall under the program selected by the student.
CODE University of Applied Sciences Application Process
How to apply?
The university follows new methods of admission acceptance which might differ from traditional means of application. It does not necessarily base admission only on one’s GPA or overall grade, but more on the thought process of the student and logical skills.
Application Portal: Apply online at the official website
Application Fee: Not required
Application Deadline: Winter semester - Mid-July (Admission process will be closed when the maximum capacity is filled)
Basic Admission Requirements
- Duly filled application form.
- Higher education qualifications. (International students can convert their grades to meet German Standards).
- Valid Passport
- Admission Letter
- Health Insurance Coverage
- Proof of Finances for German Student Visa Application (International Students)
- Personal Interview
- English proficiency test scores not required.
- Present a project after application has been submitted
CODE University of Applied Sciences Cost of Attendance
The university offers two main plans for paying off tuition fees: income-based delayed tuition model or monthly payment tuition model. Tabulated below is an average cost of living in Germany when enrolled at the institute.
Particulars | Average Cost In Euros |
---|---|
Tuition Fee | 32,768 |
Food | 168 |
Study Materials | 20 |
Transport | 94 |
Health Insurance | 80 |
Telephone/internet/radio & TV license | 31 |
Scholarships/ Financial Aid
- The CODE University of Applied Sciences does not offer any scholarships in Germany for international students
- Students looking for financial aid can exercise the flexible fee payment programs available for domestic as well as international students.
- Under this there are 2 models: Income-Based Delayed Tuition Model or the Monthly Payment Tuition Model.
- The Income Based Delayed Tuition enables students to pay for their program after completing their studies once they start earning money. This system operates as follows:
- After graduation, students will pay 13.5% of their annual, pre-tax income for the first eight years, only if the income is more than 27,000 EUR.
- Within 8 years if students are unable to earn more than 27,000 EUR for any reason, their tuition fee payment will be waived.
- The Monthly Payment Tuition Model allows students to make monthly payments of fee as they study. This model works as follows:
- Students will make a monthly payment of 910.22 EUR for 36 months which will take the total to 32768 EUR.
Alumni
Alumni of the CODE University of Applied Sciences are:
- Constantin Schreiber
- Fabian Kamberi
- Justin Heimberg
- Malik Piara – Co founder of Upframe
Placements
The University has some of the best German tech companies involved in designing its programs. It assures students that at least one of these companies would offer jobs to graduates in Germany. It also encourages students to build their own start ups.
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CODE University of Applied Sciences Scholarships
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Goa Education Trust Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 1.7 L/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per student₹ 3.4 L/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 85,660/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Gyandhan Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 1 L/Yr$1,222 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based |
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CODE University of Applied Sciences Admissions
winter Deadlines
Important Date: July15 (Application deadline)
Attendance Cost
The table shows average yearly cost of attendance for international students. Amount may vary with the course opted, nature of accommodation, and personal spending habits of a candidate.Check Program wise Fees
CODE University of Applied Sciences Campus Location
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Comments
CODE University of Applied Sciences offers a Bachelor of Arts in Interaction Design. But the university does not offer any bachelor’s program with specialization in Interior Designing. International students seeking admission must fulfll these requirements.