The Bachelor's Programme “Wirtschaftsinformatik” (hereafter: Business Informatics) combines informatics and business. It provides knowledge on the application of information technology in companies and the design of business processes. You will learn how to develop IT solutions that meet the needs of businesses. The programme includes both theoretical and practical courses. In the first semesters, the focus is on mathematical fundamentals and programming. In later semesters, you will deepen your knowledge in subjects such as Software Engineering Projects, Data Analysis, Distributed Systems, or Investment and Finance, building perfectly on the foundations.

The programme covers the following areas:

  • Business Informatics (database systems, web application development, information system management, modelling, as well as law and security)
  • Business Studies (fundamentals of business administration, basics of economics, and management sciences)
  • Information Technology (algorithms and data structures, computational thinking, introduction to programming, systems engineering, software engineering, and project management)
  • Foundational Sciences (mathematics and theoretical computer science, statistics, and probability theory)

Degree programme codeUE 033 526 - Bachelor's Programme Business Informatics
Related fields of study UE 033 521 - Bachelor's Programme Informatics
UE 033 535 - Bachelor's Programme Computer Engineering
Duration of the degree programme6 semesters
Credits180 ECTS
Language of instruction German
DegreeBachelor of Science (BSc)
Recommended semester plan Business Informatics
Key Facts and Related Fields of Study 

Selection Procedure

At TU Wien, we want everyone interested in computer science to have the opportunity to study with us, regardless of their educational background. For this reason, the selection procedure does not assess programming skills and does not require any prior experience with computers. Instead, it evaluates your ability to solve problems, think logically, and comprehend texts. The selection procedure takes place only once a year, regardless of whether you plan to start in the winter or summer semester. If you pass the selection procedure, you can complete your admission until the end of the general admission deadline for the winter or summer semester. You must provide the required documents and meet all other admission requirements. Admission is done by the Admission Office. 

Further Information

To be successful in this programme, there are no special requirements beyond the general requirements for a degree. Thus, you do not need to have prior experience in programming or with specific tools. However, in order to begin studying Business Informatics, you will need to pass a selection procedure with a ranking test that is explained in detail (process, test examples, material, etc.). To help you get started with the programme, we also offer a number of events before the official start of the programmes in the winter semester.

Whether you are interested in science, business, or industry, graduates in Business Informatics are in high demand. The IT sector offers numerous career opportunities, and you can contribute to creating a better world for everyone. Graduates can work in specialised areas of Business Informatics, as IT consultants, project managers, or product owners, but companies also highly value them in software development, management, investment banking, or data science.

With a Bachelor's degree in Business Informatics, you are prepared for an international career in the IT world. And the best part? The IT sector often offers attractive salaries, and with a good work-life balance, you can also enjoy your free time.

At TU Wien, after completing a Bachelor's degree in Business Informatics, you can enrol in one of the following English-taught Master’s programmes to specialise further:

Admission to the following English-taught degree programmes is also possible, but supplementary exams may be required:

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