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Computer Science

Bachelor

Career opportunities with a degree in Computer Science

With a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, you will be able to describe, analyse and solve computer science problems using both computational and mathematical methods. You will gain the ability to programme in several different programming languages, as well as to design and implement relational databases.

In addition, you will learn to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of various algorithms, particularly with respect to time and memory efficiency.
The strong academic foundation provided by the programme ensures that you are well prepared to adapt and develop in many different directions throughout your career.

While many students are offered jobs immediately after completing their bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, it is also possible to specialise even further by continuing your studies at master’s level.

Further study

Most students choose to supplement their bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a master’s degree. A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science gives you a legal claim to admission to the following master’s programmes:

Others choose to combine their bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a different master’s programme, for example:

Please note that some master’s programmes have specific admission requirements, and there may be a limited number of spots available.

Jobs and industries

As a graduate in Computer Science, you will typically work with the development of advanced software and operating systems. The strong academic foundation you acquire during your studies equips you with the flexibility to adapt in many different directions.

Employers are keen to recruit versatile individuals with significant potential for growth. For this reason, unemployment among computer scientists is extremely rare.

You may pursue roles such as:

  • Software designer
  • Database specialist
  • Enterprise architect
  • IT security specialist
  • Game developer

Your career in Denmark

  • Most Danish students work part-time at bars, restaurants or in more study-related roles. Besides the money, a student job is a great way to build a network and make yourself more attractive in the Danish job market. This is especially true if you are an international student planning to start your career in Denmark.

    As an international student at SDU you have access to career counseling to international students and graduates, and you can attend several career-related events every semester. This is your chance to meet local companies and learn how to apply for jobs in the Danish job market.

    In SDU’s job portal, SDU Jobbank, you will find student jobs, internships, and full-time positions. It’s a great place to look for your first Danish student job.

    How much you are allowed to work during your studies depends on your age and citizenship.

    Read more about work permits and student jobs in Denmark

  • There are plenty of good reasons for working in Denmark. Renowned for a thriving job market, high standard of living, low crime rates, remarkable work-life balance, Denmark is frequently listed among the world’s happiest nations. Equality and trust are deeply ingrained in Danish society, and this is in many ways reflected in the workplace, where companies embrace a horizontal structure and open dialogue between management and employee.

    Most Danish employers encourage teamwork, cultivating a supportive environment where employees are valued at every level. Even as a student assistant you can bring your ideas forward and see them effectuated.

  • Make sure to join one of the free Danish classes during your stay in Denmark, as speaking Danish will significantly improve your chances of finding a study-related job both during your studies and after you graduate.

    There are different suppliers of Danish courses in SDU's different campus cities, you will learn more about them at the orientation days.