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Competence program

In the Competence Program of the Department of Computer Science, you will develop skills that are highly sought after by companies and help you to make your studies more targeted.

That's why it's worth taking part in the Competence Program:

  • Free offers in addition to the module handbook
  • Can be used throughout your studies - according to your personal interests and needs
  • Each course with proof of participation
  • All offers directly on this website
  • From 20 hours of participation in the program → "Interdisciplinary Competencies" certificate from the Department of Computer Science
  • Offers every semester → hours for the certificate can be collected flexibly over several semesters

Workshop: Bachelor – What’s Next?
What comes after your bachelor’s degree? Whether you’re considering a master’s program or other paths – in this workshop, you’ll learn about the options available to you and how to make the right decision for your future.
Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026, 2–4 p.m.
Location: Otto-Hahn-Str. 14, Room E 04
Registration: LSF

Individual coaching: Career planning
In individual coaching, you can clarify or further develop your career ideas and aspirations. For example, you can check which career goals fit well with your strengths or which experiences from your studies and/or part-time job will help you with your career planning.
Dates: by arrangement
Location: Zoom
Registration: sandra.lenz@tu-dortmund.de

Workshop series: Leading and moderating groups
You will learn how to effectively lead and moderate groups at work or at university. The event offers you a varied mix of exchange and input. You decide which topics and questions are covered in the event.
Dates: Thursdays, 06.11., 20.11. and 04.12.2025, 12-14 (you can join at any time)
Location: Otto-Hahn-Str. 14, Room E05
Registration: LSF

Well prepared for job interviews, short presentations & more.
How to make a convincing impression – without acting? How to get the message across clearly? How to reduce stage fright?
In this workshop series, participants learn hands-on how to leave a strong impression through clear communication and authentic presence.
Registration: via the LSF links below – registration for multiple dates is possible.

Topics and Dates:

  • Stay Calm – Manage Stage Fright and Stress
    Thursday, 26 February 2026 | 2-4 p.m. | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF Registration
  • Communicate Clearly – Present Complex Content in an Understandable Way
    Tuesday, 3 March 2026 | 2-4 p.m. | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF Registration
  • Confident Performance – Use Body Language and Voice Effectively
    Thursday, 12 March 2026 | 12-2 p.m. | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF Registration

Fit - not only for the seminar paper/thesis!
In this series of events, you will receive practical tips and tools that make writing easier - compact, practical and directly applicable.
Registration: via the LSF links below - also possible for several dates

Topics and dates:

  • Dynamic and interactive presentations in the web browser (Sebastian Hauer M.Sc., Chair of Computer Graphics, Department of Computer Science) | November 06, 2025 | 10:15 - 11:45 | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF-Registration
  • Writing impulse - getting into writing (Dr. Claudia Sassen, Center for Higher Education - w.space) | December 04, 2025 | 10:15 - 11:45 | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF-Registration
  • Literature research for computer science (Dr. Lukas Lerche, University Library, academic supervision of the subject computer science) | January 15, 2026 | 14:15 - 15:45 | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF-Registration
  • Zotero and LaTeX (University Library team) | February 17, 2026 | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF registration
  • Procrastination. Understanding and changing procrastination behavior (Dipl.-Psych. Ellen Wiese, Psychological Student Counselling) | 04 March 2026 | 14:15 - 15:45 | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF-Registration

Learn effectively, plan wisely - skillset for sustainable success
In this workshop, you will strengthen skills that are particularly in demand in your job - from time management and strategic learning to efficient self-organization. At the same time, you will benefit in your studies: you will learn how to prepare for your exams in a more targeted way and how to organize your everyday study life with confidence.
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 14:15-16:00
Location: Otto-Hahn-Str. 14, Room E 04
Registration: LSF

Further interesting offers at TU Dortmund University can be found in our Moodle course (self-enrollment).

The competence program is offered by the Computer Science study team.

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