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Competence program

In the Competence Program of the Department of Computer Science, you will develop skills that are in high demand at companies and will help you to make your studies a success.

You will find a list of all the courses offered by the Competence Program on this website. Participation is voluntary. The program is aimed at computer science students of all semesters.

That's why participation is worthwhile:

  • The Competence Program is a free offer in addition to your module handbook.
  • You can select the courses according to your personal interests.
  • Each semester, various events are offered that you can take advantage of throughout your studies.
  • The offerings are updated on an ongoing basis.
  • Each course ends with a certificate of attendance.
  • If you have attended at least 20 hours of courses, you will receive the "Interdisciplinary Competencies" certificate from the Department of Computer Science.

Workshop: Bachelor - and then?
In this interactive workshop, we will explore the key questions that arise not only at the end of a Bachelor's degree: What options do I have after my Bachelor's degree? Is a Master's degree the right step for me? Together, we will examine different career paths, highlight the advantages and disadvantages of the various options and offer practical tips for decision-making. Take part to gain more clarity and actively shape your future!
Date: Thursday, 13.11.2025, 2-5 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.lenztu-dortmundde

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. 12-14 (you can join at any time)
Location: Otto-Hahn-Str. 14, Room E05
Registration: LSF

Workshop: SpeakUp! Present strongly
This course is aimed at students of the Department of Computer Science who would like to improve their presentation skills.
You will learn how to structure a presentation, use your voice in a targeted manner and present yourself confidently with body language. Practical exercises allow you to try out the techniques directly and improve your presentation skills step by step.
Date: Friday, 14.11.2025, 12-17 h (incl. breaks)
Location: Otto-Hahn-Str. 14, E04
Registration: LSF

Fit - not just for your seminar paper or 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) | 06.11.2025 | 10:15 - 11:45 | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF registration
  • Writing impulse - getting into writing (Dr. Claudia Sassen, Center for Higher Education - w.space) | 04.12.2025 | 10:15 - 11:45 | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF-Registration
  • Literature research for computer science (Dr. Lukas Lerche, University Library, academic support for the subject of computer science) | 15.01.2026 | 14:15 - 15:45 | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF-Registration
  • Zotero and LaTeX (Team University Library) | 17.02.2026 | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF-Registration
  • Procrastination. Understanding and changing procrastination behavior (Dipl.-Psych. Ellen Wiese, Psychological Counseling Service) | 04.03.2026 | 14:15 - 15:45 | Otto-Hahn-Str. 14 | LSF-Registration

Always Organized!
In this online lecture, you will learn about time management tools and easy strategies that you can use to organize yourself efficiently during your studies.
Date: Friday, 07.11.25, 14-15
Location: Zoom (dial-in link will be sent by e-mail after LSF registration)
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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