Hasso-Plattner-Institut
Hasso-Plattner-Institut
 

The Hasso Plattner Institute offers degree programs in “IT Systems Engineering” that are unique Germany-wide. It is a practical form of computer science study that places special emphasis on the conception and development of complex software systems. The education at Hasso Plattner Institute is tuition free.

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Research in HPI’s topic areas is carried out in Potsdam and internationally at the Hasso Plattner Institute Research School. It is distinguished by its high scientific standard, practical approach and close cooperation with industry. The primary focus of HPI’s research is on highly complex IT systems.

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Hasso Plattner Institute holds an unique position on the landscape of German universities. Research and teaching are concentrated in the area of IT systems engineering. The highly ranked Bachelor, Master and PhD degree programs have a high practical and innovation orientation. Design Thinking spans a bridge between Hasso Plattner Institute in Potsdam and Hasso Plattner Institute of Design in Stanford.

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The Hasso Plattner Institute has educational programs for both high school students and working professionals. It operates its own IT learning platform - openHPI - which provides free online courses. The Youth Academy organizes computer science camps and events for high school students. Professionals can take advantage of educational opportunities in the field of Design Thinking at the HPI Academy.

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The Hasso Plattner Institute is respected and recognized far beyond its Potsdam borders. The public relations department is happy to answer questions and provide information about HPI activities.

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  1. openHPI: open IT online courses for everybody

openHPI: the Internet learning platform of the Hasso Plattner Institute

openhpi.de, the Internet learning platform of the Hasso Plattner Institute, offers its free, open-access, online courses on information technology topics since September 2012. Enrollments from more than 160 countries have been registered at openHPI so far.

The Internet learning platform is unique worldwide with its focus on information technology and computer science and the fact that courses are taught both in English and German. In contrast to “traditional” lecture portals, courses at openhpi.de follow a fixed six-week syllabus with a defined set of educational content such as instructional videos, texts, self-tests, regular homework and exam questions. These offerings are integrated into a social platform where participants have the opportunity to interact with instructors and fellow learners, get answers to questions and discuss topics in depth.

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