The Hasso Plattner Institute offers a practically-oriented computer science study program at an internationally recognized institute. This study includes the Germany-wide unique IT-Systems Engineering program and the five master programs Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, Digital Health, IT-Systems Engineering and Software Systems Engineering.

Research at the Hasso Plattner Institute is characterized by standards of scientific excellence, practical relevance and close cooperation with industry and society. Outstanding research results are achieved in the fields of specialization, in excellent research programs and at the international Research School.

The Hasso Plattner Institute in Potsdam is unique on the German academic landscape. The institute's program continues to grow with the support of its founder Hasso Plattner and through international cooperation. Find out more about the founder, events and studies at HPI.

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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Open Campus

In addition to its university degree programs, Hasso Plattner Institute (HPI) offers educational training for high school students as well as for those in the workforce. Whether via seminar, camp or free online course, users benefit in each case from HPI’s academic experience in IT Systems Engineering and Design Thinking.

openHPI

Since 2012, Hasso Plattner Institute has operated its own interactive Internet learning platform. At openHPI.de, free, open- access online courses are offered by the Potsdam institute to everyone. There are no prerequisites. The special feature of this platform is its contextual focus on information technology and computer science. Participants are able to take a closer look at current topics in the world of IT, with courses offered in German and English.

HPI Academy

In addition, via the HPI Academy HPI offers working professionals the possibility to continuously qualify themselves and keep abreast of the current trends and developments in their sector. A high-profile provider in the field of innovation and HPI-spinoff, the HPI Academy offers professionals training in Design Thinking. Together with the HPI School of Design Thinking, HPI Academy has shaped the development and dissemination of Design Thinking in Europe. It can look back on a large number of successful projects in the application of this working method.

HPI Connect

HPI Connect is the career platform of the Hasso Plattner Institute for students, graduates and companies. IT informs students and alumni about career opportunities, job offers and event announcements and allows companies to present themselves through the platform and get in direct contact with HPI students and graduates.

HPI Youth Academy

The HPI also seeks to interest those even younger in the field of computer science and its study program that combines creativity with technology. The Youth Academy was founded to fulfill this aim. Its events showcase the diverse applications of computer science and its creative design possibilities provide inspiration for boys and girls about this fascinating field. High school students are introduced to technical issues in a fun way and at events can get information about majoring in “IT Systems Engineering” or studying computer science in general.

HPI Initiatives

The HPI Initiatives pursues numerous projects around the topics IT security, Tele-medicine, BlogIntelligence and designs visions for the digitization of the education system in Germany.

openHPI

At openHPI.de, free, open- access online courses are offered by the Potsdam institute to everyone.

openHPI Website

Youth Academy

The Youth Academy at Hasso Plattner Institute offers a wide range of exciting events for high school students who are interested in pursuing a degree in a field that is creative and technical.