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.

Our researchers at HPI benefit from an inspiring scientific environment as well as a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. In this environment, they obtain insights and findings that achieve societal impact. Our scientific work is structured within research clusters. In addition, we work together with scientific institutions, companies, and public institutions in numerous research programs worldwide.

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.

The press area of the Hasso Plattner Institute provides you with the latest press material, news, information on our social media channels and contact details.

Advisory Service for Prospective Students

What awaits me in the bachelor's degree program? How does the aptitude test work? Which master's program is right for me? If you are looking for support and answers to these questions, the advisory service for prospective students is the right place to get assistance. Information days, one-on-one consultation and HPI student mentors help students decide which bachelor's, baster's, and PhD degree programs are right for them.

Advisory Service and Information for Prospective Bachelor's and Master's Students

Our student advisor Professor Giese answers general questions about studying at HPI and the degree programs. The study program advisors deal with subject-specific questions about the contents of the individual degree programs.

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Information for international students

Applicants and students from abroad as well as HPI students interested in studying abroad can find important information at the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS).

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Living in Potsdam

Make sure you inform yourself in good time about accommodation options in Potsdam. Below you will find - without any claim to completeness - information on accommodation providers in Potsdam and the surrounding area.

Housing possibilities run by the Studentenwerk in Potsdam und Berlin

Private student accommodation/dormitories (examples)

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Advisory Service for those Interested in Doctoral Studies

Together with the University of Potsdam, HPI offers those interested in research an attractive location for their PhD. We offer two options for doctoral studies: as a scholarship holder in the HPI Research Schools or as a PhD student in one of the HPI departments. For professional counselling, please contact the head of research group of your subject area.

Further information on doctoral studies at HPI

Advisory Service on the Academic Design Thinking Program

If you would like to find out more about the user-centered innovation method Design Thinking, have questions about the additional study program or the application procedure of the HPI School of Design Thinking, you will find many answers in the FAQ of the D School. Support is also available from program coordinator Janet Klonower.

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HPI Student Council

Who can tell us more about studying at HPI than students? For this reason, Ronja Krüger and Gerome Quantmeyer from the Student Council are available to answer questions about HPI studies and campus life. E-Mail: fachschaftsrat(at)hpi.de

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Study Advisory Service

Questions regarding the academic programs

Prof. Dr. Holger Giese
Consultations: Currently by appointment
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Questions regarding the application process

Johanna Schulz
Tel.: +49 (0)331 5509-4808
bachelor-info(at)hpi.de
master-info(at)hpi.de
Alexandra Hemmert
Tel.: +49-(0)331 5509-3470
bachelor-info(at)hpi.de
master-info(at)hpi.de

Newsletter for prospective students

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