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  2 April 2026 08:32

  Malaysian Ambassador Visits German UDS Headquarters

  On 31st of March 2026, German UDS welcomed His Excellency Mohamad Razdan Jamil, Ambassador of Malaysia to Germany, to its headquarters for a high-level exchange on the future of digital education, lifelong learning, and opportunities for strategic cooperation between Malaysia and Germany.

• Empowering Skills for the Digital Age: German UDS at TRANSFORM Berlin

  31 March 2026 09:29

  The German University for Digital Science (German UDS) was proud to join the TRANSFORM event, which took place in Berlin from 18-19 March 2026, as a sponsor. TRANSFORM is the leading B2B event by Bitkom, Germany’s digital association.

  

• The Invisible Battlefield Shaping Modern Conflict

  30 March 2026 00:00

  Cyber warfare is increasingly redefining how modern conflicts begin and unfold. Unlike traditional warfare, which is marked by visible military action, cyber-attacks often occur without immediate detection. Disruptions to power grids, communication systems, or financial networks can take place long before any physical escalation becomes visible.

  

• German UDS and iSQI Announce Partnership for Software Testing Micro-Credential

  24 March 2026 11:53

  The German University of Digital Science (German UDS) and iSQI GmbH have entered into a partnership to offer a new micro-credential in Software Testing that combines academic learning with an internationally recognized industry certification. Learners can complete an e-learning program aligned with the ISTQB syllabus and take the official ISTQB® CTFL certification exam.

  

• How to Fix the Digital Gender Imbalance?

  26 February 2026 00:00

  There is a significant gender gap in the field of digital science. But why does this gender imbalance persist? And how can we support and empower women to pursue a career in digital science? Shedding light on these questions is Prof. Dr. Maren Borkert, professor at the German UDS.

  

• Building the Blueprint for a Digital Europe

  20 February 2026 00:00

  It’s official: German University of Digital Science (German UDS) has joined the European Pact for Skills.
  The "digital transition" is moving faster than ever, and no single organization can bridge the skills gap alone. By joining this ecosystem of over 2,500 members including industry giants like Bosch and SAP, German UDS is stepping up to help future-proof the European workforce.
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• Shaping Digital Innovation Around the World

  10 February 2026 00:00

  To master the digital future, organizations need well-trained experts with tech and innovation competence. But how can they be educated?
  On February 4th, 2026, the German University of Digital Science (German UDS) co-hosted the conference Innovation & Digitalization, aimed at professionals in the Arab world and beyond. Roughly 500 people attended, over 40% of whom are in leadership or execu

  

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Most companies don't have an AI problem. They have an organization problem. Recently, at the Trusted AI Summit, our Co-Founder & -President, Prof. Dr. Christoph Meinel made this clear: AI isn’t coming. It’s already here. But most organizations still struggle to create a real impact. Why? Because AI is often pushed into IT. But value isn’t created there. It’s created where: Data is understood, processes are owned, and decisions are made. That’s where AI needs to live. At the German University of Digital Science, we focus exactly on closing this gap. Not just teaching AI as a tool, but building the capability to apply it in real-world contexts. 🙏 Thanks to MORESOPHY for hosting a conversation that moves beyond the hype. . #GermanUDS #AISummit #DigitalUniversity #OnlineLearning #AIEducation

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Digital education isn’t in crisis. It’s just badly designed. That was the opening shot from our Co-Founder & President, Prof. Dr. Mike Friedrichsen, on stage at Bildungskonferenz. He backed it with a number that should make every leader uncomfortable: Knowledge half-life in most industries → under 3 years. Average academic programme → 4–5 years. We’re training people for jobs that don’t exist yet — with methods from an era that doesn’t exist anymore. Mike’s diagnosis: three fracture lines breaking the system. ↳ The time break — companies need skills in weeks. Not semesters. ↳ The format break — 90-minute frontal lectures aren’t learning. They’re theatre. ↳ The relevance break — curricula updated every 5 years in a world moving in months. The fix isn’t more tools. It’s a new architecture. One built on Micro-Degrees — short, stackable modules you earn when you need them, and combine over time into a full Master’s. No wasted learning. No degree that expires the moment you graduate. That’s the ecosystem we built at German UDS. Modular, AI-personalised, and designed for real working life — not academic calendars. Because the best university of the future is the one that never stops! . #GermanUDS #Bildungskonferenz26 #Bitkom #InternationalConference #OnlineLearning

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Software testing is no longer optional. It’s foundational. And that is why, we are launching a new Micro-Credential in Software Testing at the German University of Digital Science in partnership with @isqigroup This self-paced academic program (3 ECTS) provides a structured introduction to Software Testing, quality assurance, and modern test thinking - designed for career switchers, junior IT professionals, and anyone seeking a solid entry point into the field. What makes this program different? It combines university-level learning with the globally recognized ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) exam. Applications are now open. 👉 Register now! Link in bio. . #GermanUDS #iSQI #SoftwareTesting #MicroCredential #OnlineLearning

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🎯 Welcome to our new series “Inside German UDS”, where we bring together interesting stories from our professors and staff at the German University of Digital Science. Not all professors talk about textbooks, in today’s Inside German UDS - Prof. Dr. Thomas Staubitz talks about his background, interests, tips and hobbies. . #germanuds #digitaluniversity #onlinelearning #digitalinnovation #germandegree

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📢 Due to high interest, we’ve extended the deadline! We received strong demand from researchers and professionals who needed a bit more time to submit their work.   New deadline: 19 April 2026   If you’re working on research around AI, digital technologies, and the future of education, this is your chance to be part of the conversation. At this stage, we only require a short abstract (approx. 300 words) outlining your idea.   Selected contributions will be included in peer-reviewed conference proceedings with planned publication in Springer CCIS or similar.   ⚠️ This is the final extension.   Submit your proposal now. More info in bio. . #GermanUDS #CallForPapers #InternationalConference #ResearchPaper #Researchers

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🚀 Four days ago, our new cohort of students joined us. Today, they’re part of a global learning community. The final days of our Welcome Week brought everyone together. On Day 3, students moved from listening → to action: • A live Design Thinking sprint solving real challenges in online learning • Breakout sessions filled with collaboration, ideas, and energy • Open conversations with senior students sharing real experiences Then came Day 4, the moment it all became real: • Direct exchanges with our research centers and student services • A recognition ceremony marking the official start of their journey • A final reflection on what this experience meant - and what comes next 👉 Swipe to take a look inside Days 3 & 4 . #GermanUDS #WelcomeWeek #DigitalUniversity #OnlineLearning #GermanDegree

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Curious about Digital Finance? Take our 2-week free Open Course, taught by Prof. Dr. Marco Bade, Professor of Digital Entrepreneurship & Finance at the German University of Digital Science. You'll learn how to: • Evaluate digital investments more confidently • Understand how fintech is changing financial decisions • Navigate uncertainty in modern markets No technical background needed - just an interest in how finance is evolving. → Starts April 15 → Free & open to everyone 👉 Enrol for free. Link in bio. . #GermanUDS #OpenCourse #OnlineCourse #FreeCourses #FinanceEducation

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🚀 Day 2 of the #WelcomeWeek - where things start to feel real. After the first introductions, today was all about understanding how the journey ahead will actually look, turning curiosity into clarity. From exploring study paths to experiencing our virtual campus, students got a clearer picture of what learning at #GermanUDS means: • A welcome and exchange with our Co-Founder & -President, Prof. Dr. Mike Friedrichsen • Deeper conversations with faculty across disciplines • Practical guidance on study planning and module selection • First experiences inside our Campus of Virtual Education   👉 Swipe to see how Day 2 unfolded.

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📢 Call for Papers: What does education need to become next? At our 4th International Conference on Digital Science in Education - we’re inviting researchers, scholars, and professionals to contribute to this conversation. If your work features cutting-edge research, theoretical perspectives, or practical applications in digital education, we want to hear from you. Selected contributions will be part of peer-reviewed conference proceedings with planned publication in Springer CCIS or similar. → Abstract submission deadline: 13 April 2026 👉 Link in bio for more info. . #GermanUDS #CallForPapers #Academia #Researchers #InternationalConference

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Today we are welcoming the student cohort for the second year at the German University of Digital Science! As Germany's first 100% digital university, we don't have a physical campus but yet our welcome week focuses on conversing with and building connections between our students, faculty and staff. Day 1 of 4 of our April 2026 intake started strong: • A live welcome from our President - Prof. Dr. Christoph Meinel • Direct interaction with faculty across disciplines • First steps inside our digital learning environment And most importantly, a global group of students meeting each other for the first time. Different countries. One classroom. We’re excited to welcome such a diverse group of students from around the world into our community. 👉 Swipe to see how Day 1 unfolded. . #GermanUDS #AprilIntake #DigitalUniversity #FutureOfLearning #GermanDegree

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"We need to be forward-thinking and adapt to new challenges, especially in digitalisation." That's the Malaysian Ambassador to Germany, His Excellency Mohamad Razdan Jamil, after his visit to the German UDS headquarters on March 31st. #Malaysia has a clear ambition: become a digital hub for Southeast Asia. The conversation at our headquarters was about what that actually takes - building public trust in digital systems, closing the talent gap, and turning existing digital roadmaps into real implementation. Our Co-Founder & -President, Prof. Dr. Mike Friedrichsen walked the #Ambassador through German UDS's University-as-a-Service model - modular, flexible, built for lifelong learning across all age groups. Not just students. Everyone. The core of what came out of the conversation: #DigitalTransformation isn't an IT problem, it's a mindset problem. And lifelong learning isn't optional anymore - it's infrastructure. The Ambassador put it simply: Malaysia and Germany building linkages to better understand each other is where real progress starts. German UDS is ready to be part of that. 👉 Tap the link in bio to read the full account of the visit. . #GermanUDS #DigitalUniversity

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📢 Join our 4th Conference on Education in Digital Science! Most education systems are not built for the world we are entering. They are still teaching for stability. The world is moving toward constant change. #AI is rewriting how we learn, how we work, and what skills actually matter. But education is still catching up. That gap is exactly what our upcoming #Conference is about. At our 4th International Conference on Digital Science in Education, we are focusing on one question: What does the future of #Education demand next? This is where researchers, educators, and decision-makers come together to challenge assumptions, not just discuss trends. 👉 To learn more, scan the QR code or visit the link in bio. . #GermanUDS #InternationalConference

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