About CODE University of Applied Sciences

About CODE University of Applied Sciences

CODE University of Applied Sciences is a private, state-recognised university located in Berlin, Germany, focusing on digital product development. Founded in 2017 by Thomas Bachem, Manuel Dolderer, and Jonathan Rüth, along with 24 internet entrepreneurs and startup investors, CODE offers a practice-oriented education tailored to the digital economy. The university provides three English-language Bachelor's degree programs: Software Engineering (B.Sc.), Digital Design & Innovation (B.A.), and Business Management & Entrepreneurship (B.A.), all accredited by the German state and aligned with the European Bologna process. CODE's innovative learning approach emphasizes competency-based, self-directed, and problem-based learning, incorporating methods like Mastery Learning, Flipped Classroom, and Peer Learning. Students work on interdisciplinary projects from the start, collaborating in teams of software developers, designers, and product managers. The curriculum includes a Science, Technology & Society Program to encourage reflection on the broader impact of their work. The admission process prioritizes motivation and potential over traditional metrics like grades or test scores, involving a written online application and an Assessment Day. Supported by prominent tech industry figures such as Rolf Schrömgens (Trivago) and Ijad Madisch (ResearchGate), CODE fosters a diverse and innovative learning environment in Berlin.