
Germany's FirstFully Digital University
The first fully digital and AI-affine university in Germany - revolutionizing education and advancing research in digital science.

The First Fully Digital and AI-Affine University in Germany
The German University of Digital Science (German UDS) is the first fully digital and AI-affine university in Germany. It was founded dedicated to revolutionizing education and advancing research in digital science, bridging the gap between today's technological landscape and the future skills necessary for tomorrow's workforce.
20+
Professors
2025
In Operation Since
100%
Fully Online
20+
Student Nationalities
Recognized by the state since early 2025
State Recognized & Accredited
German UDS was officially recognized by the state, laying the foundation for an innovative university focused on digital transformation, technology, and future-oriented higher education.
Operations Begin
German UDS officially began operating with a team of 9 professors & accredited study programs in Leadership in Digital Transformation & Technology, Applied AI, Advanced Digital Reality, Cybersecurity.
Grown Considerably
Today, the list of study programs (MBAs, MSc, Micro-Degrees) has grown considerably, as has the number of professors and research groups. And global “University as a Service” is offered to other universities worldwide
Accessible, AI-driven, fully online
We bridge today's technological landscape with tomorrow's
workforce demands - anywhere on Earth.
The German UDS's mission is to make high-quality, German-accredited higher education in digital technologies accessible worldwide through a flexible, AI-driven, fully online learning model.
The university empowers current and future professionals to shape digital transformation in fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, immersive technologies, digital leadership, and quantum computing by combining academic rigour with a strong focus on practical applications.
By bringing together international learners, professors and partners on a digital campus, the German UDS aims to foster innovation worldwide and contribute to a more inclusive, knowledge-driven digital society.
Artificial Intelligence
Applied AI programs bridging research and real-world implementation
Cybersecurity
Defending critical infrastructure in an increasingly connected world
Digital Reality
Immersive technologies and advanced digital environments
Digital Leadership
Navigating transformation at the intersection of tech and strategy
Quantum Computing
Preparing professionals for the post-classical computing era
Led by Pioneers in Digital Science
Prof. Dr. Mike Friedrichsen
Co-Founder & CEO
Leads research in digital education and shapes the academic profile and strategic direction of German UDS.

Prof. Dr. Christoph Meinel
Co-Founder & President
Leads research in digital education and shapes the academic profile and strategic direction of German UDS.

Academic Council
the central body for academic self-administration, governance, and decision-making at German UDS
Professors & Researchers
together with the Presidium & Council, they form a governance structure combining strategic leadership
Advisory Board
provided strategic guidance and expert knowledge to support the university's development
Global Offices
support the German UDS in the different regions of around the world
Founders Circle
hold shares of the non-profit German UDS
Ambassadors
support the German UDS in different topics and regions
Management & Administration
oversees operations, people & culture, and digital infrastructure for the fully online university
UDS Foundation
Non-profit mission add something more
Co-creators of a new kind of academic space
At German UDS, students, faculty, and staff share a belief that excellent higher education should be accessible, innovative, and deeply human.

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