Big Data, Software Systems, Cloud Computing
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Big Data, Software Systems, Cloud Computing

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Program Details

  • Duration: 3 Months
  • Language: English
  • Fees: €900
  • Study Mode: Full-time / Part-time
  • Registration Deadline: Q4: September 30th, 2026
  • Entry requirements:
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Basic computer literacy
    • English Level B1 (CEFR) or equivalent

Study Access

Pay for one quarter and have access to the learning materials for 6 months, with the option to extend access if needed.

Program Coordinator

Prof. Dr. Raad Bin Tareaf
Prof. Dr. Raad Bin Tareaf

About This Course

Over the course of 8 weeks, students will examine the principles, technologies, and practices that power large-scale data processing and cloud-based AI solutions. This module integrates conceptual foundations with practical demonstrations, enabling you to understand not only how cloud and big data systems are designed, but also how they are applied in modern business and research contexts.

A central component of this module is the use of cloud platforms and software systems to work with large-scale data.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explore big data concepts and why they matter for organizations today
  • Understand and compare cloud deployment and service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
  • Work with databases and SQL for structured data management
  • Study data warehouses and ETL/ELT processes for scalable analytics
  • Implement data ingestion, partitioning, and integration with BI tools
  • Learn Docker and containerization as essential technologies for cloud-native applications
  • Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) in the cloud
  • Train and evaluate machine learning models using cloud-based environments

Study Programs

This course is mandatory for the following study programs:

  • MBA Digital Technologies
  • MBA Digital Transformation
  • M.Sc. Advanced Digital Reality
  • M.Sc. Applied AI
  • M.Sc. Cybersecurity
  • M.Sc. Digital Leadership

This course is offered as an elective for the following study programs.

  • The course is mandatory for all programs and can, therefore, not be selected as an elective.

Micro Degree

  • This course is offered as a micro degree.
  • German UDS Micro Degrees are compatible with the European MOOC Consortiums Common Micro Credentials Framework.
  • Micro Degrees will be rewarded with an equivalent of 5 ECTS.
  • Micro Degrees are offered to non-regular students and require a fee of €900.

Requirements

This module assumes:

  • Familiarity with Python (data processing and scripting)
  • Interest to use databases, data warehousing and SQL
  • Interest in learning cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

General Information

  • Teaching Format: Hands-on experience with coding, tools, and platforms.
  • Total Workload Master: 125h (40h/85h) / 5 ECTS
  • Total Workload MBA: 100h (40h/60h) / 4 ECTS
  • Total Workload Micro Degree: 125h (40h/85h) / Equivalent to 5 ECTS
  • Module coordinator: Prof. Dr. Raad Bin Tareaf
  • Examinations: Quizzes, presentations, project reports, written exams.
  • Offered: Even quarters

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