Since its foundation in 1992, the Information Sciences Department has made a name for itself among information experts in Germany. It is known for its study concept of partially integrative education of archivists, librarians and information managers – also called the "Potsdam Model". Currently, almost 500 students study at the department. In addition to the degree programs, the department also offers further education programs for employees in archives and libraries.
Information Sciences Department
Degrees
Archival Studies (BA)
Archives are the memory of society. During your studies, you will learn to evaluate analog and digital products based on their relevance for the future and make them accessible to interested parties in a user-friendly manner. Your future field of work is diverse: whether in a public archive or a private company, the expertise and methods you acquire will be in demand in the job market.
Application period: 15th of June – 15th of August (no admission restrictions)
Library Sciences (BA)
Libraries consolidate large volumes of diverse information and make it accessible to their users. In doing so, they make a valuable contribution to understanding the past, present, and future.
As a library scientist, you not only hold the key to this knowledge but also create it and actively shape the transfer of information.
Application period: 15th of June – 30th of September (no admission restrictions)
Information Studies (BA)
In the Bachelor's program in Information and Data Management, you will learn to organize large and complex datasets and present them in a user-friendly manner. Various methods and tools are used to analyze and manage information processes. As a trained data and information specialist, you will be employable wherever information and data need to be managed.
Application period: June 15 – September 30 (no admission restrictions)
Archival Sciences (MA)
Upon graduation, you will be qualified to assume a leadership position in archival management. You will possess competencies in archive management and project management within archival tasks, particularly in records management, digital long-term preservation, marketing, and public relations. You will be equipped to handle archival tasks amid changing professional and societal demands.
Application period: 22nd of May – 30th of June in odd-numbered years (restricted admission)
Digital Data Management (MA)
The professional world is undergoing rapid change, irreversibly triggered by digitization. With the Master's program in Digital Data Management (DDM), you are optimally qualified for this future. You systematically expand your professional skills, which will propel your career forward successfully and sustainably.
DDM is an exclusive training program for the next generation of data managers.
Note: This degree program will no longer be offered starting from the summer semester of 2024.
Information Studies (MA)
The internet never forgets - or does it? How do fake news come about, and what can be done about them? Why is "information" so crucial everywhere, even though no one can explain what it is? What should be preserved in the Digital Age? The Master's program in Information Science offers an integrative, scientifically oriented qualification with a strong focus on practical application for professional fields dealing with information and knowledge.
Note: This degree program will no longer be offered starting from the winter semester of 2022/23.
Inaugural Lecture of Prof. Dr. Veit Köppen
On the occasion of his appointment as professor of Library Science - Technologies, Systems and Services, Prof. Dr. Veit Köppen gave his inaugural lecture entitled "Data Engineering in Research Data Management" on 15th of January 2024.
Inaugural lecture of Prof. Dr. Martin Stürzlinger
On the occasion of his appointment as Adjunct Professor of Digital Archiving, Prof. Dr. Martin Stürzlinger gave his inaugural lecture on 18th of December 2023 entitled "Digital Archiving. Who do you trust with your data?".
Inaugural lecture Prof. Dr. Felix Schäfer
On the occasion of his appointment as part-time professor for "Digitisation of Archives and Collections" at the Department of Information Sciences, Prof. Dr. Felix Schäfer gave his inaugural lecture on 29 January 2024 entitled "What do we do with 1 million scans? Or: Open GLAMour at the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation!".
Online Study Selection Assistant (OSA)
With the OSA, you can interactively find out whether one of our bachelor's degree programs in Archival Studies, Library Sciences and Information Studies is a good fit for you. We show you concrete tasks and give you insights into everyday study life.
News from the department
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Places still available - Lottery procedure starts
There are still places available at the FHP for the winter semester 2024/25
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Registration for the Long Night of Writing is now open for FHP students
Register now for 17th of October and benefit from the "Long Night of Writing"! The student counselling service and the library of the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam are once again offering the opportunity to advance your own writing project with input lectures and the chance to concentrate…
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Adobe Promotion for Students
The FH Potsdam Supporters’ Association is launching an Adobe campaign at the start of the winter semester 2024/25.
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Language Courses for FHP Students in the Winter Semester 2024-25
The Adult Education Centre at the Bildungsforum (VHS) Potsdam offers language courses for students of the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam (FHP) in cooperation with the FHP.
Associated facilities
Koordinierungsstelle Brandenburg-digital
The goal of the Koordinierungsstelle Brandenburg-digital (KBD) is to improve the digital presentation of cultural assets from the state of Brandenburg. By increasing the digital visibility of individual institutions and holdings, a very real and substantial contribution is made to increasing the digital visibility of Brandenburg as a cultural state.
Landesfachstelle für Archive und Öffentliche Bibliotheken Brandenburg
The Landesfachstelle für Archive und Öffentliche Bibliotheken Brandenburg is affiliated with the Information Science Department at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam. As an institution of the University, one of the tasks of the Landesfachstelle is to support the transfer of knowledge between the university and archival and library practice in the state of Brandenburg.
Landesfachstelle für Archive und Öffentliche Bibliotheken Brandenburg
Vernetzungs- und Kompetenzstelle Open Access Brandenburg
The Vernetzungs- und Kompetenzstelle (VuK) Open Access Brandenburg is the central point of contact on the topic of Open Access and for related areas of open science in the state of Brandenburg. It was established in 2021 at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam as part of the implementation of the state's Open Access strategy.