Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

A micro-degree offers a learning alternative to traditional training formats. Micro degrees can help students acquire specific competencies, build skills and knowledge, and qualify them for greater responsibility in the workplace. Micro degrees provide learners with tangible skills they can apply quickly to advance professionally.

Unlike conventional degrees that cover broad areas of knowledge, a micro degree typically focuses on a specialty or specific skill and requires much less time to complete. In addition, some universities award micro-degrees that students can count towards a bachelor's or master's degree. The flexibility that this form of further education brings with it has even led to Europe-wide initiatives for micro-credentials ( see for example https://education.ec.europa.eu/levels/higher-education/european-approach-to- micro credentials  ).

A micro-degree program typically attracts working professionals who want to acquire new skills or brush up on competencies they already have — all while following a flexible, online schedule. These credentials are generally viewed as supplementary and can complement your previous education and experience. Upon completing a micro-degree program, graduates sometimes earn a digital badge, which they can share on their resume or LinkedIn profile. This badge signals expertise in a specific skill or area to potential employers.

You do not enroll for a micro degree. If you have successfully completed the required courses, you can directly get the micro degree. For the courses, you need to register with the Prüfungsamtand then take courses.

Please go the "Zentrale Einrichtung für Weiterbildung". They will prepare your certificate.

Yes, definetely!

If you are studying Computer Science and there should be an overlap between the courses of the Leibniz AI Academy and your M.Sc. courses, these courses also count for the Leibniz AI Academy micro degrees.

If the courses are part of your curriculumn, yes, they count for both. For courses from other faculties than your own, you should check with your Prüfungsamt whether you can enrol.

You are free to only choose a single one. However, for our smallest micro degree you need at least 2 courses.

Most courses are already offered at the Leibniz University, but the material is not yet publicly released. Overall, we are committed to constantly update them.

For each course, a professor is in charge.