Time for a Change? Build your Career in Tech
Feeling stuck in your career? Looking for an opportunity that offers better growth, flexibility, and financial security?
The tech industry is calling, and 42 Wolfsburg is here to help you make the leap.
Our tuition-free software development curriculum, designed for both absolute beginners and seasoned professionals, provides the cutting-edge training you need to become job-ready in today’s digital world.
Accessible Tuition-Free Education
No financial burden. Our non-profit model ensures that everyone has access to high-quality education, regardless of background. Anyone can apply, regardless of past careers. We accept the Bildungsgutschein to allow students fund their cost of living.
Self-Paced Project-based Learning
No lectures, no professors—42 is built on peer‑to‑peer learning and project work. You tackle real‑world coding challenges, review each other’s solutions, and level up by mastering progressively harder projects—just like a professional dev team.
24/7 Campus Access
Code on your own clock—our campus never closes. Day or night you’ll find fully‑equipped workstations, breakout corners for brainstorming, and even nap pods for a quick reset—all shared with a vibrant, international community of learners who keep the energy flowing.
Where Do Our Graduates Work?
Our graduates go on to work for some of the biggest names in tech and industry, thanks to the hands-on, industry-relevant experience they gain at 42 Wolfsburg.
Our alumni have secured jobs at companies like:
The Demand for Skilled Developers is Higher Than Ever!
Germany—and the world—faces a massive tech talent shortage. The demand for highly skilled software developers is only increasing as industries digitalize and new technologies emerge.
42 Wolfsburg helps bridge this gap by training highly skilled professionals who are ready to enter the workforce with hands-on experience and real-world knowledge.
Real stories, real impact. Listen to our alumni talk about their journey from career changers to tech professionals.
A Future-Proof Career in Tech
The tech industry moves fast, but 42 Wolfsburg prepares you to keep up. Our deep-learning approach means you won’t just memorize programming languages—you’ll understand how to think like a developer, adapt to new technologies, and stay ahead of industry changes.
At 42, you’ll develop:
✔ A Deep Understanding of Software Development – Beyond just coding, you’ll learn how to design, build, and maintain scalable applications.
✔ Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking Skills – Master how to break down complex challenges and find creative solutions.
✔ Teamwork and Leadership Experience – Learn how to collaborate, give and receive feedback, and lead projects, just like in a real tech team.
✔ Connections to Top Companies – Through internships, partnerships, and hackathons, you’ll be plugged into the European tech ecosystem from day one.
Ready to Make the Leap?
Start your journey toward a future-proof career in tech. Apply today and take the first step toward a more fulfilling professional life.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” to begin your journey by filling out a short registration form and scheduling a 1-hour introduction meeting to learn more about 42.
From there, you’ll have the chance to sign up for a Piscine—a month-long, immersive trial period where you’ll learn coding from scratch and see if 42 is the right fit. If you make it through successfully, you’ll join 42 as a full-time student, completely tuition-free.
Got Questions?
We Got Answers!
Take a look at some frequently asked topics you might be curious about. For more, our full FAQ page has you covered!
What do I need to do to get in?
At 42 Wolfsburg we believe that talent and potential should be the only criteria for admission, not academic qualifications. That’s why you don’t need any diplomas or prior coding experience to join our program. All you need is motivation and a desire to learn within our community.
Our program is open to anyone over the age of 18 who is passionate about software engineering and committed to working hard to achieve their goals.
Why is the program tuition-free?
We believe that talent and potential should be the only criteria for admission, not financial resources. Our program is completely free for all students, thanks to funding from industry players of all sizes. This allows us to provide a high-quality education in software engineering without any financial obligations before, during, or after your studies.
Crucially, our graduates are not required to work for our partner companies. We’re committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares our graduates for success in their careers, and we believe that our model of talent-based admission and no financial obligations is the best way to achieve this goal.
Can I study at 42 Wolfsburg remotely?
All Piscines and the main curriculum take place exclusively on-site on our campus in Wolfsburg. Our immersive and collaborative learning environment is designed to support your growth as a software engineer. Also, the peer-learning approach works best for everybody involved if the students see each other in person regularly. You’ll learn and collaborate with a diverse group of students, all with different backgrounds and experiences.
While we don’t offer remote learning options anymore, we invite you to join us on our LearningSpaceShip in Wolfsburg and be part of the coolest community of software engineers you’ll ever find. Our dedicated Relocation Office is always here to assist you with your move to Wolfsburg.
Why should I study in Wolfsburg and not any other campus of the 42 Network?
Wolfsburg is the perfect place to study software engineering, known for its culture of innovation and technology. As a student at 42 Wolfsburg, you’ll have access to a range of industry partners and mentors, as well as opportunities to participate in internships and projects with major players in the industry.
Our campus is not just a place to learn software engineering, but also a home to a diverse and tightly-knit community of over 450 students, aged 18-60, from over 40 different national backgrounds. Our community collaborates, supports, and learns from each other while also having fun through amazing parties, movie nights, cookouts, and travel adventures. It’s a place where you’ll make lifelong friendships and connections that will enrich your personal and professional life.