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KICK – AI in the German Armed Forces – Advanced Knowledge for Executives

Dates:
1st session: January 19–23, 2026
2nd session: January 26–30, 2026

The course provides a comprehensive overview of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in a military context. Current application examples, technical basics such as artificial neural networks (ANN) and data analysis as well as their integration into decision-making processes such as the OODA loop are discussed. The use of AI in the Bundeswehr will be discussed together.

Profile of KICK-AI

Dates:
1st session: January 19–23, 2026
2nd session: January 26–30, 2026

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  • Target group

    Executives (upper/intermediate management) from the military or civilian sector with basic prior knowledge of AI in a professional context. No proof of AI knowledge is required.

  • Qualification

    Certificate of participation

  • Duration

    1 week (40 teaching hours)

  • Costs

    €300 per participant

  • Language of instruction

    German

  • Campus

    Hamburg

Course outline

During the training, participants’ individual perspectives on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in everyday life, work, and the German Armed Forces will be explored, while examining the current global use of AI in armed forces. An introduction to Military AI is provided by integrating AI methods into the OODA loop, complemented by key concepts such as data analysis, Artificial Neural Networks (ANN), and knowledge-based models. Practical modules cover wargaming and simulation-based decision-making, explainable AI (xAI), visualization and decision trees, risks from adversarial attacks, as well as questions of model robustness. The interdisciplinary training is rounded off with the presentation of proven process models such as CRISP-DM, legal frameworks, and the discussion of ethical questions and challenges concerning the responsible use of AI systems in a military context (Human-in-/on-/out-of-the-loop and Meaningful Human Control).

Admission

A maximum of 40 participants can attend each session. Registration is handled by the ZWW (zww-info@hsu-hh.de) by December 16, 2025, including the following information:
• Preferred session
• First name, last name
• Rank
• Title
• Organizational mailbox
• Personal email address
• Office address

Organization

This one-week course takes place at HSU/UniBw H in Hamburg. You will be informed in good time whether you have a place on the course so that you can arrange your travel accordingly. Unfortunately, accommodation cannot be provided on campus.

Your application, deadlines and starting dates

Dates: 1st session: January 19–23, 2026 and 2nd session: January 26–30, 2026
Please register using the corresponding form and send it by email to zww-info@hsu-hh.de.
If you have any other questions, the ZWW will be happy to help you via email or telephone.

About the ZWW

+49 40 6541-3376

zww-info@hsu-hh.de

Cooperation Partners

Bundeswehr office for defence planning

Your Contacts

Anika Schünemann

Program Coordinator
Administrative Management, Spokesperson of the German Association for Continuing Education and Distance Learning (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung und Fernstudium e.V. – DGWF), Northern Section

Office: H1 R1140
Phone: +49 40 6541-3046

zww-info@hsu-hh.de

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Für Ihre Bewerbung um einen Studienplatz benötigen wir von Ihnen verschiedene Unterlagen. Eine Übersicht der erforderlichen Unterlagen finden Sie auf der Homepage des Prüfungsamtes. Sie können ihre Bewerbungsunterlagen direkt beim Prüfungsamt einreichen. Die Unterlagen gehen dann direkt an das Prüfungsamt. Rückfragen zu den Bewerbungsunterlagen können Sie direkt an das Prüfungsamt stellen. Für alle anderen Fragen steht das ZWW gerne per E-Mail oder Telefon zur Verfügung.

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Your application, documents and submission

We require various documents when you apply for a place on this program. An overview of the required documents can be found on the homepage of the Examination Office. You can submit your application directly to the Examination Office. The Examination Office will then receive your documents directly. If you have any questions regarding the documents required for your application, please contact the Examination Office. . For all other questions, the ZWW will be happy to help you via email or telephone.

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+49 40 6541-3376

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