GermanyAccording to the Digital Decade report 2026, Germany is at 59.55% of individuals aged 16-74 with at least basic digital skills, slightly below the EU average of 60.40%. 2026 Digital Decade Eurobarometer report for Germany reflects German citizens' attitudes, priorities, and concerns regarding digital rights, AI, and the EU's digital policy goals based on research conducted between February and March 2026.Germany holds a leading position in high-tech sectors including semiconductors and quantum technology. Germany has a National coalition for digital skills and jobs led by Digital Opportunities Foundation.The National Continuing Education Strategy aims to increase participation in further training, especially for low-skilled individuals, with a focus on digital skills. The Federal Government's Digital Strategy outlines projects to improve digitization across different sectors and provide digital education opportunities. The recovery and resilience plan includes investments in microelectronics, cloud infrastructures, online education platforms, and digital skills for teachers and the military. The "Building Continuing Education and Training Networks" program supports training for SME employees. Educational centres of excellence are launched under the leadership of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research and in cooperation with the Lände.The Digital Pact for Schools aims to invest in modern digital educational infrastructure with a budget of EUR 5 billion between 2019 and 2024. As of 2022, around EUR 985 million has been invested in schools. At least basic digital skills (% of individuals aged 16-74)EU average score: 60.7Germany score: 59.55 60.7 EU average score 59.55 Country score 20406080100Germany ranks 15th out of the 27 EU Member States in the DESI dashboard for the Digital Decade for the 'At least basic digital skills' indicator, with 59.55% of its population possessing at least basic digital skills. The latest trends in digital skills in Germany Deep-dives14 July 2026Germany: a snapshot of digital skills An overview of state strategies and national initiatives on digital Skills in Germany: state strategies, national strategies and funding opportunities. National initiative01 August 2024 Germany - National Digital Decade strategic roadmap The German strategic roadmap for the Digital Decade developed by the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport of Germany sets... National initiative18 June 2026 Germany - High-tech Agenda The High-Tech Agenda Germany was adopted by the Federal Government in July 2025 with the aim to strengthening Germany's... National initiative10 June 2025 Germany - Digital Strategy 2025 The Digital Strategy 2025 programme describes the priorities of the German Government developing capabilities and using new tools... Good practices in Germany Good practices08 June 2026 Cybersecurity Initiative for the Skilled Crafts – Guidance, Training, and Support. A nationwide program helps skilled crafts businesses implement cybersecurity measures and manage digital risks. Good practices04 March 2026 'Vocational training with IT security' - Germany (mIT Sicherheit ausbilden) A nationwide project brings IT security directly into the training practices of SMEs. It qualifies internal VET managers through... Good practices27 October 2025 Digital Compass - Germany The initiative ‘Digital Compass’ was originally founded in 2015 as a joint project between the Federal Association of Senior... All content from GermanySee morePledgesOffer internships to support the transition from education to employment Wavestone is committed to fostering stronger connections between cybersecurity education and employment needs across Europe. By 2030, we will actively contribute to the development of early-career cybersecurity talent through structured internships... ICT Professionals Developing high level digital skills for ICT professionals in all industry sectors. Education Transforming teaching and learning of digital skills in a lifelong learning perspective, including the training of teachers. 31/07/2030 Closing in on the ICT gender gap: younger women account for a growing share of the ICT workforce The data on age distribution show that, in 2025, the proportion of women in IT professions was highest amongst those aged 25 to under 35. There are also differences between the various IT occupational groups. Read moreNews agoAI skills gaining increased importance in the labour market: a look at Randstad's 'Age of Augmentation' study The Randstad study ‘Age of Augmentation’ shows that AI skills lead to higher salaries; at the same time, the shortage of skilled workers is making it difficult to fill AI roles and is holding back the expansion of AI in companies.
Deep-dives14 July 2026Germany: a snapshot of digital skills An overview of state strategies and national initiatives on digital Skills in Germany: state strategies, national strategies and funding opportunities.
National initiative01 August 2024 Germany - National Digital Decade strategic roadmap The German strategic roadmap for the Digital Decade developed by the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport of Germany sets...
National initiative18 June 2026 Germany - High-tech Agenda The High-Tech Agenda Germany was adopted by the Federal Government in July 2025 with the aim to strengthening Germany's...
National initiative10 June 2025 Germany - Digital Strategy 2025 The Digital Strategy 2025 programme describes the priorities of the German Government developing capabilities and using new tools...
Good practices08 June 2026 Cybersecurity Initiative for the Skilled Crafts – Guidance, Training, and Support. A nationwide program helps skilled crafts businesses implement cybersecurity measures and manage digital risks.
Good practices04 March 2026 'Vocational training with IT security' - Germany (mIT Sicherheit ausbilden) A nationwide project brings IT security directly into the training practices of SMEs. It qualifies internal VET managers through...
Good practices27 October 2025 Digital Compass - Germany The initiative ‘Digital Compass’ was originally founded in 2015 as a joint project between the Federal Association of Senior...
PledgesOffer internships to support the transition from education to employment Wavestone is committed to fostering stronger connections between cybersecurity education and employment needs across Europe. By 2030, we will actively contribute to the development of early-career cybersecurity talent through structured internships... ICT Professionals Developing high level digital skills for ICT professionals in all industry sectors. Education Transforming teaching and learning of digital skills in a lifelong learning perspective, including the training of teachers. 31/07/2030
Closing in on the ICT gender gap: younger women account for a growing share of the ICT workforce The data on age distribution show that, in 2025, the proportion of women in IT professions was highest amongst those aged 25 to under 35. There are also differences between the various IT occupational groups. Read more
News agoAI skills gaining increased importance in the labour market: a look at Randstad's 'Age of Augmentation' study The Randstad study ‘Age of Augmentation’ shows that AI skills lead to higher salaries; at the same time, the shortage of skilled workers is making it difficult to fill AI roles and is holding back the expansion of AI in companies.
