International Business with Focus on Asia, Western Europe or Central and Eastern Europe

A business and engineering degree combines two different academic areas, allowing you to find work in both the specialised, technical engineering arena and the management industry.
The combination of technical and non-technical study modules serves as the basis for both conventional and new fields: sales and marketing, logistics, materials management and purchasing, production and manufacturing, controlling, accounting, organisation, and data processing.
Graduates benefit from a highly respected German engineering qualification, contacts within industry, and excellent career prospects.

Educational organisation

First to third semester: basic courses in natural sciences, business administration, and engineering
Fourth to fifth semester: modules in the fields of business and engineering
Sixth semester: internship
Seventh semester: Bachelor's thesis

Internships

Students who wish to enrol in a Bachelor's programme in Business and Engineering at the University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt must complete a six-week internship in a relevant field. This can be done before or during the first two study semesters.
Additionally, the course structure includes an internship semester. The internship phase is scheduled for the sixth semester and comprises a total of 20 weeks.

Forms of assessment

Lectures, seminars, exercises

Course objectives

Students will be trained for a variety of professional areas, e.g., manufacturing companies, engineering offices, banks, insurance, consulting firms, commercial enterprises, and public service. Our graduates benefit from excellent opportunities to start their careers, and will continue to have good prospects in the future.

Language requirements

• Evidence of knowledge of English, e.g., from TOEFL test (min. 80 points internet-based), is recommended.
• Knowledge of German at A2 level (CEFR). There is an option to achieve this level by means of FHWS courses during the first two semesters.

Academic requirements

Secondary education diploma (A level or equivalent)
If required: evidence of periods of study or certificates
Every qualification must be checked individually, depending on the educational background of each student.

Enrolment fees

72 EUR administration fee per semester, including a semester ticket for free public transport in the city of Schweinfurt

Costs of living

Approx. 600-800 EUR per month to cover personal expenses

Services and support for international students

To make your start in Germany as easy and enjoyable as possible, we offer an orientation programme. This one- or two-week programme is usually held prior to the start of the semester. The orientation programme provides you with all the essential information you need to study at FHWS. This includes, for example, a guided tour of the cities and of the university as well as handy tips for living in Germany. You will also meet other incoming students.
In addition, we offer a Buddy System, which is an ongoing support programme for all new international students. The aim of the Buddy System is to help new students to establish a social and an academic network.

Accommodation

Several halls of residence are located in Schweinfurt and Würzburg, within short distance to the campuses, which offer facilities such as furnished rooms, internet connection, and common areas.