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Hochschule Pforzheim
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Business Administration / Digital Business ManagementBusiness Administration / Digital Business Management (BSc)

Hochschule Pforzheim Pforzheim · Baden-Württemberg

About the Program

Business Administration / Digital Business Management (BSc)
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Business Administration / Digital Business Management (BSc)

Application Requirements

The requirements for admission include a general/specialised higher education entrance qualification ("Allgemeine Hochschulreife", "Abitur" / "Fachgebundene Hochschulreife"), or a foreign equivalent. Application process Your application documents must pass through the official administration of our university, where our general requirements and your higher education entrance qualification are verified. All applications that meet the formal criteria will be ranked according to the average grade of the higher education entrance qualification. Based on this ranking, we invite selected candidates for an interview, either in person or by means of modern communication media. The interview will normally take place at Pforzheim University within four weeks of the closing date for applications. Applicants will be invited to the interview by the university by e-mail in good time. Relevant criteria are your motivation, social skills, self-presentation, English language skills and analytical thinking.

Language Requirements

A minimum language proficiency level of B2 in English, as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), is required for admission. This corresponds to a minimum score of 72 on the TOEFL Internet-based test (iBT) or a score of 543 on the TOEFL Institutional Testing Programme (ITP). Alternatively, an IELTS score of at least 5.5 is accepted. Equivalent qualifications also include a minimum score of 162 on the Cambridge English B2 First examination, or any of the higher-level certificates. Furthermore, by the time of graduation, all students must demonstrate proficiency in the German language at a minimum level of B1. To support this requirement, language courses are available through the university’s language department.

How do I apply to Business Administration / Digital Business Management at Hochschule Pforzheim?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Business Administration / Digital Business Management at Hochschule Pforzheim

Is Business Administration / Digital Business Management at Hochschule Pforzheim taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Business Administration / Digital Business Management programme cost? ▼

1.500 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Business Administration / Digital Business Management at Hochschule Pforzheim? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Business Administration / Digital Business Management? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule Pforzheim — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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