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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg
Bachelor German Computer Science

Business Information Systems

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

About the Program

This interdisciplinary degree course in Business Information Systems combines the study of computer science with a grounding in business administration. The spread of digitalisation is reaching more and more areas of today's businesses, pushing demand for qualified experts in business information systems with the skills to develop bespoke software for organisations and systems for company applications. The course employs a mix of theoretical classes and practical projects. Experts in business information systems work at the interface between IT and business, which gives them excellent career prospects. They tackle complex challenges in-house and in consultancy, planning, implementing and managing business systems such as SAP, developing e-business strategies or designing data warehouses which provide management with the information it needs. The degree course links up computer science with business knowledge and skills, interspersing theoretical content with real-world project work. Modules taught include business administration, software development, business systems, databases, maths and computer networks. The fifth and sixth semesters of the course provide opportunities to specialise via projects, required elecive modules and the Bachelor thesis.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Business Information Systems at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg

Is Business Information Systems at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg taught in German or English? ▼

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

How much does the Business Information Systems programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Business Information Systems at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), 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 Information Systems? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg — 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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