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Hochschule des Bundes für öffentliche Verwaltung
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Federal Communications Service

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About the Program

The Federal Communications Service is an undergraduate program focusing on intelligence services. The first semester takes place in the joint basic study with the protection of the constitution (Verfassungsschutz) at the central area of the Federal College. The main degree courses are conducted together with the intelligence services at the Department of Intelligence in Berlin. During the practical semester, students are deployed at the main service location in Berlin; but they can also be used in field offices of the Federal Intelligence Service in Germany. The program focuses on Law relating to Civil Servants, Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Operative Enlightenment, Observation and Communications Service Behaviour, Communications Service Engineering, International Politics, and Verfassungsschutz (Domestic Intelligence Service).
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The Federal Communications Service is an undergraduate program focusing on intelligence services. The first semester takes place in the joint basic study with the protection of the constitution (Verfassungsschutz) at the central area of the Federal College. The main degree courses are conducted together with the intelligence services at the Department of Intelligence in Berlin. During the practical semester, students are deployed at the main service location in Berlin; but they can also be used in field offices of the Federal Intelligence Service in Germany. The program focuses on Law relating to Civil Servants, Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Operative Enlightenment, Observation and Communications Service Behaviour, Communications Service Engineering, International Politics, and Verfassungsschutz (Domestic Intelligence Service).

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Federal Communications Service at Hochschule des Bundes für öffentliche Verwaltung

Is Federal Communications Service at Hochschule des Bundes für öffentliche Verwaltung taught in German or English?

This Other 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 Federal Communications Service 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 Federal Communications Service at Hochschule des Bundes für öffentliche Verwaltung?

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 Federal Communications Service?

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 des Bundes für öffentliche Verwaltung — 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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