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Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau
Master German + English Law & Economics

Financial Accounting, Controlling and Taxation

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

FACT stands for Financial Accounting, Controlling & Taxation. In addition to scientific knowledge and methods, the FACT master's degree also imparts practical skills that are required for work in the areas of accounting and taxes. The qualification goal is not only the acquisition of extensive specialist knowledge from the areas of accounting and finance, but also to raise awareness of the effects of changes in society and the environment that affect future corporate developments and the regulatory environment such as digitization and corporate social responsibility. Students have the opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired during their studies in dealing with practical questions in various business games and case studies, which are regularly offered together with well-known practice partners. In addition, DATEV and SAP knowledge are imparted, which are necessary for a successful start in practice.

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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

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

Financial Accounting

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Financial Accounting, Controlling and Taxation at Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau

Is Financial Accounting, Controlling and Taxation at Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau taught in German or English? ▼

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

How much does the Financial Accounting, Controlling and Taxation 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 Financial Accounting, Controlling and Taxation at Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + 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 Financial Accounting, Controlling and Taxation? ▼

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 Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau — 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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