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Hochschule Schmalkalden
Bachelor German + English Law & Economics

International Business and Economics

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

In International Business and Economics, you will study five semesters of business administration and economics in Thuringia in English. Additionally, you have the option to take elective courses in Spanish or German. A special feature of the system-accredited degree program is the integrated and thus guaranteed semester abroad at one of our more than 70 partner universities in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia or Australia. The 6-semester Bachelor's program consists of 12 mandatory modules (60 ECTS), elective modules (110 ECTS), one semester abroad, course work, and an 8-week Bachelor thesis (10 ECTS). Mandatory modules include Mathematics, Statistics, Soft Skills, Marketing, Finance and Investment, Intercultural Management, Principles of Economics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting and Digital Business.
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In International Business and Economics, you will study five semesters of business administration and economics in Thuringia in English. Additionally, you have the option to take elective courses in Spanish or German. A special feature of the system-accredited degree program is the integrated and thus guaranteed semester abroad at one of our more than 70 partner universities in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia or Australia. The 6-semester Bachelor's program consists of 12 mandatory modules (60 ECTS), elective modules (110 ECTS), one semester abroad, course work, and an 8-week Bachelor thesis (10 ECTS). Mandatory modules include Mathematics, Statistics, Soft Skills, Marketing, Finance and Investment, Intercultural Management, Principles of Economics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting and Digital Business.

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about International Business and Economics at Hochschule Schmalkalden

Is International Business and Economics at Hochschule Schmalkalden taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 International Business and Economics 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 International Business and Economics at Hochschule Schmalkalden?

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 International Business and Economics?

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 Schmalkalden — 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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