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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Library and Information Management

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

Access to various media, information and data are central to information equality and participation in a democratic society, as well as to an open, networked and lively learning and research culture. The Bachelor's degree course in Library and Information Management produces specialists who create information systems and architectures for academia, business and society and who promote participation and inclusion based on the maxim of lifelong learning. The program focuses on three areas of specialization: Participation in the Information Society, Digital and Open Academia, and Search and User Experience. The degree course consists of mandatory foundational courses and required electives in the specializations. It includes a university-organised internship in the third semester and an independent project in the fourth semester. The fifth and sixth semesters focus on deepening specialization-specific knowledge and skills, concluding with a Bachelor's 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

Library and Information Management

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Library and Information Management at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg

Is Library and Information Management 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 Library and Information Management 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 Library and Information Management 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 Library and Information Management? ▼

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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