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Hochschule Harz
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Public Administration

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration at Harz University of Applied Sciences provides education for decision-makers in public administration with over 15 years of experience. Students learn legal and economic foundations for future decisions, with options for legal specializations from the fifth semester. The program emphasizes practical application through case studies and projects in small seminar groups (maximum 30 students). The curriculum includes fundamentals of law and economics, accounting, social sciences, civil law, administrative law, municipal administration, personnel management, financial management, and more. The program includes two thirteen-week work placements and develops personal competencies like team working, communication skills, and presentation techniques. Graduates have excellent employment prospects in various government agencies and public institutions.
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The Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration at Harz University of Applied Sciences provides education for decision-makers in public administration with over 15 years of experience. Students learn legal and economic foundations for future decisions, with options for legal specializations from the fifth semester. The program emphasizes practical application through case studies and projects in small seminar groups (maximum 30 students). The curriculum includes fundamentals of law and economics, accounting, social sciences, civil law, administrative law, municipal administration, personnel management, financial management, and more. The program includes two thirteen-week work placements and develops personal competencies like team working, communication skills, and presentation techniques. Graduates have excellent employment prospects in various government agencies and public institutions.

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 Public Administration at Hochschule Harz

Is Public Administration at Hochschule Harz 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 Public Administration 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 Public Administration at Hochschule Harz?

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 Public Administration?

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 Harz — 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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