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About the Program

The Bachelor's program in Protective Police (Schutzpolizei) is divided into theoretical and practical study sections and lasts three years. After the first theoretical study section, basic training follows in the riot police. There, fundamental workflows, techniques, and methods are taught that form an important foundation for later service. The basic training and subsequent basic internship in individual police service are followed by two further study sections with theoretical content. In the subsequent specialized internship, students serve at a police station or in a criminal investigation department. The final theoretical study section includes the bachelor thesis, a scientific final paper addressing practice-relevant questions from the study content. This examination consists of a written and an oral part (colloquium).
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The Bachelor's program in Protective Police (Schutzpolizei) is divided into theoretical and practical study sections and lasts three years. After the first theoretical study section, basic training follows in the riot police. There, fundamental workflows, techniques, and methods are taught that form an important foundation for later service. The basic training and subsequent basic internship in individual police service are followed by two further study sections with theoretical content. In the subsequent specialized internship, students serve at a police station or in a criminal investigation department. The final theoretical study section includes the bachelor thesis, a scientific final paper addressing practice-relevant questions from the study content. This examination consists of a written and an oral part (colloquium).

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 Schutzpolizei at Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit

Is Schutzpolizei at Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit 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 Schutzpolizei 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 Schutzpolizei at Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit?

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 Schutzpolizei?

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 Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit — 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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