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Sustainable Development B.Sc. Central Campus Bochum Bachelor 7 semestersSustainable Development

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

About the Program

The Sustainable Development program tackles complex challenges like global climate change, water scarcity, loss of biodiversity, social inequality, and economic instability. Students learn to understand these complex problems and develop strategies to tackle them. The program takes a holistic view of sustainability from the perspectives of natural sciences, economics, engineering, and social sciences. Students can specialize in one of three areas: "Building - Space - Environment", "Engineering", or "Economics". The program includes practical work and projects, with project studies in the 5th and 6th semesters involving students in current sustainability-related research and transfer projects. Career opportunities include working as sustainability experts in companies or the public sector, helping organizations transform in a sustainability-oriented way, advising political institutions, working for NGOs, or engaging in sustainability research.
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The Sustainable Development program tackles complex challenges like global climate change, water scarcity, loss of biodiversity, social inequality, and economic instability. Students learn to understand these complex problems and develop strategies to tackle them. The program takes a holistic view of sustainability from the perspectives of natural sciences, economics, engineering, and social sciences. Students can specialize in one of three areas: "Building - Space - Environment", "Engineering", or "Economics". The program includes practical work and projects, with project studies in the 5th and 6th semesters involving students in current sustainability-related research and transfer projects. Career opportunities include working as sustainability experts in companies or the public sector, helping organizations transform in a sustainability-oriented way, advising political institutions, working for NGOs, or engaging in sustainability research.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Sustainable Development B.Sc. Central Campus Bochum Bachelor 7 semesters at Hochschule Bochum

Is Sustainable Development B.Sc. Central Campus Bochum Bachelor 7 semesters at Hochschule Bochum 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 Sustainable Development B.Sc. Central Campus Bochum Bachelor 7 semesters 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 Sustainable Development B.Sc. Central Campus Bochum Bachelor 7 semesters at Hochschule Bochum?

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 Sustainable Development B.Sc. Central Campus Bochum Bachelor 7 semesters?

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 Bochum — 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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