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Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

ZukunftsökonomieFuture Economics

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

About the Program

Zukunftsökonomie is a modern economics program that prepares students for current and future economic challenges. The program focuses on how businesses can operate profitably while acting responsibly. Students learn to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to make the economy fit for the future. The program offers maximum flexibility with hybrid days where students can choose to attend lectures in person or digitally. Students work in small groups on practical projects. The program evolved from the former Volkswirtschaftslehre (VWL) program to better address current economic and social challenges with a future-oriented profile.
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Zukunftsökonomie is a modern economics program that prepares students for current and future economic challenges. The program focuses on how businesses can operate profitably while acting responsibly. Students learn to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to make the economy fit for the future. The program offers maximum flexibility with hybrid days where students can choose to attend lectures in person or digitally. Students work in small groups on practical projects. The program evolved from the former Volkswirtschaftslehre (VWL) program to better address current economic and social challenges with a future-oriented profile.

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

International Economics Sustainability Data Analytics Digitalization Climate Change Globalization Green Economics Sustainable Business Models

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Zukunftsökonomie at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen

Is Zukunftsökonomie at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen 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 Zukunftsökonomie 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 Zukunftsökonomie at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen?

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 Zukunftsökonomie?

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 für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen — 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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