International Programmes 2023/2024

Bachelor in European Economic Studies (BSc EES) Bachelor in European Economic Studies (BSc EES)

University of Bamberg • Bamberg

Degree
Bachelor of Science in European Economic Studies (EES)
Teaching language
  • German
  • English
Languages

Courses are held in German (min. 40%) and English (up to 60%). Participants can choose to write their Bachelor's thesis in either language.

Full-time / part-time
  • full-time
  • part-time (study alongside work)
Programme duration
6 semesters
Beginning
Winter and summer semester
Application deadline

Please visit: https://www.uni-bamberg.de/studium/interesse-internationale/ohne-austauschprogramm-bachelor/

Tuition fees per semester in EUR
None
Joint degree / double degree programme
Yes
Description/content

The EES Bachelor's programme is an economics degree programme with a strong emphasis on international and interdisciplinary orientation. This is evident through language training in foreign business languages, the opportunity for a one or two-semester study abroad experience, and a wide range of elective options in neighbouring disciplines. For example, modules from business administration, political science, business informatics, or law can be selected.

Of course, economics subjects are also an essential part of the programme. The focus ranges from International Economics, Economics of Education, Economic Policy, or Migration Studies to Public Economics.

Course organisation

The three-year Bachelor's degree programme in EES consists of a four or five-semesters study programme in Bamberg with economics as the basic subject in the first phase and a one or two-semesters stay at a foreign partner university during the second phase.

In the first phase in Bamberg, teaching consists of a balanced mix of lectures and seminars. Instruction in two foreign business languages is provided in small seminar groups throughout the first four semesters. One of these languages can be business German for students with a foreign school leaving certificate.

The one to two-semester study abroad experience will be co-organised and supported by our International Office. The students will have the freedom to choose their courses before the start of their stay (changes are possible), thus guaranteeing credit transfer.

A double degree with selected partner universities is possible!

Upon graduation, the Faculty for Social Sciences, Economics, and Business Administration of the University of Bamberg will award a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in European Economic Studies (EES).

A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
  • International guest lecturers
  • Integrated study abroad unit(s)
  • Language training provided
  • International comparisons and thematic reference to the international context
  • Specialist literature in other languages
Integrated study abroad unit(s)

Obligatory study abroad (one or two semesters of the three-year programme)

Students can either choose one of the cooperating partner universities (approx. 350) or other universities worldwide.

A double degree under one of the existing agreements is possible!

Integrated internships

None

Special promotion / funding of the programme
  • ERASMUS+
Course-specific, integrated German language courses
Yes
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
Yes
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
None
Semester contribution

Students whose home institution is Bamberg must pay a regular contribution to the administrative costs at the University of Bamberg (103.80 EUR per semester at present). There are no additional tuition fees during the student's stay at the host institution. A "Semesterticket" for public transport in the city of Bamberg is included (more information here).

Costs of living

About 500 EUR

Funding opportunities within the university
No
Academic admission requirements

General Higher Education Entrance Qualification (in Germany: "Allgemeine Hochschulreife/Abitur") or an equivalent after 12 to 13 years of schooling.

Language requirements

As the courses are partly taught in German, applicants whose native tongue is not German need to certify their command of the German language through the "Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang ausländischer Studienbewerber (DSH)" (German language test for the university admission of foreign students). Alternatively, they can certify their command of the German language through:

  • a DSH certificate of a "Studienkolleg" or another university
  • "Deutsches Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz Stufe II"
  • the certificate of the "Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung (ZOP)" of the Goethe Institute
  • the certificate "Kleines Deutsches Sprachdiplom" or "Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom" of the Goethe Institute
  • a TestDaF with level 4 in all parts

Please also visit: https://www.uni-bamberg.de/studium/interesse-internationale/ohne-austauschprogramm-bachelor/vor-der-bewerbung/

Application deadline

Please visit: https://www.uni-bamberg.de/studium/interesse-internationale/ohne-austauschprogramm-bachelor/

Submit application to

https://www.uni-bamberg.de/studium/interesse-internationale/ohne-austauschprogramm-bachelor/wie-bewerbe-ich-mich/

Possibility of finding part-time employment

Students may be employed as student assistants within the university. Other employment alternatives outside the university are possible.

Accommodation

Bamberg's housing market has changed considerably in recent years. The demand for private accommodations is quite high, and rent prices continue to increase. The common trend seen in many cities, and particularly in university cities, is now quite apparent in Bamberg, too.

It is thus advisable to begin looking for a flat as early as possible and to be patient, as the process can take quite a while. It also pays to check listings in the local newspaper (Fränkischer Tag), submit an announcement that you are looking for accommodation, or explore the numerous online housing portals.

www.uni-bamberg.de/en/studies/living-studying/living-in-bamberg/

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Buddy programme
  • Welcome event
  • Cultural and linguistic preparation
  • Tutors
  • Help with finding accommodation
  • Support with registration procedures

University of Bamberg

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