May be studied as a double degree in cooperation with the Management and Digital Technology programme of the University of Western Bohemia.
Study and examination periods are typically from 1 October to 14 February (winter semester) and 15 March to 31 July (summer semester).
Winter semester application period
For the winter semester starting 1 October, you can apply from 1 May until 15 July.
Summer semester application period
For the summer semester starting 15 March, you can apply from 15 November until 15 January.
Digitalisation, connectivity, big data and AI as well as globalisation have revolutionised the way companies are run. These megatrends not only impact the product and service offerings of companies, but they also fundamentally change how companies develop, procure, produce and market, and how they earn money as a result. To master this transformation, companies need graduates...
These are exactly the competencies you will acquire in the Digital Technology and Management programme!
Highlights – these are your study benefits!
Semesters 1 through 4:
Semesters 5 through 7:
Participation in (blended) international short-stay programmes, including summer or winter schools, as well as specific intercultural modules such as intercultural communication and language classes
An internship with a duration of at least 20 weeks (full-time employment) in a company/institution preferably in Germany or abroad is integrated in the study programme (in the fifth semester).
Students with German as a foreign language are expected to complete this in a German company. They will also have the opportunity to acquire a sufficient command of the German language beforehand.
The department staff supports the students in finding internships. The university also has a large network of partner companies and offers additional support through its career service office.
Study service fee of 500 EUR/semester plus a student union fee of 72 EUR/semester
For details, please consult this link: https://www.oth-aw.de/en/international/paths-to-oth-amberg-weiden/study-service-fees-for-international-students/
The cost of living varies from approx. 750 EUR to 900 EUR.
A few scholarships are available. For further information, please visit scholarships and funding models or contact our scholarship advising team.
Applicants from outside the European Union need to have their school leaving certificate, diploma or degree verified by an independent organisation (e.g. uni-assist) before applying to the university.
Only for Indian students: The APS certificate is mandatory before uni-assist will provide you with your Vorprüfungsdokumentation/VPD.
More information on the general applications process can also be found here.
Basis admission requirements for the programme:
English language skills at B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: ALTE (Level 3), UNIcert® II, Cambridge English (First/FCE), TOEFL (min. 72), IELTS (5.0 or better), PTE Academic (min. 59) or TOEIC (min. 785)
German level A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (This is required upon entering the study programme! This means you can apply without proof of A2 level knowledge of German, but you must provide it before the first day of your first semester.)
Why is this required? A special feature of the programme is that non-native German speaking students will acquire sufficient language skills in German to be able to enter the German labour market at the beginning of the practical study semester and be able to complete the third study section partly in German with an appropriate choice of specialisation modules. This means that acquisition of German skills at a B2 level is mandatory during the first semesters.
The programme integrates practical applications in our laboratories, state-of-the-art machinery and equipment (e.g. collaborative robotics, driverless transportation system, VR, etc.) and most commonly used programming languages and software (e.g. customised SAP ERP system, BI) in as many courses as possible. An extensive digital library is available. Moodle serves as a learning platform. Access to all aspects mentioned is free of charge to students.
Winter semester application period
For the winter semester starting 1 October, you can apply from 1 May until 15 July.
Summer semester application period
For the summer semester starting 15 March, you can apply from 15 November until 15 January.
You can apply electronically during our application period on the following website: application portal.
In Weiden, there are several internationally operating companies that regularly offer internships and working student activities. As several of our international students are already working students or have part-time jobs, a network is available.
There are student dormitories as well as private apartments or rooms available in and around Weiden.
Student dorms are located within walking distance of the campus. The apartments have a small kitchen unit and a bathroom with a shower. The dorms offer a recreation room and a laundry room. All of them have special apartments for disabled students and for students with children.
Please note that there is only a limited number of rooms available in the dorms. You need to apply separately for a room in the student dorms. There might be a waiting list.
"Fischerberg” student dorm in Weiden (60 places)
Rent: 347 EUR to 370 EUR (including advance payment of running costs), deposit: 380 EUR
“Am Postkeller” student dorm in Weiden (105 places)
Rent: 379 EUR to 399 EUR (including advance payment of running costs), deposit: 470 EUR
If you do not directly get a room in the student dormitory, please check for other possible accommodations in and around Weiden. You can also refer to the following link.
For the career advisory service, please contact the Study and Career Service.
Please visit the Welcome Centre on campus in Amberg and Weiden to find out about all other general services for international students and doctoral candidates.
To get a first impression of what our university has to offer, please take a look at our short OTH Amberg-Weiden Image Film!
Portfolio and departments
OTH Amberg-Weiden is a university with a very unique and international profile. About 25% of all students studying at our university are international students. The university offers around 50 study programmes in four departments (Industrial Engineering and Healthcare, Weiden Business School, Mechanical Engineering / Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering / Media / Computer Sciences), which all reflect current developments in engineering and the economy.
The university cultivates a unique model of co-operations and partnerships with companies, guaranteeing a direct transfer of knowledge and experience between teaching and practice, science and the economy.
Study programmes
The university offers German and English taught programmes. To learn more about our programmes, take a look at the following website on our study programmes.
Services
OTH Amberg-Weiden places strong emphasis on service. A staff-to-student ratio of 1:40 ensures excellent conditions for students. Discussions during lectures, small groups and close contact between students and staff are simply taken for granted. The Student Office (Admission Office), Study and Career Service and International Office of the university are in close contact with applicants and students. The Student Office is responsible for the application and admission procedures.
Research
The OTH Amberg-Weiden is firmly rooted in the region of the Upper Palatinate, working in close collaboration with renowned regional, national and international businesses, which in turn benefit from the OTH’s expertise and innovative strength. The university has very close relationships with more than 30 member companies of the PartnerCircle, a close network of the most renowned companies in the region.
Key benefits
Weiden and Amberg with their centuries-old history offer plenty of culture, sports and culinary events. Highlights like old city celebrations, Christmas markets, sporting events, traditional Bavarian festivities, art or music festivals amongst others will make you feel at home soon.
Just see for yourself!
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