International Programmes 2026/2027

International Wine Business (Bachelor of Science) International Wine Business (BSc)

Hochschule Geisenheim University • Geisenheim

Degree
Bachelor of Science
Course location
Geisenheim
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

Courses are held in English (100%). Further language courses are offered.

Full-time / part-time
  • full-time
Programme duration
6 semesters
Beginning
Winter semester
Application periods
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the winter semester:
until 1 September
More information on application periods
Please find more details on this website.
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

The Whole Wine World in an English-Speaking Degree Programme

Are you equally fascinated by marketing and business as well as the art of winemaking? Our English-taught BSc in International Wine Business offers you the ideal combination.

The degree course combines topics in economics with knowledge of wine-growing and winemaking. It is supported by practical projects, experts and lecturers from industry, excursions and practical training, thus equipping our graduates for various positions in the wine business.

The practically-oriented education at Hochschule Geisenheim University enjoys an excellent reputation worldwide, and the university's wide-ranging network makes it possible for our students to gain experience abroad, either in a study-exchange programme or in an internship.

Course organisation

Semi-compulsory modules – Year 1

  • International Wine Profiles (6 CP)
  • Introduction to Viticulture and Enology (2 CP)
  • English Presentations and Writing (6 CP)
  • German Language Course (6 CP)

Semi-compulsory modules – Year 2

  • Marketing Project: Southern Europe (6 CP)
  • Investment and Financing Planning (6 CP)
  • Advanced Business English (6 CP)
  • Business and Technical German (6 CP)
  • Business and Technical French (6 CP)
  • Business and Technical Italian (6 CP)
  • Business and Technical Spanish (6 CP)

Semi-compulsory modules – Year 3

  • Marketing Project: Central and Eastern Europe (6 CP)
  • Marketing Project: Asia (6 CP)
  • Marketing Project: Italy, Switzerland, Austria (6 CP)
  • Project: “New World“ Marketing (6 CP)
  • Project: Strategic Planning (6 CP)
  • Business Simulation (3 CP)

Optional modules – Year 1

  • Addiction Prevention (2 CP)
  • Economic, Agricultural and Consumer Politics (4 CP)

Optional modules – Year 2

  • Extended Excursions (2 CP)
  • E-Commerce (2 CP)
  • Project Market Research (4 CP)

Optional modules – Year 3

  • Short Excursions (3 CP)
  • Business Plan (3 CP)

Module Manual

A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
  • International guest lecturers
  • Language training provided
  • Projects with partners in Germany and abroad
  • International comparisons and thematic reference to the international context
Integrated internships

The programme includes a compulsory 12-week internship, which can be done abroad or at an international company. There is also an opportunity to complete a further internship of at least two months (voluntarily). Case studies, several field trips and practical exercises are also part of the programme.

Special promotion / funding of the programme
  • Other (e.g. state level)
Course-specific, integrated German language courses
Yes
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Tuition fees per semester
None
Semester contribution

350 EUR per semester

Costs of living

990 EUR per month (including rent of ~440 EUR)

If you have to apply for a visa or a residence permit, you will need to show 861 EUR per month for 12 months.

You student card is also valid as a Germany-wide ticket for public transport.

Funding opportunities within the university
Yes
Description of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the university

Deutschlandstipendium

Academic admission requirements

It is possible to study at Hochschule Geisenheim University if you:

  1. have a university entrance qualification comparable to the German university entrance qualification (HZB), and
  2. can provide proof of the required language skills, and
  3. can provide proof of completion of 12 weeks of the required pre-study internship before the beginning of your studies. (An important intention in our study programme is the close connection to business and to practicability, from the beginning. Therefore, we require a 12-week practical training or work experience in the wine industry prior to studies.)

https://www.hs-geisenheim.de/en/studies/prospective-students/application/information-for-international-applicants/

German language skills
No minimum language level required
English language skills
B2 required, proof via placement test/interview
Application periods
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries
For the winter semester:
until 1 September
More information on application periods
Please find more details on this website.
Submit application via
Please apply via uni-assist.
Possibility of finding part-time employment

The career service helps students find job opportunities related to the study programme.

Accommodation

~ 440 EUR per month

Career advisory services and programmes for future professionals

Yes

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Welcome event
  • Buddy programme
  • Specialist counselling
  • Cultural and linguistic preparation
  • Visa matters
  • Accompanying programme
  • Help with finding accommodation
  • Support with registration procedures

Hochschule Geisenheim University

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Geisenheim University - your tuition-free gateway to the wine industry © Geisenheim University / Woodworks / Torsten Silz
  • Long history and global reputation for excellence in wine research, innovation and wine education
  • Close links between research, teaching and practice
  • Undergraduate and graduate programmes in Viticulture, Enology and International Wine Business
  • PhD opportunities and graduate school
  • Strong international network and central hub for wine professionals worldwide
  • Close partnerships with wineries, wine organisations and industry leaders
1,500 Students

University location

  • Centrally located in Europe to explore Europe
  • Close to Frankfurt and Frankfurt International Airport
  • Peaceful, safe and charming Geisenheim with 12,000 residents
  • Located in Germany's famous wine region Rheingau
  • Rhine River & UNESCO World Heritage Site

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