International Business and Economics (B.A.)

Teaching language & entry conditions

Degree level

Bachelor's

Teaching language

English (optional German/Spanish modules)

Duration

6 semesters (180 ECTS)

Intake

Summer and winter semesters.

Provider says the degree can generally be completed in English, with optional Spanish/German modules; at least 135 of 170 taught credits must be in English. Includes a semester abroad.

Where you will study

Schmalkalden; one semester at a foreign partner university.

Academic and language preparation

University entrance qualification, English IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 86 for non-native speakers, and a one-page English motivation letter. The university describes a conditional entrance route for some foreign school qualifications; eligibility must be assessed individually. APS for applicable qualifications from China, India or Vietnam.

Application route and preparation

Apply through the university's online portal. Current central and programme pages publish recurring 1 September–15 November summer applications and 1 February–15 April winter applications. Check the portal for the intended 2027 intake; no separately dated 2027 call was verified.

A published programme does not mean every intake is open. Confirm the academic year, applicant category, required documents and submission deadline on the official application page.

Tuition and funding context

No general tuition for this degree. Winter 2026/27 semester contribution is €331.80; living expenses and foreign-qualification application processing are separate. A partner university may levy its own charges for a chosen dual-degree arrangement.

Application / processing charges

€50 per application for individual evaluation of a qualification obtained outside Germany.

Before you shortlist

• Compare your prior subject and modules with the curricular prerequisites.
• Check the teaching and assessment language and the accepted evidence.
• Confirm campus, modules and any compulsory attendance or placement conditions.
• Keep the current official call and record your programme-specific deadlines.