E-Commerce Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences

The language of instruction is English.

The Bachelor's degree programme in E-Commerce combines elements of business administration and e-commerce with a modern, future-oriented education in the areas of digital business models and new technologies (such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, web3, the Internet of Things, or virtual reality).

We place great emphasis on the practical application and immediate implementation of our study contents. Therefore, we have jointly designed various courses in cooperation with successful regional businesses as well as leading global technology companies. This prepares you for a successful career in the fast-growing fields of e-commerce and digital business. Existing company contacts will make it easy for you as a graduate to start your career and open up outstanding career prospects. After all, e-commerce and digital business is relevant for all companies – for small businesses, medium-sized enterprises, and large global corporations.

Worth noting: The language of instruction for the degree programme is English. This will thoroughly prepare you for working in a globalised world.

• Duration: seven semesters (six instructional semesters on campus and one practical semester in a company / business organisation / own start-up project)
• Instruction mode: hybrid (on campus classes combined with online instruction)
• Study model: dual education (i.e. "duales Studium", combining education and workplace experience) is possible.

15 April – 15 September for the following winter semester

Please check the application deadlines on TH Rosenheim’s official page, as dates may be subject to change.

Here you can find a step-by-step guide on how to apply.

For international students from non-EU countries, tuition fees of 500 EUR per enrolled semester will apply from summer semester 2026. More information can be found here.

The Bachelor's degree programme in E-Commerce combines elements of business administration and e-commerce with a modern, future-oriented education in the areas of digital business models and new technologies.

Students have the option of studying abroad in their fifth, sixth, and seventh semesters. Information and advice on this option is available from the International Office at TH Rosenheim.

There is one practical semester in a company / business organisation / own start-up project integrated in the degree programme.

Our close partnerships with local businesses and global leaders in e-commerce provide students with excellent opportunities to do internships in a variety of industries and geographic areas. Student jobs are also available within our partner companies.

During an internship or student job, you will start networking with possible employers and gain valuable knowledge to build your career. An internship or student job often leads to a job offer after graduation.

500 EUR

For international students from non-EU countries, tuition fees of 500 EUR per enrolled semester will apply from summer semester 2026. More information can be found here.

97 EUR student union contribution per semester

Each student needs about 992 EUR per month to cover living expenses, student accommodation, health insurance and other related costs in Rosenheim. We recommend calculating approx. 11,904 EUR per year in total.

For international students from non-EU countries

Proof of financial resources / blocked account: With a blocked account, you can provide evidence that you have adequate financial resources during the visa application process. The presumed annual requirement that must be paid into the blocked account when applying for a visa amounts to 11,904 EUR. Please see the information from the Federal Foreign Office: www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/visabestimmungen-node/sperrkonto-seite.

A general or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification is sufficient to qualify for the study programme. Check whether you are eligible to apply at the DAAD database on admission requirements. 

More detailed information on the admission requirements is available at the course website.

In order to apply for the programme, you will need a language level of German A2 and English B2 according to the CEFR.

The following are accepted as proof of required German language skills for language level A2:

• German language diploma DSD level 1 (level CEFR A2/B1) or higher
• Goethe Certificate A2 or higher
• TELC Certificate A2 or higher
• ÖSD Certificate A2 or higher
• German language test for university admission DSH 1 or higher
• Test of German as a Foreign Language TestDaF TDN 3 or higher
• Passed German courses at a university in Germany with a minimum of 4 ECTS credits at level A2 or higher according to the CEFR
• Certificate of the examination to determine the suitability of foreign study applicants for the admission to a course of study at a university in the Federal Republic of Germany (assessment test)
• Completed German-language Bachelor‘s or Master‘s degree programme
• Completed German studies in Germany or abroad
• German at level A in the final certificate of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Applicants whose native language is German are exempt from providing proof of sufficient German language skills.

The following are accepted as proof of required English language skills for language level B2:

• Internet-based TOEFL with a score of 72 points or higher
• TOEIC with 785 points or more
• IELTS with band 6.0 or higher
• Cambridge CEFR B2 First (FCE) with Grade C (minimum 160 points) or higher
• Cambridge CEFR C1 Advanced (CAE) with level B2 (minimum 160 points) or higher
• TELC Certificate English B2 or higher
• Pearson PTE Academic, 60 points or higher
• At least six years of school English with at least the grade "sufficient“ in the senior year, as evidenced by a German language university entrance qualification or an equivalent, recognised university entrance qualification from a non-German school
• Completed English-language Bachelor‘s or Master‘s degree programme
• Completed English language studies in Germany or abroad
• Passing the "Technical English", "Business English" or a comparable English module with a grade of 3.0 or better, worth at least 4 ECTS credit points from a successfully completed German-language university degree

Applicants whose native language is English or who have successfully studied (usually at least 50 ECTS credit points or equivalent) for at least two semesters at a university in the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or Ireland are exempt from providing proof of sufficient English language skills.

15 April – 15 September for the following winter semester

Please check the application deadlines on TH Rosenheim’s official page, as dates may be subject to change.

Here you can find a step-by-step guide on how to apply.

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Students can find part-time jobs in cooperation with our partner companies in the Chiemgau/Traunstein/Rosenheim area as well as at businesses within the Munich metropolitan area or in Salzburg.

Online job market at TH Rosenheim:
You will find job postings on the internal online job market of TH Rosenheim. Chiemgau Campus also has a database that coordinates job opportunities with local partner companies.

Bavaria-wide job exchange:
You will also find interesting job offers at https://jobboerse.th-rosenheim.de/index.php/en.

More helpful tips:
Our website also provides practical advice about working in Bavaria, Germany.

Student accommodation will be available. More detailed information can be found here: www.th-rosenheim.de/housing. Information on finding accommodation, accommodation allowance, and registration requirements can be found here.

Current information on student accommodation in Traunstein and the surrounding area can be found here.

For your own research on student accommodation in Traunstein, we recommend the relevant property search portals or social media.

Applying for jobs and starting your career

The Career Centre provides students and graduates with information and advice on applying for jobs, career planning and starting out in the world of work.

International students who need assistance with writing applications have the chance to arrange individual appointments in English and German.

TH Rosenheim offers a variety of services, such as German language courses, language tandems and student tutors who assist with everyday university life, to ensure that international students feel at home in Rosenheim. To find out more, please have a look at www.th-rosenheim.de/welcome. You are also welcome to join our online information sessions for international prospective students, and you can find us on Instagram and Facebook!

Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences (TH Rosenheim): To study at Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences (TH Rosenheim) is to study in one of Germany’s most beautiful and economically attractive regions. With its high-quality and wide-ranging selection of degree programmes, excellent studying conditions, close links with industry and research, and a strong practical connection, our university offers a promising outlook – for studying, leisure time and careers. To help international students feel at home, the university offers a variety of services, such as German language courses and tutors assisting with everyday university life.

Five USPs for studying at TH Rosenheim:

• Low tuition fees for high-quality education
• Practice-oriented education with more than 100 laboratories
• A welcoming atmosphere with close contact between lecturers and students
• German language courses and career workshops for free
• Mountains on the horizon and leisure activities at every turn

Chiemgau Campus & Traunstein

Chiemgau Campus, the digital hub of the renowned Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences, is uniquely located amidst mountains and lakes, an outdoor region with excellent opportunities for students to go skiing, surfing, hiking and more. The vibrant city of Traunstein offers all amenities needed for an inspiring student life, welcoming visitors from all over the world. With the highest standards of educational quality, TH Rosenheim and Chiemgau Campus put much emphasis on a strong orientation towards business practice. At TH Rosenheim, it is particularly important that faculty maintain close contact with their students, empowering them to pursue successful careers in business practice.

Where are TH Rosenheim and Chiemgau Campus?

Rosenheim and Chiemgau Campus are located in the south-eastern part of the German state of Bavaria. Close to the Alps, it is an area rich in scenic beauty and with an impressive cultural heritage. Just a short drive away from Germany's "high-tech capital" Munich, it is also the centre of a prospering economic region. Traunstein is situated near three larger cities: Munich, Salzburg, and Innsbruck. According to the European Commission, Traunstein belongs to the "Alpine Arc" super region. This region comprises the entire German, Austrian and Italian Alpine region, which makes it one of the strongest economic regions of the European Union.