Business Administration and Service Management, BA Deggendorf Institute of Technology

English in the first and second semesters; in the higher semesters partly in German

Want to start your career in a growing industry while earning money to support yourself?

Start your Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Service Management at Deggendorf Institute of Technology - where academic quality meets practical experience in the hotel industry.

Thanks to our unique concept, you can combine full-time study with paid work in the hotel industry. This allows you to finance your own living expenses while obtaining a high-quality university degree – without any financial worries.

Hotel managers enjoy an excellent reputation in Germany. Our programme specifically prepares you for specialist and management tasks in the hotel and hospitality industry – with direct practical relevance and excellent career opportunities.

Whether in reception, marketing, or operations management, you will become a sought-after manager in the service sector. Apply now and start your international career in one of Europe's most prestigious industries.

The Business Administration and Service Management programme follows a unique model of full-time dual study.

Global entry made easy: To make it easier for our international students to start their studies, 100% of the lectures in the first and second semesters are held online and in English. This allows students to participate from their home country or another location of their choice.

Afterwards, they come to the campus for face-to-face study. Lectures take place on campus in Deggendorf, Pfarrkirchen, or Cham. From the first semester onwards, German courses are also part of the programme.

1 October - 1 December for March entries (summer semester)

WURI (World University Rankings for Innovation) – Ranking 2024:

• No. 16 worldwide in the category "Leadership"
• No. 20 worldwide in the category "Global Top 300"
• No. 24 worldwide in the category "Generative AI Application"
• No. 28 worldwide in the category "Student Mobility and Openness"

Basic studies:

You will complete the first and second semesters through supervised distance learning at your home location or a location of your choice. Lectures are held in English. The first two online semesters are free of the 500 EUR service fee.

Finding a practical placement:

If you pass all your exams in the first semester, we will invite you to interviews with our practical partners. After a successful interview, you will be offered an employment contract.

This contract guarantees you a monthly income for the remaining semesters of your Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Service Management, which will finance your studies and your living expenses.

The existence of an employment contract is a prerequisite for transferring to the main course of study.

Dual main study programme:

Further study is only possible if you have a contract with a practical training company and meet additional requirements, such as German language skills at level A2 and 30 ECTS from the first semester. In the unlikely event that you have passed all your exams but still haven't found a practical training partner, we can offer you the option of switching to an alternative degree programme for your further studies.

50% of the main course of study is combined with practical work in the company. This allows theory and practice to be directly combined, enabling you to immediately apply and deepen your knowledge. You will also spend the lecture-free period in your company. In return for your work, you will receive a monthly allowance, social benefits and holiday entitlement.

Further information about the programme can be found here: https://www.th-deg.de/bs-b-en.

No tuition fees

82 EUR student union fee per semester

Additionally, the international students from non-EU/EEA countries are required to pay the application fee of 60 EUR and the service fee of 500 EUR per semester. You can find more information about these fees here: Information for international applications and students | DIT.

Approx. 950 EUR per month

Click the following link to find a financial overview for students who are living and studying here: monthly expenses.

Admission requirements

• University entrance qualification from Germany or international degrees
• Language requirements (see details below)
• Additionally advantageous: willingness to work, enjoyment of working with people, experience in the hotel and hospitality industry

Admission mode

• No admission restrictions (possibly with registration or selection procedure)
• Aptitude test
• Further information on admission and enrolment requirements

English B2, proof of German language skills A2 by the beginning of the third semester

Please find more details relating to the language requirements for this degree course here: https://www.th-deg.de/en/apply#language-requirements.

1 October - 1 December for March entries (summer semester)

If you are an enrolled DIT student, there are several opportunities to partially finance your studies through a scholarship.

Detailed information about funding opportunities is published here: https://th-deg.de/en/study-with-us/funding.

The International Office assists international students with all matters regarding accommodation.

There are several dormitories and many flats available in Deggendorf, Pfarrkirchen and Cham.

View our flat rental website for private accommodation and directly get into contact with landlords: https://pmit-ext.th-deg.de/wb/search.

For further information, please contact: accommodation-dit@th-deg.de.

The university's career service offers workshops and seminars throughout the year to help students with their job applications and interview techniques.

We provide the following:

• CV checks
• Workshops and seminars for job preparation
• University job fair

Furthermore, we offer the JOB ROCK-IT programme, especially designed for international degree-seeking students. In this programme, a clever combination of seminars, workshops and lectures provides a basic understanding of the German economy and thus enables easy access to the German labour market. This programme can help students with their final theses, and it can lead to internships or even permanent positions after graduation.

Advice and support: guidance for prospective students

We are a multi-award-winning university of applied sciences founded in 1994 and located in stunning Bavaria. Ranked as one of the best universities of applied sciences in Germany, we strive for academic excellence and are committed to producing global graduates with international degrees at multiple levels. The total student population of more than 9,100 includes 48% international students from all over the globe. The language of instruction is either English or German, depending on the degree programme. Study groups rarely include more than 50 students to ensure not only a personal atmosphere but also individual support for students to excel. All full-time degree programmes are free from tuition fees.

Explore our fields of study!

Let us inspire you:

• See the advantages of studying at DIT.
• Read through the International Prospectus.

Intensive support:

A supportive environment is vital for students to feel comfortable and do well in their studies. We go to great efforts to support our students on personal, social and academic levels. International students who wish to experience the Bavarian lifestyle in a family can join the “Host Family Programme”. “International tutors” provide social support for international students, while “study buddies” help students to understand challenging lecture content. The International Office supports with accommodation, visas, health insurance, scholarships, etc. in addition to organising an orientation week and intercultural training for all incoming internationals.

• Find out more about student support.

International experience:

Our 200 partner universities worldwide provide enrolled students with opportunities to gain experience and earn credits towards their degrees through foreign exchange semesters, or in some cases, through double-degree studies abroad.

Practical experience:

All undergraduate studies include a compulsory internship, giving students the opportunity to practice their hands-on skills. Postgraduate students have the opportunity to work on practical research and development projects on our own technology campuses. We cooperate with more than 500 companies, including global players such as BMW, MAN, Continental and Siemens, where students can gain invaluable work experience. The university's career service organises a range of practical workshops and seminars to prepare students for the job market, meaning our graduates are particularly successful in the job market; 87% enter into permanent employment directly after graduation.

Student lifestyle:

We consider a good lifestyle to be an important factor for the well-being of our students. They are supported with many facilities, such as a range of student clubs, an extensive sports programme, a big band, a campus cinema, an international week including an international food fair, and social activities or day trips organised by the Erasmus Student Network. Our annual campus open day and summer open-air music festival are firm favourites among our staff and student community.

Our three teaching campuses are located in Bavaria in Southern Germany, close to the city of Munich, the Austrian border and the Alps. Our main flagship campus is located in charming Deggendorf and is the base for most students. The European Campus Rottal-Inn (ECRI) is a dynamic and multicultural study environment where all classes are exclusively in English. The Cham campus is a cosy international hub for AI and mechatronics students.

View the campuses

Deggendorf Campus:

The Deggendorf campus is our largest campus, and it has recently undergone a vast extension to accommodate the expanding university community. It has a modern, central courtyard with a hovering deck over water where staff and students relax while having lunch, socialising, revising or just lounging. All lecture rooms, science labs, facilities and service centres are based on and around campus, creating an excellent studying environment.

The beautiful town of Deggendorf has a population of 40,000 and is located on the banks of the Danube river at the foot of the Bavarian Forest. Munich International Airport is one hour’s drive away and can easily be accessed by public transport. Our students enjoy vibrant social lives, as Deggendorf has plenty to offer: restaurants, cafés and pubs, plus many cultural festivals and events. It has an excellent network of bike trails, leisure cruise ships on the river and a surrounding hilly landscape that provides a stunning natural backdrop to enjoy countless recreational activities.

Newly built, self-contained student apartment blocks are within close walking or biking proximity to campus, the town centre and all local amenities.

European Campus Rottal-Inn:

At the European Rottal-Inn campus, all Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes are conducted exclusively in English, creating a dynamic study environment with a diverse and international student community.

The campus is nestled in the town of Pfarrkirchen among rolling, picturesque hills between the Danube and Inn rivers, close to the Austrian border. Pfarrkirchen has become culturally renowned in the area due to its exceptional art exhibitions, museum nights, festivals and events throughout the year. In summer, the old town festival tempts thousands of visitors with its multicultural culinary and musical events. All year round, students enjoy the relaxed Bavarian atmosphere in local cafés, restaurants and markets in the traditional town square. The surrounding beautiful Rott Valley has a range of appealing leisure activities, being well-known for its spas, golf courses, equestrian sports and extensive bike network.

Cham campus:

The Cham campus is our newest and most compact campus, with over 600 students, 75% being international students. Its Master's programmes are taught completely in English, and students benefit from intensive personal supervision in small study groups. The campus has a close relationship with regional and national companies in the field of mechatronics, so students learn in both an applied and scientific way.

Only a ten-minute walk from the town centre of Cham, the campus offers a unique atmosphere. Situated directly on the Regen River, students complete their studies in a relaxed and scenic country environment.

There are plenty of leisure facilities within walking distance of the campus: a leisure park with various sports facilities, a swimming pool with access to the river, a cinema, a climbing hall, shops and restaurants. It’s a great place to live and study!