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Study in Deggendorf, start your career in a growing industry, and earn money for your living expenses at the same time? Absolutely! Begin your Bachelor's in Business Administration and Service Management at Deggendorf Institute of Technology and embark on a journey to your dream job in tourism and events.

Worried about balancing study and finances? Not here! At DIT, we offer a unique concept that combines study and work. You'll earn a high-quality degree and work in a partner company, ensuring financial stability and a smooth career entry in Germany.

Starting in the summer semester of 2025, our new programme will partner with upscale hotels. This combination of theory at the university and practice in hotel operations qualifies you for specialist and leadership roles in the hospitality industry, with more fields to follow.

In tourism and related services, direct customer contact is key, offering knowledge, time, and attention instead of physical products. Guest satisfaction is paramount in hospitality, but behind-the-scenes organisation and teamwork are also vital. This diversity makes the industry economically significant.

The sector's dynamic growth and demand for skilled workers ensure secure jobs and excellent earning and development opportunities in Germany and worldwide. Build your career and life where others vacation and make people happy along the way!

Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Duration: 7 Semesters

ECTS-Points: 210

Start: Summer semester 2025

Location: Deggendorf, Pfarrkirchen and Cham

Taught in: English on the 1st and 2nd Semester and partly in German on the higher semester.

Application Period: 1 October - 1 December

Admission requirements:

• General German university entrance qualification, or please check your eligibility at the DAAD if you own an international qualification
• Language requirements
• Successfully completed admission test
  • Application for the admission test
• Additionally advantageous: dedication, enjoyment in working with people, and experience in the hotel and hospitality industry

Specialisations:

• Hospitality Management
• Additional specialisations are under development

Postgraduate degrees:

• Master International Tourism Development

Fees:

• €72 student union fee per semester
• International students from non-EU/EEA countries are required to pay service fees for each semester. Click here to read about our service fees.
  For this programme the first two online semesters are free of charge.

Contact:

• General information about studying at DIT: Advice & Support

The Business Administration and Service Management is a full-fledged Bachelor's programme with an internationally recognised degree. It follows a unique dual study model and spans seven semesters.

As a university, we provide the theoretical foundation and enable you to organise your studies through flexible study and time models with intensive support.

To ease the transition for international students, the lectures for the first two semesters are conducted 100% online and in English. This allows you to participate from your home country or any location of your choice. Subsequently, you will come to the Deggendorf campus for on-site studies. German courses are also part of your studies from the first semester.

During the main study period starting from the third semester, you will alternate between time at the university (theory phase) and at a renowned hotel company (practical phase). This allows you to apply the knowledge gained directly in practice.

Focus on your studies while simultaneously financing your living expenses. You will receive a monthly salary from your practical employer, giving you, as an international student, the opportunity to build a life and career in Germany.

Your advantages of a dual study programme

• Financing Your Studies: A fixed monthly income ensures your financial independence. Typically, our practice partners pay €1,000 in the first year, €1,100 in the second year, and €1,200 in the third year, gross. The best part: practical days are an integral part of your studies, allowing you to earn money without additional stress.
• Excellent Career Opportunities: Partnering with a company significantly increases your career and retention prospects.
• Benefit from Our Network: Leverage our network of practice partners. We actively support you in finding a partner company.
• We Support You: We assist you with all questions related to your dual studies and offer numerous support services.
• No Blocked Account Needed: As an international student in this dual programme you do not need to prove a blocked account since you receive a monthly income. This helps you quickly establish yourself in Germany.
• Faster Visa Process: The dual study format simplifies the visa process.
• Why DIT: DIT offers a multicultural and family-friendly environment with excellent support services. Learn more about the benefits of studying at DIT: Why Study at DIT?

Foundation Studies

The 1st and 2nd Semester are completed via supervised distance learning from your home or any location of your choice. The lectures are conducted in English.

Finding a practical placement

Once you have passed all your exams in the first semester, we invite you to interviews with our partner companies. 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, financing both your studies and living expenses.

Having an employment contract is a prerequisite for transitioning to the main study phase.

Dual Main Study Phase

Continuing your studies from the 3rd semester onwards is only possible if you have a contract with a practical company. In the unlikely event that you pass all exams but cannot find a partner company, we can offer you a transition to an alternative study programme.

Half of the main study phase is combined with practical work. This structure allows you to apply and deepen your knowledge immediately. You will also spend non-lecture periods at your company, receiving a monthly salary, social benefits, and vacation entitlement.

Application with a German qualification

1.  Step: Submit an online application to Deggendorf Institute of Technology with the required documents via the Primuss portal.

2. Step: If you meet the entry requirements for the programme, you will receive an admission offer.

Application with an International Qualification:

1. Step: Submit an online application to Deggendorf Institute of Technology with the required documents via the Primuss portal.

2. Step: Complete an assessment test

3. Step: If you pass the assessment test, you will receive an admission offer.

With a good degree, a job in your partner company or another company in Germany is almost guaranteed. You can also start a career in other parts of the world, as the service sector is economically significant in many countries.

In your partner company, you will go through various departments, gaining a comprehensive insight into the business, preparing you well for your career.

Direct customer contact is a key part of your role in the hotel and hospitality industry. You are responsible for the satisfaction of both guests and staff, suppliers, and service providers. As a manager, you handle personnel management, business model development, process digitisation, marketing, and administrative tasks in Food & Beverage, Housekeeping, and Reception.

The comprehensive training at DIT also enables you to pursue a career in other service industries, such as trade fairs, amusement parks, or travel agencies.

Overview of the courses (From the Study and Examination Regulations), Weekly Semester Hours (SWS) and ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) for the Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Service Management.