Civil Engineering and Construction Management Biberach University of Applied Sciences

The Bachelor's degree programme in "Civil Engineering and Construction Management"  is a six-semester full-time study programme of 180 credit points (CP).

The double degree programme is taught by teaching staff of HBC and VGU as well as by other qualified personnel. It is accredited by a certified German accreditation agency.

In order to award the degree of HBC and the degree of VGU, the following requirements must be met:

• Graduates must have successfully completed all required modules of the Bachelor’s programme, in total 180 CP.
• Students must spend at least one semester at the partner university abroad: VGU students at HBC in Germany and HBC students at VGU in Vietnam. At least 30 ECTS must be achieved.
• The Bachelor’s thesis must be written in English and supervised by a lecturer of HBC and VGU.

The programme is divided into three stages of study:

• The first stage of study (Level 1) includes the first and second semesters with the basic engineering modules, which are standardised for all students.
• The second stage of study (Level 2) includes the third to fourth semesters with the core civil engineering modules, which are uniform for all students.
• The third stage of study (Level 3) includes the fifth and sixth semesters with the modules of specialisation and mandatory and elective modules.

Programme structure

Vietnamese German University (VGU)

The two-month internship shall take place on building sites in construction-related professions. The trainee shall retain an inside knowledge of individual construction methods and economic and social aspects of the construction site. Applicants who have completed their vocational training in a construction-related profession will generally be exempted from the internship.

Admission requirements

• High school graduation certificate / transcript
• Entry examination (TestAS) at VGU

Included in tuition fees

During a stay in Germany at HBC, approx. 90 EUR per semester

The living expenses at VGU / in Vietnam are quite low compared to other Asian countries.

Scholarships for Bachelor's Programmes - Vietnamese-German University

Intensive guidance and counselling is provided by the Department of Engineering through professors, lecturers and assistants.

Dormitory

BIBERACH UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

Biberach University of Applied Sciences is located in Southern Germany between Stuttgart, Munich and Zurich. Its academic focus is on construction, energy, biotechnology and business administration, with teaching, research and knowledge transfer centred on the careful use of resources and innovative developments in healthcare and medicine.

The faculties of Architecture and Energy Engineering, Civil Engineering and Project Management, Biotechnology, and Business Administration are closely connected to professional practice and work across disciplines. The university is known for excellent teaching and research, and the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Project Management has ranked among the top in the CHE ranking in Germany for many years. As a small but outstanding university, Biberach is recognised for its practice-oriented programmes and agile way of working.

The campus is international, diverse and open-minded, offering an attractive range of courses that prepare students for the professional world of tomorrow. With numerous laboratories, studios and workshops, students have ideal conditions to develop their skills and realise their potential. The university also supports environmentally friendly and climate-neutral technologies through public events, student programmes and research activities. Beyond graduation, a strong network of academic and business partners, together with continuing education opportunities, helps alumni develop further.

VIETNAMESE-GERMAN UNIVERSITY

The Vietnamese-German University (VGU) is one of Vietnam’s most distinctive international higher-education institutions. Founded in 2008, it was established through close cooperation between the Vietnamese and German governments, with the aim of creating a research-oriented university modelled on German academic standards. Today, VGU is regarded as an important bridge between Vietnam and Germany in the fields of education, science, and innovation.

Located in the Ho Chi Minh City area, VGU offers a modern academic environment with a strong international outlook. English is used as the official language of instruction, which makes the university especially attractive for students who want to study in a global setting. Its campus supports an international learning atmosphere and reflects VGU’s ambition to combine Vietnamese dynamism with German academic quality.

VGU is known for its focus on engineering, technology, economics, and management. The university works closely with German partner universities and institutions, allowing students to benefit from internationally aligned curricula, research collaboration, and practical connections to industry. This partnership-based model gives students access to high academic standards while also preparing them for careers in an increasingly global job market.

Another important strength of VGU is its emphasis on innovation and applied research.

BIBERACH UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

The university is a campus university with two locations: the Stadt campus in the heart of Biberach and the Aspach campus just a few kilometres away. Short distances and a direct line to university staff make it easier to work and live together. We are located in Biberach — and at home in the world!

VIETNAMESE-GERMAN UNIVERSITY

VGU’s location is a major advantage. Situated near Ho Chi Minh City in one of Vietnam’s most dynamic economic regions, the university offers students strong access to internships, company partnerships, networking, and career opportunities. At the same time, the broader Binh Duong–Ho Chi Minh City area is closely linked to innovation, industry, and development, which makes it especially attractive for fields such as engineering, technology, and economics.