International Tourism Management (Cruise Business / Innovation) Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences

International Tourism Management is a business management degree programme, whereby you can focus on the cruise market or innovations. Our students are trained for roles in product management, marketing, sales and human resources. Possible employers range from destination management organisations, tour operators, shipping companies, and hotels to consulting firms. Due to the broad nature of this study programme as well as the internationality and the practical relevance of the programme, our graduates have very good career opportunities.

The Bachelor's degree programme in International Tourism Management BA is a four-year full-time programme, and 240 credit points are earned with the degree. Students gain an overview of economic action and decision-making, how companies function, and how products are designed and resources are managed. Throughout the degree programme, students work on a number of projects where the theoretical knowledge can be applied in practical cases – current challenges of the tourism industry, individual tourism companies and society are addressed. In this way, students not only gain important practical experience but also make a valuable contribution to society and develop personal skills in a career-oriented manner. In the fifth and sixth semesters, students work abroad, whereby a semester abroad can be integrated.

The first four semesters introduce the basics of business administration and provide a comprehensive insight into the various disciplines in tourism (tour operators, hotel industry, destinations, etc.). The third year includes a year abroad to gain practical experience in the international tourism market. The final year of study focuses primarily on developing management skills within the chosen specialisations: Cruise Business or Innovation.

The essential requirement for admission into the ITM programme is the successful acquirement of a higher education entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife, high school diploma, A-Levels, Baccalaureat, Gao Kao, etc.). Non-European applicants need to apply via uni-assist.

420 EUR

The semester contribution includes a semester ticket covering public transport on all local public transport services nationwide.

Living costs in Bremerhaven are quite low in comparison to other German cities. The estimated amount of 800 to 1,100 EUR per month should be sufficient to cover basic expenditures. However, the amount of money spent by the students depends very strongly on their standard of living. Here is a rough estimation of monthly costs:

• health insurance: 110 EUR (for non-EU applicants)
• rent: 350 to 500 EUR
• food and other expenses: 350 to 450 EUR

Students may work up to 140 days (or 280 half days) per year. The university offers student jobs (student tutor, lab assistant, etc.) currently at a rate of 14.28 EUR per hour (as of 1 February 2025).

The Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship) provides support to students who show excellent academic achievements and also engage in voluntary activities. Students can apply for funding of 300 EUR per month. The scholarship does not count towards BAföG and does not need to be repaid. The programme is financed by regional companies, institutions, foundations, private individuals and the Federal Ministry for Education and Research with equal shares. In addition to the financial support, scholarship holders are also backed by regional sponsors. Sponsors and scholarship holders meet regularly for events, which are organised by the university together with the scholarship holders. Personal contact between the sponsors and the scholarship holders is also encouraged.

DAAD STIBET I scholarships for international students (graduation; outstanding commitment; equal opportunities)

The Career Service Centre is the intersection between the university and the job market. It supports students with information and personalised advice on starting their career. 

The Career Service Centre provides:

• coaching for students, such as: guidance and portfolio checks
• mock interviews
• seminars and workshops in cooperation with external providers, in order to prepare students for their career start

Accommodation is available through the Student Service Office (Studierendenwerk Bremen) or on the private market. A single room in a shared flat costs approx. 300 EUR/month. One-room flats cost approx. 500 EUR/month. Private accommodation can be found online:

• International Office
• ASTA Bremerhaven

Here at Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences, we are enthusiastic about teaching, learning and research. More than 20 Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in engineering and technology, natural sciences and economics prepare you for complex social contexts in a practical and sustainable way. Our focus is on your personal development – because our passion is to unlock individual potential, to motivate people, to connect them in a strong university community and, in this way, to ensure sustainable progress in the region. Appreciating one another is important to us, and we transform the contributions of individuals into team successes.

The key feature of our university is its maritime profile, being located directly on the Weser estuary in the North Sea.

Our campus is located in the Bremerhaven city centre and is easily accessible by public transport. Thanks to the university's compact size, the buildings are within easy reach of each other. So between classes there is even time for a drink at the student café. What's more, we are the "seaside university" for good reason – if you want to breathe in the fresh sea air after a hard day's work, you can get to the Weser dyke and the Havenwelten maritime district in just five minutes.