Business Administration and Service Management, BA Deggendorf Institute of Technology

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.

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 support you in getting connected with our practical partners and in preparing for potential interviews. However, the university does not guarantee that a contract will be offered. It is the student’s responsibility to successfully complete the application and interview process with a practical partner.

If a practical partner decides to offer you an employment contract, this contract can provide a monthly income for the remaining semesters of your Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Service Management and help cover your study and living expenses.

Having an employment contract with a practical partner is a mandatory requirement for transferring to the main phase of the study programme.

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.

Half 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.

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

The student union fee for all students will be adjusted to 87 EUR for the summer semester 2027. From the winter semester 2027/28 onwards, the student union fee will be 92 EUR.

Additionally, international students from non-EU/EEA countries are required to pay the application fee of 60 EUR.

Approx. 950 EUR per month

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

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 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.

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.

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 9,600 includes 50% 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.

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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.

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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 at our own research locations. 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.

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, southern Germany. They are close to Munich, the Austrian and Czech borders, and the Alps. Our main flagship campus is located in charming Deggendorf and is the base for most students. European Campus Rottal-Inn (ECRI) is a dynamic and multicultural study environment where all classes are exclusively in English. Campus Cham is a cosy international hub for AI and mechatronics students.

Deggendorf Campus:

The Deggendorf campus is our largest campus, and it has recently undergone a vast extension to accommodate the expanding university community. It offers a modern, student-friendly campus with comfortable spaces for studying, relaxing and socialising. All lecture rooms, science labs, facilities and service centres are based on and around campus, creating an excellent study environment.

The beautiful town of Deggendorf, home to around 40,000 residents, is situated on the banks of the Danube at the foot of the Bavarian Forest. Munich International Airport is just an hour away by car and easily accessible by public transport. Students enjoy a vibrant social life, with plenty of restaurants, cafés, pubs, cultural events and festivals to explore. Excellent cycling trails, river cruises and scenic surroundings offer countless recreation opportunities, while convenient student apartments provide a comfortable and welcoming place to live.

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.

Campus Cham:

Your future beats to the pulse of technology at Campus Cham. Our two DIT technology transfer centres seamlessly bridge academic excellence with industrial application:

• Campus Cham– Intelligent Production: A pioneer in additive manufacturing (SLS/SLM), automation, topology optimisation, and AI-driven computer vision.
• Campus Cham– Intelligent Robotics: Cutting-edge research in stationary and mobile robotics—ranging from collaborative robots (cobots) and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to reinforcement learning and assistive robotics designed to enhance everyday quality of life.

Teaching x Research x Industry = The Cham Formula

Our primary key differentiator lies in the direct synergy generated between research, teaching, and active industrial collaboration. Students work in state-of-the-art laboratories on real-world projects commissioned by leading enterprises—providing the ideal launchpad for a successful international career. You will search in vain for anonymous, large-scale lectures here. We rely on small study groups, genuine teamwork, and teaching staff who answer your questions personally.