Business Information Systems – Advanced Analytics Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen University of Applied Sciences

Master of Science in Business Information Systems

The Master’s programme in Business Information Systems at Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen (THM) is an application-oriented programme that provides students with advanced scientific knowledge and practical skills at the intersection of computer science, business administration, and quantitative methods. It prepares graduates for leadership roles, strategic tasks, and research-oriented positions in software-driven industries and IT consulting.

Students choose one of three specialisations:

• Advanced Analytics (available in both English and German),

• Information Systems Engineering (German only),

• Business Engineering (German only).

Each specialisation equips students with deep expertise:

• Advanced Analytics focuses on statistical analysis, machine learning, and data-driven decision-making. Graduates are qualified for roles such as data scientists or business analysts.

• Information Systems Engineering prepares students to design, implement, and secure complex information systems.

• Business Engineering emphasises the optimisation of business processes and change management through IT solutions.

The programme can be studied in German or English, depending on the chosen specialisation. The English-taught variant is available exclusively within the Advanced Analytics specialisation and is fully taught and assessed in English.

Graduates earn the title Master of Science (MSc), which also qualifies them for doctoral studies or higher civil service positions.

Admission Requirements (German Track – “Advanced Analytics”, “Information Systems Engineering”, “Business Engineering”)

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics or a related field with a standard study duration of seven semesters (210 ECTS)
• For applicants with only 180 ECTS, conditional admission may be granted with additional coursework (up to 30 ECTS).
• Grade: minimum final grade of 2.5 (equivalent to 73%)

Admission Requirements (English Track – “Advanced Analytics”)

• Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Business Informatics or a related field with a standard study duration of seven semesters (210 ECTS)
• Grade: minimum final grade of 2.0 (equivalent to 80%)
• Aptitude test: mandatory aptitude test must be passed (details in Annex 6 of the examination regulations).

The semester contribution amounts to approx. 350 EUR per semester. This gives students access to free regional public transportation. It also includes certain discounts such as for the following: university cafeterias, a local outdoor pool, city theatre and a bike rental system. Further details can be found here: https://www.thm.de/site/hochschule/zentrale-bereiche/studiensekretariat.html/.

Possible costs of living per month:

• Rent (fully furnished room in a student hall of residence or a private shared flat): approx. 350 EUR to 450 EUR per month plus a one-time deposit
• Semester contribution fee per semester (including free public transport): approx. 350 EUR
• Health insurance: approx. 140 EUR
• Groceries: approx. 200 EUR

Other budget items include:

• Study materials
• Phone, Internet usage
• Sports, culture, leisure
• Clothes & hygiene articles

Overall, you have to provide at least 992 EUR per month or have proof of a blocked account (11,904 EUR) for the extension of your residence permit.

THM's International Career Centre offers a wide range of career planning and career entry services for international students and graduates.

https://www.thm.de/site/en/international/welcome-stay/icc.html

The "InternationalTalents@THMprofession" qualification programme supports international students in their transition to the labour market and improves their career and residence prospects through the acquisition of interdisciplinary and professionally relevant skills through individual counselling and coaching.

https://www.thm.de/site/en/international/welcome-to-stay-/career-coaching-for-international-students.html

THM provides international students with information on finding suitable and affordable accommodation.

https://www.thm.de/site/en/international/welcome-to-stay-/living-and-studying-in-central-hesse/living-internationally.html

Experience shows that demand for accommodation is highest at the beginning of each semester (April, October), so you should start looking for accommodation around the end of the previous semester (February, July) if possible.