Update September 2023
Dear partners, dear international students,
At DHBW Villingen-Schwenningen, there are currently considerable restrictions in the communication channels and services due to the suspicion of an IT security risk. Numerous services are currently not working and we are unable to receive or send emails. Any email you have sent between Tuesday, 19 September 2023 noon (German time) and today, could not be delivered. Also, the internet access on campus and the student platform moodle are unavailable. At the moment, the only way to reach us is by phone (0049 7720 3906 111). DHBW Villingen-Schwenningen will keep students, staff, partners and the public up to date (in German, you might need to use translation tools).
If you would like to nominate a student from your university for the upcoming Spring semester 2024 at DHBW Villingen-Schwenningen (March – June 2024), please call us via 0049 7720 3906 111. We are currently unable to receive nominations via our online form or mail. You will find more information about the International Semester (Academic Calendar, Course offer) below.
If you have any question, please call us at 0049 7720 3906 111.
Kind regards,
Your International Office Team
DHBW Villingen-Schwenningen
Welcome!
International students are warmly welcome at the DHBW Villingen-Schwenningen. Erasmus and exchange students can either participate in the International Semester with lectures in English, or attend the study programme in German. Programmes are specially tailored to meet the needs of international students. It is also possible to complete work placement phases in a training company or institution. Please contact our International Office if you have any questions.
International Semester
The International Semester is designed for students from our partner universities, and these can choose from numerous lectures, courses and seminars conducted in English. Students gain an initial insight into German culture and student life on the campus in an introductory week. We offer a large variety of courses in Business, Economics and Social Studies as well as lectures on intercultural competences and German language courses. As an International Semester student, you can also take part in a varied cultural programme. This includes visits to companies and trips in the surrounding region to the Black Forest, Lake Constance and other destinations well worth a visit.
Academic Calendar 2023/2024
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Semester Starts (including orientation) |
4 March 2024 |
4 September 2023 |
Semester Ends (including exams) |
28 June 2024 | 22 December 2023 |
Nomination Deadline | 30 September 2023 | 30 March 2023 |
Application Deadline | 30 October 2023 | 30 April 2023 |
Applying
All exchange students must be nominated by their home university on or before the nomination deadline. Please contact the coordinator at the International Office of your university. Applications will not be accepted without the submission of a completed nomination form.
How to apply?
After being nominated by the home university, the nominated students will need to fill in the online application form and upload the necessary attachments. Please, stick to deadlines!
Application Documents
- Transcript of Records (Grades) to date
- Scanned Copy of Passport
- Recent photo in passport format
- Copy of Health Insurance
- Official Proof of English and/or German Competency
- Accommodation form
Contact:
International Office
international@dhbw-vs.de
+49 7720-3906-111
Prerequisites
Exchange students can choose from a variety of courses taught in English within the International Semester Programme. Depending on their language proficiency and academic background, exchange students are welcome to study in German in various departments.
Language requirements:
An English test and personal student consultation is carried out at the beginning of the semester to avoid problems when selecting a course.
Required level of English:
CEFR B2 / IELTS 6.0
Other English language certifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
If you wish to study in German, a B2 level of German is required.
ECTS and Local Grades
Local Grading System | |
1,0-1,5 |
Very Good |
1,6-2,5 |
Good |
2,6-3,5 |
Satisfactory |
3,6-4,0 |
Sufficient |
4,1-5,0 |
Insufficient / Fail |
The number of credits students receive depends on the assessment, the contact hours of each class and the amount of workload students have to invest. At the end of each study period, students will be provided with a transcript of records, stating all information of the kind of lecture, grades and number of ECTS.
Studies In German
Students from partner universities can also complete semesters in German at the DHBW VS. The prerequisite for this is a level of knowledge of German equivalent to at least B2. Learning agreements for this purpose must be concluded in compliance with courses on offer in the respective study programme. An overview of all study programmes in the Business School and School of Social Work can be consulted here.
If you are interested to study in German, please contact us at international@dhbw-vs.de for further information.
Accommodation
- Own bedroom in student dormitory in a shared student apartment
- Single apartment in student dormitory
- Own bedroom in a shared student apartment from a private landlord
- Single apartment from a private landlord
European Emergency Number
This campaign aims to raise awareness amongst European and international students of the European emergency number 112, which is available everywhere in the European Union (EU), free of charge, 24/7 for the police, the emergency medical services or the fire brigade. The majority of European citizens are not aware that they can dial 112 in case of an emergency anywhere in the EU. The Erasmus agencies can play an important role in raising awareness due to their close connection with the students and education institutions. For further information please visit http://www.eena.org/
Course Offer Spring 2024
Each module is worth 5 ECTS, except language courses
Modules | Language of Instruction | Required language level |
ECTS |
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01_SS24 | Academic Writing, Presentation and Communication Skills | English | B2 | 5 |
02_SS24 | Business Culture in Germany and Europe: Cultural Aspects for Business in Germany and Europe Globalization and the EU |
English | B2 | 5 |
03_SS24 |
Current Topics: Sustainability and Environment, New Technologies & Trends, Culture & Society, Cultural Awareness, Corporate Governance |
English | B2 | 5 |
04_SS24 | Strategic Management: Business Model Innovation Strategic Management with Game Theory |
English | B2 | 5 |
05_SS24 | International Topics of Social Work: e.g. Perspectives of Social Work in post-conflict societies, Europe and Africa in International and Mutual Diplomatic Relations, Global Social Politics from an African and European Perspective |
English | B2 | 5 |
06_SS24 | Production Management & Logistics: International Operations Management |
English | B2 | 5 |
07_SS24 | Business Leadership: Innovation Management Business Leadership / Leading Teams Entrepreneurship |
English | B2 | 5 |
08_SS24 | Human Resource Management, Organization and Project Management: HRM I HRM II Project Management |
English | B2 | 5 |
09_SS24 | Intercultural Management II: * International Organizational Behavior** |
English | B2 | 3 |
10_SS24 |
Management and Ethics: * Business Ethics** |
English | B2 | 3 |
11_SS24 | Economics*: Environmental and Sustainability Economics Macroeconomics, Money & Banking*** |
English | B2 | 3 |
Module number | Additional Modules in German |
Language of Instruction | Level | ECTS |
12_SS24 | Business Management & Organization / Management, Organisation und Kommunikation in Unternehmen: Business Management Marketing Issues |
German | B1 | 5 |
13_SS24 | Production Management & Logistics / Produktionswirtschaft und Logistik: Produktionswirtschaft Logistik |
German | B2 | 5 |
Module number | Language Courses |
Language of Instruction | Level | ECTS |
14_SS24 | German Language | German | A1/A2 | 3 |
15_SS24 | Business English * | English | B1/B2 | 2 |
* Subject to timetable restrictions.
** Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of intercultural management is required, e.g. 1 or 2 semesters of similar courses at home university. Please submit a proof.
*** Prerequisites: Knowledge of microeconomics and macroeconomics is required, e.g. 1 or 2 semesters of economics at home university. Please submit a proof.
This list is updated on a regular basis. All courses are subject to change.
Course Offer Fall 2023
Each module is worth 5 ECTS, except language courses
Modules | Language of Instruction | Required language level |
ECTS |
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01_FS23 |
Academic Writing & Presentation Skills: Academic Writing Presentation and Communication Skills |
English | B2 | 5 |
02_FS23 |
Business Culture in Germany and Europe: Cultural Aspects for Business in Germany and Europe |
English | B2 | 5 |
03_FS23 | Current Topics with International Lecturers: e.g. Sustainability and Environment, New Technologies & Trends, Culture & Society, Cultural Awareness, Corporate Social Responsibility |
English | B2 | 5 |
04_FS23 | Strategic Management: Principles of Strategic Management Strategic Management with Game Theory |
English | B2 | 5 |
05_FS23 | International Topics of Social Work (Lecture Series) |
English | B2 | 5 |
06_FS23 | Applied Management: Leadership Change Management Principles of Marketing and Consumer Behavior |
English | B2 | 5 |
07_FS23 | Financial Management
Money, Currency, Monetary Policy |
English | B2 | 5 |
08_FS23 | Intercultural Management I: * Principles of Intercultural Management Intercultural Communication |
English | B2 | 5 |
09_FS23 | Business Ethics and Corporate Governance: Business Ethics, Introduction to Corporate Governance |
English | B2 | 5 |
10_FS23 | International Business and its Environment: * Principles of International Business and its Environment Globalization and International Trade |
English | B2 | 5 |
16_FS23 | Principles of Business Administration | English | B2 | 5 |
17_FS23 | Applied Intercultural Management | English | B2 | 3 |
Additional Modules in German |
Language of Instruction | Level | ECTS |
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11_FS23 | Business Management, Organization and Communication / Management, Organisation und Kommunikation in Unternehmen | German | B1 | 5 |
12_FS23 |
Principles of Management and Marketing * / Grundlagen Betriebswirtschaftslehre und Marketing * | German | B2 | 5 |
13_FS23 | Principles of Management and Banking * / Grundlagen der Bankwirtschaft * | German | B2 | 5 |
Language Courses |
Language of Instruction | Level | ECTS |
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14a_FS23 | German Language (basic) | German | A1-A2 | 3 |
14b_FS23 | German Language (advanced) | German | B1-B2 | 3 |
15_FS23 | Business English * | English | B1/B2 | 2 |
* Subject to timetable restrictions.
Update: June 2023. All courses are subject to change.
Life and Study in Germany
Information and impressions on life and study in Germany:
www.study-in-germany.de
Contact

Irene Hamacher
- Incoming Mobility
- irene.hamacher@dhbw-vs.de
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Telefon +49 7720 3906 - 552
- Gebäude F, Raum 102

Sarah Brucker
- Outgoing Mobility
- sarah.brucker@dhbw-vs.de
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Telefon +49 7720 3906 - 551
- Gebäude F, Raum 102
Claudia Rzepka
- Head of International Office
- claudia.rzepka@dhbw-vs.de
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Telefon +49 7720 3906 - 106
- Gebäude F, Raum 103

Angela di Siro
- Teamassistenz International Office
- angela.disiro@dhbw-vs.de
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Telefon +49 7720 3906 - 222
- Gebäude F, Raum 103