Frequently asked questions

The University of Bamberg uses HISinOne to manage applications and enrolment from prospective students. The site can be accessed at join.strategy-sustainability.de. Select 'Prospective Student' and create a HISinOne account by registering for the portal. You can then apply for the SAS programme.

If you want to begin your SAS studies in the winter semester, the application deadline is September 15th.

If you plan to join SAS in the summer semester, the application deadline is the March 15th.

The M.Sc. Strategy & Sustainability commenced in the winter semester 2024/2025. An overview of application and admission figures can be found on the following page: SAS applications in numbers

The aptitude test is not an exam or standardized test. The aptitude test refers to a thorough review of your application by the SAS academic directors. Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded to the University of Bamberg's application portal. Only complete applications will be reviewed, and admission can only be granted if all necessary documents are submitted.

To demonstrate your English language proficiency as an international applicant, you must achieve one of the following: (1) an IELTS score above 6.5, (2) a TOEFL score above 90, or (3) a telc B2 score with at least 135 points in the oral exam and 45 points in the written exam. You are required to submit one of these standardized test results. For example, a letter from your former university confirming that your studies were conducted in English is not sufficient.

To demonstrate your English language proficiency as a native German applicant, you must achieve one of the following: (1) German university entrance qualification (Abitur), (2) an IELTS score above 6.5, (3) a TOEFL score above 90, or (4) a telc B2 score with at least 135 points in the oral exam and 45 points in the written exam. 

No, the B2 English language level is a mandatory requirement at the time of application and cannot be submitted later.

There are several reasons for this. Firstly, we want to ensure that you do not regret your decision to join SAS. To feel at home in Bamberg and navigate daily life, a basic knowledge of German is essential - whether for finding accommodation or dealing with local authorities. Secondly, we believe that language plays a crucial role in integration. Unlike many other countries, Germany does not charge tuition fees but invests significantly in all students as a community. Ideally, you will stay in Germany after your studies and pursue a career here. German language skills are key to this, and you will naturally improve them during your time in Bamberg, even outside of your studies. Through taxes and social security contributions, you will have the opportunity to give back to the community and actively contribute to society.

To demonstrate your German language proficiency as a non-native speaker who did not receive his/her school education in Germany, you must achieve one of the following: (1) Goethe-Zertifikat A2, (2) telc Deutsch A2, or (3) ÖSD Zertifikat A2. You are required to submit one of these standardized test results. A “Medium of Instruction” certificate is not accepted. Please note that the proof of language proficiency must be provided even if you have completed your Bachelor's degree as an international student at a German university or in a cooperative program with a German university.

As a native German applicant you do not have to provide a proof of German language proficiency.

No, the A2 German language level is a mandatory requirement at the time of application and cannot be submitted later.

There are currently no tuition fees for the M.Sc. in Strategy and Sustainability. This applies to domestic as well as international students. 

However, semester charges (includes ticket for public transport) of approximately 120 Euros have to be paid each semester.

Yes, international students are allowed to work.

Students from the EU/EEA/Switzerland

If you are a student with citizenship in a member state of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland you may take up any type of work in Germany under the same conditions as German students. If you are a student with citizenship in a member state of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland you may take up any type of work in Germany under the same conditions as German students.

If you are a student with citizenship in the EU/EEA countries/Switzerland and have a part-time student job or a paid internship in Germany, you must take out health insurance in Germany. Your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is then no longer valid.

Students from third countries

International students from third countries are allowed to work in Germany for 140 full or 280 half working days per year. This is noted in the (supplementary sheet to your) residence title. Alternatively, employment of up to 20 hours per week is also permitted. Additional approval from the foreigners’ registration office is not necessary in these two cases. 

More precisely: 

• Only the working days that are actually worked are counted. This means holidays, public holidays and sick days are not counted.
• Half working days are working days with up to 4 working hours.
• These are calculated for each calendar year. For example: if the employment contract starts on 1 July, the complete 140 full/ 280 half working days can be worked until the end of this calendar year on 31 December.
• Days on which a voluntary internship is undertaken also count towards these 140 full or 280 half working days. However, compulsory internships as part of a degree programme do not count.
• If you wish to work more than the permitted number of days you need prior and written approval from the foreigners’ registration office. 

International students from third countries (§16b Residence Act) are only allowed to work as fee-based workers or self-employed persons with the permission of the foreigners’ registration office. As a rule, self-employed persons are those who invoice the employer for work performed (fee-based).

This information represents the current legislation, which could be subject to change. More detailed information can be found in this brochure: Job regulations for international students in Germany