International Economics and Sustainability (B.A.)
Bachelor of Arts
Global thinking, sustainable business: Your way to shape the future
You don't just want to study economics, you want to play an active role in shaping a sustainable society?
On the bilingual Bachelor's degree program in International Economics and Sustainability, you will focus on innovative solutions for the society of tomorrow. You can can expect a challenging economics course with a high level of practical relevance and an integrated semester abroad.
Figures, data and scientific analyses will be your tools to support companies and authorities on the path to climate neutrality or to advocate for intergenerational justice in international organizations. Societies around the world need committed people who critically scrutinize existing systems and develop them in a future-proof way.
We bring together economics and sustainability - are you part of it?
Degree program at a glance
- Degree
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Type of study
First degree
- Start of studies
Winter semester
- Standard period of study
7 semesters
- Admission restriction
No
- Location
Osnabrück – Caprivi Campus & Campus Westerberg
Career prospects
The degree programme qualifies students for a wide range of activities. You will use your analytical skills and business expertise to shape companies and organisations for the future - in Germany or abroad. Here are some examples:
- Consultant in corporate and political consulting
- Sustainability & Social Responsibility Officer in public institutions (e.g. ministries, chambers, authorities)
- Project Manager at non-governmental organisations (you may know Transparency International or Oxfam)
- Consulting Expert at international organisations (e.g. German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ))
- Sustainability Manager in industrial, commercial and service companies
- Founder of companies with sustainable business models
and many more
Would you like to deepen your academic knowledge? Complete a Master's degree after your Bachelor! Many of our graduates go on to study for a Master's degree in Economics, Business Administration or Politics.
You have the opportunity to continue your studies at Universities of Applied Sciences as well as at Universities, in Germany or abroad. However, the admission always depends on the respective Master's program.
These Master's programs at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences can be an exciting addition to your profile as a graduate of the Bachelor's degree in International Economics and Sustainability:
- M.A. Business Management: Master's in Business Administration. You will choose one of three career profiles (German)
- M.A. Controlling und Finanzen: The name speaks for itself. You will study the management and financing of organizations in depth (German)
- M.A. International Business and Management: Get ready for leading positions in international companies and organizations (English)
- M.A. Kommunikation und Management: Learn strategic organizational communication, e.g. in crisis and change management processes (German)
- M.A. Management in Nonprofit-Organisations: Steering social discourse and driving transformative change (English)
You are qualified to do a doctorate after completing your Master's degree.
The mandatory semester abroad and the internship were particularly valuable for me. As a result, I found out where I was heading after graduation. I was able to start working at my previous internship position straight after my bachelor's degree. Now I'm working there as an Environmental Management Project Manager.
In my job, I need many of the skills that are currently and will be required in the future such as IT skills, English language skills and an understanding of global economic contexts - which can often be explained mathematically!
Yes, there is a lot of math involved in the course and you should be aware of that beforehand. But you shouldn't let that put you off, because the practical relevance to current economic topics means that the connections are quickly understood. And a few modules also manage (almost) without formulas :-).
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Profile Robin Biermann
Vocational training as an Industrial Clerk
Study Abroad Semester at Cape Peninsula University in Cape Town, South Africa
Internship at Hellmann Process Management (hpm) in Osnabrück, Department Consulting Environmental Management
Bachelor's degree in 2023
Today he works as a Project Manager Consulting Environmental Management, Hellmann Process Management (hpm)
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The course is a great mix of theoretical input, practical case studies and scope for personal reflection and discussion. I've learned that economic activities are always closely linked to the interests of other social actors and political institutions - including conflicts of interest.
During my studies, I was particularly interested in the topic of sustainability in relation to economic growth, because this is probably one of the greatest social challenges of our time. I was able to delve deeper into these topics in a Master's degree and my doctorate.
In my professional field - Management Consulting - I feel very well positioned for the future because I can look at problems from different perspectives and thus recognize different approaches to solutions.
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Profile Dr. Meike Niederau
Study Abroad Semester at Tallinn University, Estonia
Internship at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, Berlin
Bachelor's degree in 2016
Master's degree in Politics and Sustainability, Bremen University of Applied Sciences
Doctorate (Dr. rer. pol.) with the topic "The role of trainees in the context of sustainable corporate transformation"
Today she works as a Senior Associate in the Sustainability platform at PwC Germany
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The course was just right for me.
In the lectures, current economic topics are examined critically and objectively at the same time.
You can feel the professors' enthusiasm for their modules!
I particularly enjoyed the topics of growth and development and behavioral economics.
I find the connections between social cohesion and economic development simply fascinating.
That's why I did a Master's in Behavioral Economics after my Bachelor's degree.
I was able to develop a lot academically and interculturally. It's now benefiting me in my job as an Economist in Africa.
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Profile Phillip Wichmann
Study Abroad Semester at Shanghai University of International Business and Economics, China
Internship at Sparkasse Bremen AG in securities and portfolio management
Bachelor's degree in 2020
Master's degree in Economics (Tübingen) and Behavioral Economics (Nottingham)
Today he is an ODI Fellow and works as an Economc Advisor, Somalia/ Somaliland Ministry of Finance
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Robin, Meike and Philipp are graduates of the previous Applied Economics degree program. However, their careers represent the skills profiles of the enhanced International Economics and Sustainability degree program.
You need a global perspective to really understand economics and sustainability. You will discover this in many places during your studies. You also have numerous opportunities to expand your intercultural and language skills. For example by the semester abroad, international block weeks, as a buddy for visiting students or through courses held in English. You will definitely work together with international students from partner universities.
Foreign languages
In addition to business English, you can learn other languages or improve your previous knowledge, e.g. in French, Spanish, Chinese or Russian.
Study abroad semester
You will spend a semester abroad at one of our 100+ partner universities. We have clearly structured the information and application process. We will give you any support you need before, during and after your stay abroad. We'll also give you tips on financing your study abroad semester.
Bilingual studies
Courses are held in English (up to 65%) and German (min. 35%). You can freely choose your amount of English and German courses within this range. However, studies start mostly in German, so you must have a good command of German from the outset (C1 CEF).
Studienvarianten: Bilingual - Hauptsprache Deutsch & Bilingual Hauptsprache Englisch
We will be happy to support you in perfecting your German language skills, e.g. through our four week International Summer Language School and/or Academic German language courses during the semester.
If you will have studied at least half of your degree in English, you will receive the "International Economics Certificate".
Certificate International Economics
- You complete at least 50% of your studies in English
- Start between 1st and 3rd semester
- Internship outside of Germany | alternatively in Germany with an international focus
Certificate China Competence
- 2 Courses from China's economy . Intercultural China Competence . Doing Business in China (subject to availability)
- Chinese language course(s)
- Semester abroad in China
- Certifikat China Competence
Summer Schools & Co.
Some international partner universities offer two- to four-week summer or winter schools during the semester break. The usual language of communication is English. This is usually a combination of different elements such as lectures, language courses, cultural programs, etc. A great opportunity to get to know another country! Osnabrück UAS also organizes an International Summer University every summer, in which many internationals as well as students from Osnabrück UAS can take part.
International Block Week
Every semester, regular courses stop for one week. Instead, students can take part in block week seminars. You will discuss current topics from business and society, viewed from different perspectives, and develop innovative ideas and solutions. Guest lecturers from international partner universities contribute their expertise and enable you to gain intercultural experience on site in Osnabrück.
Another top result in 2024: 96% of students recommend studying at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (UAS)!
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Studying and learning
Your courses will take place both on the CapriviCampus and on the Westerberg Campus. It takes about 8 minutes to walk from one campus to the other or about 3 minutes by bike. Bibliothek, Mensa and CaféLounge are located at Westerberg, on CampusCaprivi there is a Bistro in a former tank workshop.
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Life and living
Do you know Osnabrück! With its 165,000 inhabitants, you will discover an exciting cultural, club and leisure scene. Osnabrück on Instragram
Have you ever heard of the Terrassenfest Osnabrück? It is organized by our students and is the largest student-run festival in northern Germany!
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NEO - Nachhaltges Engagement Osnabrück
NEO - Sustainable Engagement Osnabrück is a cross-faculty initiative of students. It offers a great platform for exchanging ideas about sustainable development - ecological, social, economic, cultural - and trying things out. NEO is involved with projects in the university landscape and society, e.g. with the consumption-critical city tour.
KlimaTeller
In the award-winning canteen of the Studierendenwerk, you will find climate-friendly dishes with products from the region every day. A dish is awarded the KlimaTeller if it causes at least 50% less CO2 emissions than a comparable dish. Of course, vegetarian and vegan delicacies are also available every day.
Flexible mobility for students - fast, affordable and sustainable
Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences promotes climate-friendly and innovative mobility solutions for students – like using the CampusCard for Carsharing offers, the StudiBulli e.g. for your move or the Ride2Repair Fahrrad-Werkstatt.
Sustainable Osnabrück
There is a lot going on in Osnabrück when it comes to sustainability. From the bicycle parking garage at the train station to the sustainable city plan and the Vorreiterkonzept Klimaschutz - take a look!
Contact
Would you like to talk to someone about the International Economics and Sustainability degree program, ask specific questions or simply find out more? Then we look forward to hearing from you via one of the following contact options.
Advice and information
Program coordinator
Contact the study program coordinator and get advice:
Phone: 0049 541 969-2218
E-Mail: e.brueggemann@hs-osnabrueck.de
Program management
Program director
Application, admission and exams
Registrar's office