B.Sc. German 6 Semesters

Geographie: Gesellschaft und Umwelt (vormals: Geographie)

Universität Bayreuth Bayreuth, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

B.Sc.

Duration

6 Semesters

Type

Undergraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)

Until Mar 2027

Language

German

Campus

verkehrs Bayreuth

Intakes per Year

Intake

Winter

IELTS

6.5

German Requirement

German-taught programmes: proof of at least B2 German at application (rule unless regulati...

Entrance Test

NC (restricted admission)

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Universität Bayreuth

Universitäten · Bayern

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

semester fee:: €130 semester contribution

Non-EU / International

tuition:: €0 tuition, €130 semester contribution

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The B.Sc. programme in Geographie: Gesellschaft und Umwelt (vormals: Geographie) is offered by Universität Bayreuth, an Universitäten in Bayreuth, Germany, with a standard duration of 6 semesters (approximately 3 years). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). GradGermany guides international students through the complete application process for German universities — including document preparation, language requirements, visa processing, and finding accommodation.

Language Requirements

German DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4 or Goethe/telc C1+ (B2 min at application, C1 at enrolment)

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

English-taught programmes require proof set by each programme's regulations, usually CEFR B2 or higher. University guidance (not a university-wide minimum): B2 = IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 (new scoring from 21.01.2026: 4.0), PTE Academic 60, Cambridge First grade B / Advanced grade C(180-192), UNIcert II pass; C1 = IELTS 7.5, TOEFL iBT 95, PTE 76, Cambridge Advanced grade B / Proficiency pass, UNIcert III pass. Home/online editions of TOEFL, IELTS, CAE and PTE accepted; Duolingo/Linguaskill NOT accepted.

German Language

German-taught programmes: proof of at least B2 German at application (rule unless regulations differ); enrolment requires B2, C1 or DSH-2 depending on programme. Accepted certificates: DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x TDN 4 (when C1/DSH-2 required; TestDaF min 17 points for M.A. Intercultural German Studies), or DSH-1 / TestDaF 14 points no part below TDN 3 (when B2 required); plus DSD II, OESD Zertifikat C2/B2, Goethe-Zertifikat C2/B2, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule / telc Deutsch B2, IIK Bayreuth C1/B2 certificates. English-taught master applicants additionally need German A1 (Goethe/OESD/telc/IIK/Unicert A1), submittable up to end of 2nd semester.

Entrance Test

NC (restricted admission)

Verified from the university's official page

Application Periods

Bewerbungsfristmit Nicht-EU-Staatsangehörigkeit: 15. April

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Geographie: Gesellschaft und Umwelt, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Geographie: Gesellschaft und Umwelt, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Hochschulzugang: allgemeine bzw. einschlägige fachgebundene Hochschulreife oder berufliche Qualifikation
Für internationale Studieninteressierte mit deutscher Hochschulzugangsberechtigung (Abitur) gelten die Fristen für deutsche Staatsangehörige.
Zulassungsbeschränkung keine Hochschulzugang

Additional Requirements

mit deutscher oder EU-Staatsangehörigkeit:
deutschem Bildungshintergrund

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Bayreuth

Subject Groups

Social Sciences & Psychology Environmental & Sustainability

Study Fields

Geographie

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Universität Bayreuth welcomes international applicants for its B.Sc. in Geographie: Gesellschaft und Umwelt (vormals: Geographie) in Bayreuth. You will typically need a recognised secondary school certificate (or equivalent), language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 6 semesters (approximately 3 years).

This programme is taught in German. You will need to prove German proficiency, typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4. Some universities accept Goethe-Zertifikat C1.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

You can apply via uni-assist or directly through the university's admissions portal. GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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