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Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen
Bachelor German Agriculture, Forestry & Nutrition

Pferdewirtschaft

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen Nürtingen · Baden-Württemberg

About the Program

The Horse Management (Pferdewirtschaft) program at HfWU works with renowned institutions such as the Competence Center for Horse Breeding and Horse Husbandry in Marbach, the Haupt- und Landgestüt Marbach, and the Fink Planning Office in Aufkirchen. In collaboration with employers, the curriculum is constantly adapted to current requirements from the industry. Current scientific findings are also incorporated into the curriculum. The program is characterized by application-oriented teaching with intensive practical relevance, professors and lecturers with many years of professional experience, practice-oriented courses with direct contact with teaching staff, exercises and project work in small groups, two teaching and experimental farms in the immediate vicinity, integration into research projects, and close cooperation with national and international institutions in horse husbandry, breeding, and equestrian sports.
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The Horse Management (Pferdewirtschaft) program at HfWU works with renowned institutions such as the Competence Center for Horse Breeding and Horse Husbandry in Marbach, the Haupt- und Landgestüt Marbach, and the Fink Planning Office in Aufkirchen. In collaboration with employers, the curriculum is constantly adapted to current requirements from the industry. Current scientific findings are also incorporated into the curriculum. The program is characterized by application-oriented teaching with intensive practical relevance, professors and lecturers with many years of professional experience, practice-oriented courses with direct contact with teaching staff, exercises and project work in small groups, two teaching and experimental farms in the immediate vicinity, integration into research projects, and close cooperation with national and international institutions in horse husbandry, breeding, and equestrian sports.

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Economics Business Management Agricultural Technology Equine Science Animal Husbandry Plant Production Horse Management Horse Breeding Horse Nutrition Equine Management Equestrian Sports

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How do I apply to Pferdewirtschaft at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Pferdewirtschaft at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen

Is Pferdewirtschaft at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Pferdewirtschaft programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Pferdewirtschaft at Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Pferdewirtschaft? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Umwelt Nürtingen-Geislingen — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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