Bachelor
German
Social Sciences
Public Administration
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit
Location: Giessen
About the Program
The Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration program lasts three years (6 semesters). It combines theoretical study periods at the Hessian University of Public Management and Security (with four campuses in Gießen, Kassel, Mühlheim and Wiesbaden) with practical training periods in training authorities. The program is modular with 15 modules totaling 180 credits, each concluding with an examination. Exams take the form of written tests, presentations, papers, oral examinations, and practical reports. From the second to fifth semester, theoretical studies are integrated with practical training periods totaling one year. In the fifth semester, students can specialize in areas such as 'Law and Social Security' or 'Social, Economics, Politics and Administrative Informatics'. The sixth semester requires completion of a thesis addressing a practical problem, combined with an internship. After submitting the thesis, the program offers a career-entry internship until the colloquium (oral thesis examination), supported by elective theoretical modules.
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The Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration program lasts three years (6 semesters). It combines theoretical study periods at the Hessian University of Public Management and Security (with four campuses in Gießen, Kassel, Mühlheim and Wiesbaden) with practical training periods in training authorities. The program is modular with 15 modules totaling 180 credits, each concluding with an examination. Exams take the form of written tests, presentations, papers, oral examinations, and practical reports. From the second to fifth semester, theoretical studies are integrated with practical training periods totaling one year. In the fifth semester, students can specialize in areas such as 'Law and Social Security' or 'Social, Economics, Politics and Administrative Informatics'. The sixth semester requires completion of a thesis addressing a practical problem, combined with an internship. After submitting the thesis, the program offers a career-entry internship until the colloquium (oral thesis examination), supported by elective theoretical modules.
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How do I apply to Public Administration at Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit?
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.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Public Administration at Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit
Is Public Administration at Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit 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 Public Administration programme cost? ▼
708 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Public Administration at Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit? ▼
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 Public Administration? ▼
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 Hessische Hochschule für öffentliches Management und Sicherheit — 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.