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Hochschule Osnabrück
Master German Law & Economics

Taxation

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Hochschule Osnabrück Osnabrück · Lower Saxony

About the Program

The Taxation (M.A.) program provides a generalist education in taxation. It covers areas such as income tax law, accounting, transaction taxes, international taxation, conversion, transfer of assets, anti-abuse measures, and digitalisation. The program offers electives in Professional law/office management or public law. It is an accredited contact/advanced training degree program with 90 ECTS credits, including 25 for the Master thesis. The program is comprised of three semesters with a structured curriculum: Semester 1 covers Income Tax I & II, Accounting, Transaction Tax Law, International Company Taxation, and Scientific Work. Semester 2 includes Income Tax Law III & IV, Transformation, Transfer of Assets, Anti-abuse Measures, and Digitalisation in Tax Law. Semester 3 is dedicated to the Master thesis and electives in Professional Law/Office Management or Public Law. The program uses a special block model that alternates between theory and practice, allowing students to benefit from intensive practical work with their employer.
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The Taxation (M.A.) program provides a generalist education in taxation. It covers areas such as income tax law, accounting, transaction taxes, international taxation, conversion, transfer of assets, anti-abuse measures, and digitalisation. The program offers electives in Professional law/office management or public law. It is an accredited contact/advanced training degree program with 90 ECTS credits, including 25 for the Master thesis. The program is comprised of three semesters with a structured curriculum: Semester 1 covers Income Tax I & II, Accounting, Transaction Tax Law, International Company Taxation, and Scientific Work. Semester 2 includes Income Tax Law III & IV, Transformation, Transfer of Assets, Anti-abuse Measures, and Digitalisation in Tax Law. Semester 3 is dedicated to the Master thesis and electives in Professional Law/Office Management or Public Law. The program uses a special block model that alternates between theory and practice, allowing students to benefit from intensive practical work with their employer.

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How do I apply to Taxation at Hochschule Osnabrück?

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 Taxation at Hochschule Osnabrück

Is Taxation at Hochschule Osnabrück taught in German or English? ▼

This Master 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 Taxation programme cost? ▼

2.000 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Taxation at Hochschule Osnabrück? ▼

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 Taxation? ▼

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 Osnabrück — 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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