Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern
University of Public Administration in Bavaria
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The Public Service Hochschule in the Bundesland of Bayern (HföD) is the public administration Fachhochschule of the Free State of Bayern. It serves the education of candidates for the 3rd qualification level. The institution is owned by the Bavarian State Ministry of Finance and Interior and is directly subordinate to the Ministry.
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13 active programs · 1 English · 0 NC-frei
Bachelor (3)
Bibliotheks- und Informationsmanagement
DEBachelor of Arts (B.A.)
The Bachelor's program in Library and Information Management prepares students for careers in library and information services. The program focuses on library management, media processing, information...
View details →Library and Information Sciences -
DE+ENBachelor of Arts (B.A.)
The Library and Information Sciences Bachelor's Degree is a three-year program that prepares students for careers in library and information management. The program combines theoretical studies with p...
View details →Staatliche Sozialverwaltung
DEBachelor of Arts (B.A.)
The program aims to train staff for the third qualification level for the State Social Administration, particularly for the Bavarian Centers for Family and Social Affairs (Zentrum Bayern Familie und S...
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Other (9)
Diplom-Archivarin /Diplom-Archivar
DEOther
The program trains archivists for the 3rd qualification level (formerly known as Higher Archive Service). Since 1924, Bavaria has had a specialized career path for this qualification level. Based on t...
View details →Diplomstudiengang Polizei und Verfassungsschutz
DEOther
This diploma program trains students for the third qualification level in the Police and Constitutional Protection career path. The program prepares police officers who can work in both uniformed serv...
View details →Diplomstudium Polizei
DEOther
The Diploma in Police Studies is a structured program divided into six sections of six months each. Three sections are practical training and three are theoretical studies. Regular applicants (high sc...
View details →Fachrichtung Rentenversicherung
DEOther
This program trains employees for the third qualification level for the regional carriers of the German Pension Insurance in Bavaria. Since the 2016/2017 academic year, the training has been conducted...
View details →Justizvollzug
DEOther
The study program for Diplom-Verwaltungswirt in Prison Administration (Justizvollzug) is a dual study program that lasts 20 months, with an additional 16 months of professional practical training at a...
View details →Rechtspflege
DEOther
The dual study program in Legal Administration (Rechtspflege) alternates between theoretical education at the HföD - Department of Legal Administration in Starnberg and practical training at courts an...
View details →Studienjahrgang 2019/22 B
DEOther
This is a police training program for the study cohort 2019/22 B at the Police University of Bavaria (Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern, Fachbereich Polizei). The program trains police...
View details →Studienjahrgang 2020/23 A
DEOther
This is a police training program at the Bavarian University of Public Service (Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern), specifically for the study cohort 2020/23 A. The program prepares stu...
View details →Training of Archivists
DEOther
A professional training program for archivists at the 3rd qualification level. The program has been offered since 1924 and became part of the University of Applied Sciences for Bavarian civil servants...
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How do I apply to Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern (University of Public Administration in Bavaria) as an international student?
Non-EU applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS certificate for some countries). EU applicants apply directly. You need a recognised degree, language certificate, motivation letter and CV. After admission, open a Sperrkonto and book a visa appointment at your local German embassy.
- Pick a programme — Browse the programme list above — filter by language, degree, field.
- Verify your eligibility — Check Anabin/APS for your country and degree-equivalence rules.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF/DSH for German, IELTS/TOEFL for English-taught programmes.
- Apply via uni-assist or directly — Submit by 15 July (winter) / 15 January (summer) deadlines.
- After admission: Sperrkonto + visa — Open the blocked account, get health insurance, attend embassy interview.
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Quick answers about Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern (University of Public Administration in Bavaria)
What kind of institution is Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern (University of Public Administration in Bavaria)? ▼
Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern (University of Public Administration in Bavaria) is a public higher-education institution located in Bayern, Germany. It is recognised by the German Hochschulkompass and BMBF.
Are there tuition fees at Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern (University of Public Administration in Bavaria)? ▼
Most public German universities — including Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern (University of Public Administration in Bavaria) — charge no tuition fees for international Bachelor/Master students. You only pay a semester contribution (~150–350 EUR) which usually includes a public-transport ticket.
How can I apply to Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern (University of Public Administration in Bavaria) as an international student? ▼
Non-EU applicants typically apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS certificate for some countries). EU applicants apply directly. Documents needed: secondary school diploma, transcripts, language certificate, CV, motivation letter.
What language requirements does Hochschule für den öffentlichen Dienst in Bayern (University of Public Administration in Bavaria) have? ▼
German-taught programmes require TestDaF 4×4, DSH-2, or telc C1 Hochschule. English-taught programmes usually accept IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 90. Some Master programmes accept both languages.
What is student life like in Bayern? ▼
Living in Bayern typically costs 800–1200 EUR/month (rent, food, transport, insurance). Most cities have an active Studentenwerk that offers affordable dormitories, canteens (Mensa), and counselling.