NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences
NBS Northern Business School - Hochschule für Management und Sicherheit
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NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences, or NBS for short, is a private, state-recognized Stiftungshochschule located in Hamburg. NBS Northern Business School is part of a non-profit GmbH. Its sole shareholder and thus the operator of the Hochschule is the Norddeutsche Bildungsstiftung, headquartered in Hamburg.
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How do I apply to NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences (NBS Northern Business School - Hochschule für Management und Sicherheit) 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 NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences (NBS Northern Business School - Hochschule für Management und Sicherheit)
What kind of institution is NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences (NBS Northern Business School - Hochschule für Management und Sicherheit)? ▼
NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences (NBS Northern Business School - Hochschule für Management und Sicherheit) is a public University of Applied Sciences (HAW/FH) located in Hamburg, Germany. It is recognised by the German Hochschulkompass and BMBF.
Are there tuition fees at NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences (NBS Northern Business School - Hochschule für Management und Sicherheit)? ▼
Most public German universities — including NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences (NBS Northern Business School - Hochschule für Management und Sicherheit) — 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 NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences (NBS Northern Business School - Hochschule für Management und Sicherheit) 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 NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences (NBS Northern Business School - Hochschule für Management und Sicherheit) 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 Hamburg? ▼
Living in Hamburg typically costs 800–1200 EUR/month (rent, food, transport, insurance). Most cities have an active Studentenwerk that offers affordable dormitories, canteens (Mensa), and counselling.