What can I study at the Ohm?

At the Ohm, we offer a wide range of interesting bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes in the fields of engineering sciences, social sciences, business, and design. In general, bachelor’s programmes last seven semesters, while master’s courses take three.

Click here for an overview and some brief information on the individual programmes.

Most degree programmes are taught in German. Information on programmes taught in English can be found on this page.

The Ohm is a university of applied sciences.

What language skills do I need?

To study a programme taught in German at the Ohm you will need a certificate demonstrating very good C1-level language skills. You can still apply for a study place in a bachelor’s degree programme even if you do not yet have the language certificate at the time of application. You will need to present the certificate upon enrolment at the latest. The language certificates listed under this link are accepted by the university.

It is possible to attend a preparatory language course at the Ohm. The Language Center offers DSH Preparatory Courses involving 20 lecture hours per week at levels B2 and C1. However, you cannot begin your studies and attend a DSH course at the same time. You have two opportunities each year to take the DSH examination at the Ohm (February and July). For more information on course times, costs, advice, and registration, please visit the Language Center webpages. We recommend that you register early.

Information about the language requirements for our English-language programmes can be found on the specific programme’s profile.

Bachelor’s degree programmes

If you are interested in a bachelor’s programme, you will first need to apply for recognition of the academic credentials (certificates) you have obtained outside of Germany. By submitting this “application for university entrance qualification evaluation” (recognition of certificates and diplomas), you will find out whether your education is sufficient to study a bachelor’s degree programme at the Ohm. In response to your application, you will receive a decision regarding your university entrance qualification (HZB = “Hochschulzugangsberechtigung”). If your qualifications are recognised as sufficient, this decision serves as your university entrance qualification and is therefore an important document for your application. Applications for this evaluation are free of charge and - except during application periods - can be submitted at any time.

During application periods, applications for university entrance qualification evaluation must be submitted via the StudyOhm application portal. When you apply for admission, you request evaluation of your foreign academic credentials at the same time.

Master’s degree programmes

If you are interested in studying a master’s degree programme, submit your online application within the respective application period.

You can find the exact admission requirements for our master’s degree programmes in the relevant study and examination regulations (page in German). Information about what documents must be submitted with applications is also available online. If you are applying for a master’s programme, you do not need to apply for recognition of your certificates and diplomas.

Contact person for recognition of academic credentials earned abroad for bachelor’s degree programmes conducted in German

Roxana Schwab

Telephone: +49(0)911 5880 - 4295
Email: zeugnisanerkennungatth-nuernbergPunktde
Please make an appointment for a consultation.

Consultation for questions about applying, recognition of credentials for, and admission to degree programmes conducted in English

Students interested in studying our International Business (B.A), International Business and Technology (B.Eng.), International Marketing (M.A.), and International Finance and Economics (M.Sc.) degree programmes, which are conducted in English, must contact the IB Office:

Faculty of Business Administration IB Office

2.OG, Room BL.227
Bahnhofstr. 87
90402 Nuremberg

General admission, subject-restricted admission, or “Studienkolleg”?

If you have received a general or subject-restricted admission, you are eligible to apply during the next application period.

If you do not meet the requirements for general admission, you may need to attend a “Studienkolleg” to take a foundation course. If this is the case, you can find this information in the official recognition decision (“Anerkennungsbescheid”). Depending on the subject and specialisation that you have chosen to study, you can gain a subject-restricted university entrance qualification at the “Studienkolleg”.

In Bavaria, there is a “Studienkolleg” for university study in Munich and a “Studienkolleg” for study at universities of applied sciences in Coburg. The “Studienkolleg” foundation college that you will need to attend if you want to study at the Ohm is “Studienkolleg” Coburg. In order to attend the Studienkolleg, you will need the official decision letter (“Anerkennungsbescheid”) and language proficiency at around B2 level. Once you have successfully graduated from the “Studienkolleg”, you will not need any additional language certificates to study at the Ohm.

For more information on the “Studienkolleg Coburg”, please visit: www.studienkolleg-coburg.de

What other admission restrictions apply?

Even if you have received recognition of your credentials, further restrictions may apply depending on the degree programme:

Open admission: For some degree programmes, there are no additional restrictions. If you have gained a university entrance qualification through recognition of your certificate or diploma and a language certificate, you can apply for these programmes and enrol during the enrolment period.

Numerus Clausus: Admission to many degree programmes is restricted to prospective students who have achieved a minimum GPA. This means that a minimum grade average in the university entrance qualification (HZB) is required to gain a place. Your minimum GPA under the German grade system is given in your certificate/diploma recognition decision or is calculated as part of the certificate/diploma recognition process, if you have applied for a degree programme with this restriction. Information on the admissions process and numerus clausus can be found on our website.

Preliminary test: Some degree programmes also require very specific suitability or aptitude in addition to the university entrance qualification (HZB). To determine whether you are suitable, you must either take a preliminary test (e.g. architecture) or submit a portfolio of samples of your work (e.g. design). More information about this can be found on the Faculty of Design web pages.

Pre-study internship: Some degree programmes require students to complete a 6 to 12-week pre-study internship before they can enrol. All the application deadlines can be found here.

How do I apply?

Application periods for online applications

Apply online within the application period. Please note that it is not possible to apply before or after this period. During the application period, you will be forwarded to the specific page of your chosen degree programme on a website that explains the application process in detail.

More information about the admission process is available on this website.

Enrolment

If your application is successful, you will receive an admission letter with an enrolment request. You will then be able to enrol during a specific period (around August/September for the winter semester); please note that enrolment is a binding commitment.

Information about the enrolment process is available on this website.

Application checklist: Are you well prepared?

Before you start your application, check the following points once more:

• Is this the right application period for your degree programme?
• For bachelor’s programmes: Have you applied for recognition of your academic credentials (certificates/diplomas/transcripts)?
• Do you have the necessary language proficiency certificate or do you have a date for your exam?
• Do you know the specific admissions requirements (numerus clausus [limited spaces], pre-study internship, preliminary test, etc.)?

If you were not able to answer “Yes” to all of the questions above, please return to the information in the accordion above.

Visas and entry into Germany

You can also apply to study with us directly from outside Germany. The first step is an online application. If you are applying from another country, you may find the following tips helpful.

Timescale

Make sure you plan enough time to prepare for studying in Germany. Factors such as language preparation in your home country, visa application, translating and certifying documents, and sending application documents (especially academic certificates for recognition) by post to Germany can all contribute to a long preparation period. 

Visas and entry into Germany

If you require a visa to enter Germany, you can find information on the entry requirements on the webpages of the Federal Foreign Office. In general, students apply for a study visa or a visa for study preparation courses.

Detailed information on entry and residence can be found in this brochure published by the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service).

If you are planning to arrive in Germany ready to start your studies, it is a good idea to arrive two to four weeks before the beginning of the semester. This gives you time to organise any accommodation and day-to-day matters, enrolment, health insurance, etc.

Information about beginning your studies is available on this website.

Accommodation and student funding

At the start of the semester, it is not always easy to find suitable accommodation in Nuremberg, Especially if you are looking for accommodation from another country – so make sure you start looking early and take time to research. Tips on accommodation.

Financing being a student is an important subject that you need to start thinking about early. Students will need around 900-1000 euros per month to live in Germany, for accommodation, food, insurance, study materials, travel tickets, etc. Information on student funding can be found here.

Orientation for international students

Have you already enrolled and are now planning the start of your studies at the Ohm? Do you still have lots of questions about official affairs (with the “Behörde”) and acclimating to the German university system? Then our orientation programme for international students, which takes place every September before the semester starts at the Ohm, is just what you are looking for. You will receive an email invitation before the event from the IAS.

Bridging courses are also a good way to prepare for beginning your studies at the Ohm. More information about preparatory courses is available online.

Our open office hours

If you can’t come by during our open office hours, feel free to contact us by email to make an appointment at a more convenient time. Our email is: ohm-internationalatth-nuernbergPunktde.

Please make an appointment to speak with our colleague in the “Zeugnisanerkennungsstelle”. Please note that we do not evaluate certificates and diplomas directly during consultations. In order to have your credentials evaluated, please submit an application for recognition of certificates and diplomas.

Questions about the application process for English-language degree programmes

Students interested in studying our International Business (B.A), International Business and Technology (B.Eng.), International Marketing (M.A.), and International Finance and Economics (M.Sc.) degree programmes, which are conducted in English, should contact the IB Office. Please contact the degree programme manager responsible for the programme you’re interested in.

For the bachelor's degree programme in Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng.), please contact Daniela Gaibl, the degree programme manager for B-MEC. You can reach her by email at: mb-bachelor-mec-infoatth-nuernbergPunktde.

Questions about an application you submitted

Applications for study places are processed by the Student Office. The Student Office can be reached in person at the service desk, by email, or telephone. Please provide your applicant number when you have questions about an application.