Course: Economics B.Sc.
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When studying economics, you will analyse economic and societal relationships. With numerous specialization options, such as sustainability, data science, financial markets or real estate economics, you will be optimally prepared for a wide range of career paths in economics and business.
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Program Profile
In the accredited (external link, opens in a new window) Bachelor's degree program in Economics, you will learn how the economy works. Sound methodological knowledge and numerous specialization options open up a wide range of career paths in institutions, companies or academia. A degree program in economics in Regensburg prepares you optimally for this career.
Is this the right program for me?
Are you interested in economic and societal contexts? Would you like to understand how people make economic decisions? Do you want to learn how to work with data so that you can make well-founded decisions yourself? A degree program in economics offers you all of this.
Inherent questions in economics
- How do financial and property markets work?
- How can binding results be achieved in climate negotiations?
- What are the benefits of globalization?
If you are interested in such questions, then the B.Sc. in Economics is the right program for you.
Individual strategies and motivation
Are you interested in strategic behavior? Do you want to learn what motivates individual behaviour beyond financial goals? This is also the subject of economics.
Analytical skills and an affinity for numbers
Mathematics and statistical methods are important for economic analyses. To study for a B.Sc. in Economics, you should be interested in mathematics and enjoy analysing and understanding data.
What makes this program special?
Numerous specialization options and ideal supervision conditions make the B.Sc. in Economics an excellently rated degree programme.
Top 10 degree programme in Germany
- Excellent rating in the Germany-wide CHE ranking
- Cooperation with the Institute for Labour Market and Vocational Research in Nuremberg and the Institute for East and South East European Studies in Regensburg
Ideal supervision conditions in small groups
- Smaller study groups in the second study phase
- Less anonymity due to excellent supervisory relationship between members of the teaching staff and students
Freedom of choice and specialization options
- Deepen your personal areas of interest by choosing specializations
- Individualized design of the degree programme for optimal preparation towards your professional goals
Honors program in the Bachelor's degree: support and challenge!
- From the fourth Bachelor's semester onwards, special support for selected, particularly talented and high-achieving students
- Interdisciplinary courses, strengthening of key qualifications in soft skills and methods courses
- Close contact with practice through excursions, specialist lectures and workshops with partner companies
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What can I do with this degree?
After successfully graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Economics, you will have numerous opportunities for your academic and professional future.
Master's programme
The Faculty of Business, Economics and Real Estate at the University of Regensburg offers you a Master of Science in Economics program, which follows on seamlessly from the Bachelor's degree programme.
Career opportunities
The sound methodological training and the large number of spezialisation options open up numerous career paths in the economy. Whether in companies, banks, ministries, international organisations or in academia. Well-trained economists are in demand everywhere.
Marketing & Career Service
The Marketing & Career Service (MCS) of the Faculty of Business, Economics and Real Estate supports students in their first steps into professional life by providing optimal preparation and numerous networking opportunities. Its programs include
- Personal career counselling
- CV check
- Soft skills courses
- Support with the job search
- Provision of an exclusive job exchange for students at the University of Regensburg
- Workshops and events with selected companies
- Annual personnel fair Career contacts
Structure of the Program
Bachelor of Science: Only one subject is studied.
Program Structure
During the orientation phase in the first week of the regular lecture period, you will receive comprehensive information about the B.Sc. in Economics as well as the opportunity to review the basics of mathematics.
The Bachelor's programme itself is divided into two phases, each comprising three semesters.
- In the first study phase, you will learn the basics of economics.
- In the second study phase, you can specialize in your specific areas of interest by choosing a major or minor.
- You complete the second study phase by writing your bachelor's thesis as part of the research module group.
The B.Sc. in Economics offers numerous specialization options. These prepare you for very different career paths in economics and business.
Further information on the degree program
Study Plan
Have we piqued your interest and would you like more information about the detailed curriculum? Browse through the Study Plan now:
Study Plan and Module Catalogue of the B.Sc. VWL (external link, opens in a new window)
Internationalization
Business is everywhere. Prepare yourself for this during your studies by studying abroad. we offer you numerous opportunities to study abroad.
- 69 exchange programmes
- 32 countries
- Simple recognition of examination results during a stay abroad
Internship
Internships are not compulsory, but can be included in the elective module group. Completing an internship at a company allows you to gain practical experience during your Master's degree program.
In addition, the Faculty of Business, Economics and Real Estate provides you with an exclusive Marketing & Career Service to support you with your applications and prepare you for professional life in the best possible way.
Marketing & Career Service (MCS)
Student Life & Services
Requirements
| Admission Restrictions / Selection Procedure | no |
| Pre-registration procedure | no |
| Eligibility Test / Aptitude Test | no |
| Placement Test | no |
| Subject-Specific Language Requirements | no |
| German Language Certificate for Students with Foreign University Entrance Qualification | yes |
| Other Requirements | no |
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Academic Advising
Course-related information and advice
If you have any questions about the programme content, the subject requirements and the specific structure of the programme, please contact the
Course-related information and advice
You can also find answers to frequently asked questions in our FAQ from the Academic Advising Service at the Faculty of Business, Economics and Real Estate.
General Student Advisory Service
The General Student Advisory Service (ZSB) supports you with all questions relating to your studies - from the decision to study and admission to the course of study and successful graduation.
If necessary, the ZSB will refer you to the appropriate contact person.