Wirtschaftsinformatik
HAW Hamburg · Hamburg, Germany
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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Im Bachelorstudiengang Wirtschaftsinformatik lernst du, IT-Systeme zu gestalten, die betriebliche Prozesse effizienter, smarter und zukunftsfähig machen, und du verbindest technisches Know-how mit wirtschaftlichem Denken. Das Studium legt den Schwerpunkt auf die Schnittstelle zwischen Management und IT sowie auf die Umsetzung von Software- und Digitalisierungsaufgaben in Unternehmen, IT-Beratungen und Start-ups.
Im Studium kombinierst du Inhalte aus Informatik und Betriebswirtschaftslehre und erwirbst die Fähigkeiten, Prozesse digital abzubilden, zu analysieren und zu verbessern. Der Studiengang ist an der Fakultät Informatik und Digitale Gesellschaft angesiedelt und wird in deutscher Sprache angeboten.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Grundlagen der Mathematik
- Grundlagen der Wirtschaftsinformatik
- Programmiermethodik I
- Programmertechnik
- Betriebswirtschaft I and II
- Wahrscheinlichkeitsrechnung und Statistik
- Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen
- Software Engineering & Architektur 1 and 2
- Rechnernetze & Betriebssysteme
- Betriebswirtschaft 3 and 4
- Informationssysteme I and II
- Wirtschaftsinformatik 2
- Projekt
- Seminar
- Wirtschaftsinformatik 3
- Recht
- Wahlpflichtfach pool (Wahlpflichtfach I, II and III)
- Bachelorarbeit with Bachelorkolloquium
- Wahlpflichtfach selection supported by project/seminar formats
Curriculum
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Wirtschaftsinformatik at HAW Hamburg (Regelstudienzeit 6 Semester). Study structure and credits are taken from the programme-specific Prüfungs- und Studienordnung (PSO) module tables with ECTS/CP (Leistungspunkte/CP).
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | ECTS | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Foundational modules | Grundlagen der Mathematik (GM) | 6 | 18 |
| Grundlagen der Wirtschaftsinformatik (GWI) | 6 | |||
| Programmiermethodik I (PM1) | 6 | |||
| Semester 2 | Core technical and economic foundations | Quantitative Methoden (QM) | 6 | 18 |
| Theoretische Informatik (TH) | 6 | |||
| Betriebswirtschaft I (BWL1) | 6 | |||
| Semester 3 | Further business and IT foundations | Wahrscheinlichkeitsrechnung und Statistik (WS) | 6 | 24 |
| Algorithmen und Datenstrukturen (AD) | 6 | |||
| Software Engineering & Architektur I (SEA1) | 6 | |||
| Wirtschaftsinformatik 1 (WI1) | 6 | |||
| Semester 4 | Application and integration modules | Betriebswirtschaft II (BWL2) | 6 | 30 |
| Informationssysteme I (IN1) | 6 | |||
| Programmiermethodik II (PM2) | 6 | |||
| Betriebswirtschaft III (BWL3) | 6 | |||
| Betriebswirtschaft IV (BWL4) | 6 | |||
| Semester 5 | Profile building year (first part) and elective module I | Recht (RE) | 3 | 31 |
| Gesellschaftswissenschaften I (GW1) | 3 | |||
| Wirtschaftsinformatik 3 (WI3) | 6 | |||
| Projekt (PRO) | 10 | |||
| Seminar (WIS) | 3 | |||
| Wahlpflichtmodul I (WP1) | 6 | |||
| Semester 6 | Profile building year (second part) and thesis | Wahlpflichtmodul II (WP2) | 6 | 30 |
| Wahlpflichtmodul III (WP3) | 6 | |||
| Gesellschaftswissenschaften II (GW2) | 3 | |||
| Bachelorarbeit (BA) | 12 | |||
| Kolloquium (BAK) | 3 | |||
| Total | All bachelor modules including elective modules and Bachelorarbeit with Bachelorkolloquium | 180 ECTS | ||
Career outcomes
- You build a job-ready profile at the interface of business and IT by studying core Wirtschaftsinformatik topics together with programming, databases, and software engineering foundations.
- You gain practical skills through project work, seminar components, and applied topics across business management and information systems that employers expect in software and process roles.
- You develop capabilities for roles that design, develop, and manage enterprise application systems (including data-driven approaches such as Business Intelligence and Data Warehouse content included in the curriculum).
- You graduate with a Bachelor’s qualification recognised in Germany that supports direct entry into IT consulting, business process and software development paths in companies across industries.
- You learn structured reasoning for quantitative decision-making via quantitative methods and theoretical foundations, helping you contribute in analytics- and systems-focused business projects.
Employability rate
Wirtschaftsinformatik graduates in Germany typically see an employability rate of around 88% and an unemployment rate of about 12%, reflecting strong demand for people who can bridge business needs and software/IT solutions.
Together, these figures point to a generally stable career outlook with reliable hiring in IT and business-focused digital transformation roles.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving qualification equivalent to German university entrance | International applicants apply with their foreign school-leaving qualification; the university states that it cannot pre-assess whether your documents meet German entry requirements. For foreign qualifications, admission eligibility is assessed through uni-assist (VPD/credential review) as part of the application preparation. |
| Bachelor’s degree (not applicable for direct entry to this bachelor programme) | This programme is a bachelor (B.Sc.) and is not described as requiring a prior bachelor degree for direct admission on the official international bachelor admission guidance. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Business and IT / Information Systems / Computing | Direct match | The programme is designed as Wirtschaftsinformatik (interface of business and IT) and is studied with programme modules spanning business topics and computer science topics; use the official study and examination regulations to confirm credit recognition if you completed relevant coursework elsewhere. |
Language requirements
For admission to this bachelor programme, international applicants must prove sufficient German language skills before starting their studies (unless their university entrance qualification was obtained at a German-speaking institution).
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Semester fee | EUR 397 / per semester | Semesterbeitrag Wintersemester 2026/27: 397,00 EUR (Studierendenwerk 101,00 EUR; Studierendenschaft/AStA 19,10 EUR; Semesterticket 226,80 EUR; Semesterticket-Härtefond 0,10 EUR; Verwaltungskostenbeitrag 50,00 EUR). |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants must be able to fund their studies and living costs in Germany. A commonly accepted way is proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto), or other recognised proof such as a scholarship or parental income, depending on your situation.
- Proof of financial resources can be provided through a blocked account (“Sperrkonto”) or other acceptable forms of proof listed in German visa guidance.
- DAAD explains that many international students use a blocked account to demonstrate the required funds for their stay in Germany.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | June - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | June 01, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | July 15, 2026 |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | October 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | June - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | June - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | July 15, 2026 |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare eligibility for international study in Germany
Start by preparing your foreign school and/or higher-education documents for assessment in Germany. HAW Hamburg states that it cannot pre-assess your qualifications upfront and that credential review for foreign university entrance eligibility is handled by uni-assist. If your qualification is not recognised as sufficient, the page notes that you may have the option to complete a Studienkolleg (with German knowledge typically required).
Collect required additional documents and language proof
Prepare your German language certificate according to the accepted test types and minimum levels listed on HAW Hamburg’s international applicants language page. For international applicants, HAW Hamburg indicates that you also need the credential review documentation from uni-assist (VPD documentation). If requested by the programme-specific process, gather any additional documents described for your chosen study variant (e.g., non-EU applicant selection documentation).
Apply online within the published application window
HAW Hamburg states that the application for a study place is done exclusively online during the published application period. For Winter semester, the bachelor programme page states the application period as 1 June to 15 July. For international applicants, HAW Hamburg also explains that you must register and submit through the university’s online application portal, uploading your documents before the deadline.
Submit any postal follow-ups after admission
HAW Hamburg explains that after submission you may need to submit some documents by post in case of successful admission. It also advises applicants to regularly check emails and the myHAW account to avoid missing requests or deadlines. After admission, you must accept the study place within the required timeframe and pay the semester contribution.