Steinbeis University - Schools of Next Practices
- Student:Students supported from 70+ countries.
- Fee Range:Selected on-campus programmes currently charge approximately €12,900–€23,800 total, depending on programme, degree level and duration. Bachelor’s programmes may cost around €19,000 total. A one-time €250 admission fee and €250 examination fee may apply separately.
Why choose Steinbeis University – Schools of Next Practices?
- Steinbeis University – Schools of Next Practices manages the international study programmes of Steinbeis University. It offers career-focused Bachelor’s, Master’s and MBA programmes in areas such as Business, Management, Digital Innovation, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Marketing and Organisational Psychology.
- Through practice-oriented curricula, project-based learning and flexible on-campus, online and hybrid study formats, S-Next helps students develop practical, industry-relevant and future-focused professional skills.
Key Student Benefits:
•Degrees awarded by state-recognised Steinbeis University
• Accredited Bachelor’s, Master’s and MBA programmes
• English-taught programmes for international students
• Practice-oriented and project-based learning
• Specialisations in Business, Management, AI, Data Analytics and Digital Innovation
• Selected on-campus programmes in Berlin
• On-campus, online and hybrid study options
• Multiple intakes for selected programmes
• Programme-specific scholarship opportunities
• Support with visa guidance, housing, onboarding and transitioning to Germany
• IUAS support for admission, documentation and visa-file preparation
Who Can Apply?
- Students with a recognised HSC, A-Level, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification may apply, depending on the selected programme.
- For direct entry to a Bachelor’s programme, the applicant’s school qualification must meet the German higher-education entrance requirements. Applicants who do not meet the requirements for direct entry may need to complete the university’s Foundation Course.
- Applicants for most Master’s programmes generally require a recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification. Certain MBA pathways may also consider applicants through alternative academic and professional-experience routes.Admission requirements vary according to the applicant’s academic background, English-language proficiency, programme level, ECTS requirements, professional experience and selected study format.
Career-Focused Study Pathway
- Steinbeis University – Schools of Next Practices offers practice-oriented programmes designed to combine academic knowledge, project-based learning and industry-relevant skills.
- Its career-focused study pathways help students develop expertise in areas such as Business Management, Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Marketing and Organisational Psychology, preparing them for professional opportunities in Germany, Europe and the international job market.
IUAS Education Support
- Through IUAS Education, students receive step-by-step guidance for programme selection, eligibility assessment, admission, documentation, financial preparation and German study-visa file support.
- We assess each student’s academic qualifications, budget, English proficiency, professional experience and future career goals before recommending a suitable programme. As every student profile is different, we aim to match the applicant’s qualifications, financial capacity and career plans with the most appropriate study pathway at Steinbeis University – Schools of Next Practices.
- Intake:
On-campus Bachelor’s programmes may offer January, April, July and October intakes
• Selected on-campus Master’s and MBA programmes may offer January, April, July and October intakes
• Selected online and hybrid programmes may offer January, March, May, July, September and November intakes
• Intake availability depends on the programme, specialisation and delivery format
• Early application is recommended for admission and visa preparation - Programmes/Courses:
Bachelor’s, Master of Arts, Master of Science and MBA programmes across areas including: - Business Administration
• Management and Innovation
• Digital Innovation and Business Transformation
• Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Marketing
• Human Resources and Change Management
• Sustainable Management
• Business and Organisational Psychology
• Creative Leadership - Foundation and advanced certificate programmes are also available for selected academic and professional pathways.
- Institution Type:
Private, state-recognised University of Applied Sciences in Germany. - Schools of Next Practices, or S-Next, operates within the legal structure of Steinbeis University and manages its international study programmes. Students are formally enrolled at Steinbeis University, which awards their degrees.
- Recognition:
Steinbeis University has been a state-recognised degree-awarding institution in Germany since 1998. Since March 2022, it has been legally based in Saxony-Anhalt and recognised there as a University of Applied Sciences. - S-Next states that its degree programmes undergo external evaluation through FIBAA, with final accreditation decisions made by the German Accreditation Council. Degrees are aligned with the European Higher Education Area.
- Campuses:
Berlin Study Location — Rudower Chaussee 28, 12489 Berlin, Germany - Some programmes are delivered fully online or through a hybrid format. Applicants should therefore verify the programme’s exact location, delivery method and on-campus components before applying.
- Specialized In:
Business Administration
• Management & Innovation
• Digital Innovation & Business Transformation
• Data Analytics & Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Marketing
• Human Resources & Change Management
• Sustainable Management
• Business & Organisational Psychology
• Creative Leadership
• AI & Engineering for Medical Applications
• Foundation and Advanced Certificate Studies - Medium of Instruction:
The listed international degree programmes are taught in English. Applicants are generally required to demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following: - IELTS: 6.0
• PTE Academic: 56
• TOEFL iBT: 80
• Duolingo English Test: 100
• LANGUAGECERT: 65
• Cambridge Advanced or Proficiency - The accepted evidence and required score should be confirmed on the selected programme page before applying.
- International Fee Range:
Current tuition fees for selected programmes include: - On-campus Bachelor’s programmes: €19,000 total
• On-campus MA programmes: €12,900–€17,900 total
• On-campus MBA programmes: €19,800–€21,800 total
• On-campus MSc programmes: approximately €23,800 total
• Selected hybrid Master’s programmes: approximately €14,999 total
• Selected online MBA programmes: from approximately €7,880 total
• Selected online MSc programmes: from approximately €8,940 total
• Selected specialist MSc programmes: from approximately €12,600 total - A one-time €250 admission fee and €250 examination fee generally apply in addition to tuition fees. Programme fees, scholarships and promotional reductions may change according to the qualification, study format and applicant eligibility.
- Entry Requirements:
Applicants for Bachelor’s programmes must hold a recognised school-leaving qualification that provides eligibility for higher education in Germany. International applicants whose qualifications do not provide direct entry may be required to complete the S-Next Foundation Course before progressing to the B.A. Business Administration programme. - Applicants for most MA and MSc programmes generally require a recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification. Pre-Master’s preparation modules may be required depending on the subject and academic content of the applicant’s previous degree.
- MBA requirements are programme-specific. The general MBA pathway currently lists the following routes:
- Three- or four-year Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of relevant work experience
• Two-year Bachelor’s degree with at least seven years of relevant work experience
• High-school qualification with at least ten years of relevant work experience and successful completion of the S-Next university entrance test - Applicants must also meet the English-language requirements of their selected programme.
- Required Documents:
Depending on the selected programme, applicants may need to provide: - Valid passport or passport copy
• School-leaving certificate for Bachelor’s applicants
• Previous academic certificates and transcripts
• Bachelor’s certificate and academic transcript for postgraduate applicants
• Updated CV
• Evidence of English-language proficiency
• Work-experience certificates for applicable MBA programmes
• Certified translations, where the original documents are not in an accepted language
• Additional academic or professional documents requested during assessment
• Financial and supporting documents for German student-visa preparation - Application Process:
Initial profile and eligibility assessment
• Programme and study-format selection
• Academic, English and work-experience requirement checking
• Document preparation and verification
• Online application submission
• Admission assessment and offer processing
• Scholarship, deposit and tuition-fee guidance
• Enrolment and pre-arrival preparation
• Financial-document preparation
• German student-visa file preparation - Visa Support:
IUAS Education supports students with document checklists, financial preparation, application guidance and German student visa file preparation. Final visa approval is determined solely by the relevant German embassy, consulate or immigration authority. - Accommodation Guidance:
Students may receive guidance on student residences, shared apartments, private rooms and other suitable accommodation options in Berlin or near their selected study location. Accommodation availability and rental costs depend on location, property type and booking period. - Cost of Living:
Living costs depend on the study location, accommodation type and personal lifestyle. Students should budget for rent, food, transportation, health insurance, study materials and other personal expenses. - Students planning to study on campus should also check the latest German student visa financial requirements before submitting their visa application.
- Important Note:
Tuition fees, scholarships, intakes, admission requirements, programme formats and visa regulations may change. Some S-Next programmes are delivered on campus, while others follow online, hybrid or transnational formats. Students should always confirm the latest programme-specific information before applying. - Excerpt:
Steinbeis University – Schools of Next Practices offers career-focused study pathways through English-taught programmes in Business, Management, Digital Innovation, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Marketing and related fields. Through IUAS Education, students receive comprehensive support with programme selection, admission, documentation, financial preparation and German student visa file preparation.
- Intake: