Master of Arts in International Cultural and Business Studies
University of Passau offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Business & Law in Passau, ranked #601 by Times Higher Education.
What it costs
No tuition fees here — just plan for a normal Passau student life.
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What you'll study
24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Master of Arts in International Cultural and Business Studies. Master in Business, Administration & Law at University of Passau, Passau, DE. Taught in English, German, French, Spanish, and Italian.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#601
- Times Higher Education 2025#501
- THE — Business And Economics 2026#201
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About University of Passau
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Common questions
Is Master of Arts in International Cultural and Business Studies at University of Passau taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Passau?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
Is University of Passau good for Business & Law?
University of Passau ranks #201 in Business And Economics (THE 2026).
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