No, there are no tuition fees neither for German nor for international students. However, students will have to pay a semester fee at Viadrina, which currently sums up to around 320€ per half year and includes a ticket for public transport, costs for student ID cards and a registration fee. The amount varies every semester and might increase slightly over time.
Yes, you can. Skills in programming are not required for applying to the MoDE. However, you should be ready to gain at least some basic skills in the course of your studies as they are part of the curriculum. Technical knowledge and skills, such as programming, data analytics and web development, are crucial for being able to apply and deal with digital technologies.
Yes, you can. In the first two semesters, we'll provide all students with a broad, transdisciplinary access to basic issues of digitalization, from the perspective of economics, law, sociology and technology. In addition, you'll acquire practical entrepreneurial, legal and technical knowledge and skills, whereby the courses are selected according to your individual previous knowledge in the field and your respective project.
The final number of students who will be allowed to enroll in the program depends on the number of applications. Currently, the program is designed for approx. 30 students.
Generally speaking: Yes. However, the final decision whether you can use some of your ECTS from former Master programs in the MoDE rests with the Examination Board and can only be answered on a case by case basis.
Yes, of course. Although the MoDE does not require an exchange semester, you are welcome to broaden your experience doing one. You can find more information on our partner universities and the different possibilities for your time abroad on the Website of the International Office.
Generally yes! As an exchange student, you can take courses from any faculty and any study level - as long as your home university agrees to this and there are no objections in the course description. Please find a list of non-German courses offered in the previous semesters here. You can find the course catalog of the current semester on our website.
Interested in coming to the European University Viadrina as an exchange student? Visit the website of the International Office for more information.
The ENS does not provide own funding for incoming students. There are, however, various scholarship opportunities at the European University Viadrina, which you can find on the website of the International Office.
Please apply for a German or Polish visa at the respective embassy in your home country well ahead of your planned arrival.
For more information and support in visa procurement, please check the website of the International Office.
Yes, of course. We believe that diversity can drive the productivity of teams. With your professional experience, you bring a lot of valuable knowledge and competence. You can expand your experience by carrying out new tasks, e.g. as a mentor for other students. At ENS, you will have the chance to boost your career or get ready for a new professional field. If you are still unsure whether the ENS is the right place for you, do not hesitate to contact us for individual support.
Yes, we encourage you to use your time at ENS and learn German, Polish or any other language you would like to study. We are currently building up our own German and Polish language courses. Additionally, you can take part in the courses offered by the Language Centre of Viadrina or by the Language Centre at Collegium Polonicum.
The MoDE is a full-time study program. However, many students in Germany work part-time. if you aim at working besides your studies, we recommend you to look for a job with flexible working hours (not more than 20h per week) and one that is ideally related to your study program as this creates new learning opportunities.
We will try our best to make it feel like a true community at ENS. Most of the seminars will take place in small groups with 10 to max. 30 people, depending on the topic and format. Like this, we can ensure that you take the most out of your learning experience at ENS and get individual support by our academic staff.
Principally yes. We are currently building up a PhD program and will inform you about openings on a regular basis.
According to §4 of the statutory order for admission and registration for the Master of Digital Entrepreneurship, the ranking order is established by the grade of the first university degree or the preliminary average grade (51%) and by the following additional selection criteria: The project outline will enter into the ranking order with 30%, the motivation letter with 10% and the portfolio with 9%. In the event of a draw, the decision will be made by lot.
If you hold an international academic degree, your application will be processed by uni-assist. If you are not sure how to proceed, please find a detailed 5-Step-Guide here. If you experience any dificulties, please send us an This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Yes. You can upload your master’s degree instead of your bachelor’s to proof that you have acquired at least 10 ECTS in either social sciences (or a related subject, e.g. political science), economic sciences, law or technical sciences. However, please note that you cannot mix your bachelor’s and master’s, i.e., you cannot use the final grade of your bachelor’s while at the same time using credits from your master’s.
Of course. If you have the feeling that you can cover all aspects in less than three pages, there is no problem.
Yes, you can! Please read these instructions on how to proceed. You will have to hand in your final degree a day before the Master program starts at the latest.
None! During the application process, all documents can be submitted online. The form "Request for admission" which needs to be downloaded from viaCampus, can be sent via e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Later, during the enrollment process, all documents have to be submitted as originals.
You have submitted your application documents and got short-listed? Very good, you almost made it! There are no surprises or assessment tests waiting for you during the interview, we just want to get to know you better and hear about your motivation to study at ENS. Also, we would like to give you the possibility to ask your questions. We are looking forward to meeting you – virtually or in Slubice!
You can find a list of accepted certificates here. Please note that we do not accept any other language certificates. Your original certificate must be presented at the latest at the time of enrollment.
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