Law, Economics and Governance, B.A.

About the course

An interdisciplinary course combining law, business and governance, with modules such as financial accounting, microeconomics, international law, public administration and global governance, plus internships in semesters 5 and 6. It is taught entirely in English using SRH’s CORE model of five-week blocks focused on one or two topics, with case studies and project work.

Entry requirements for Irish students

• Germany: the Leaving Cert gives direct university entry only if you have the right subject and level combination. You need six subjects, including two languages and Maths at O5/H6 or better, with at least two Higher Level subjects at H5 or better and the rest at O6/H6 or better. SRH only asks for a ‘general higher education or university of applied sciences entrance qualification’ and publishes nothing specific on the Leaving Cert, so confirm with SRH admissions whether it also applies the German rule for economics-related courses (Higher Level Maths at H5).
• SRH lists the course as ‘without NC’ (no grade cut-off). After you apply online and your documents are checked, you are invited to an admissions interview. You also need a CV and a copy of your passport or ID.
• English: proof of English is required, or you can take SRH’s own ‘SRH English Proficiency Certificate’ test. SRH’s FAQs mention TOEFL, IELTS or comparable certificates but give no minimum level and do not say whether Leaving Cert English counts, so ask admissions before booking a test.

How to apply

1. Check your Leaving Cert subjectsMake sure you will have six subjects, including two languages and Maths, with at least two at Higher Level H5 or better. Take Higher Level Maths if you can, and ask SRH whether it is required.
2. Apply onlineApply through the SRH online portal (apply.srh.de) with your Leaving Cert results (or predicted results), CV, passport/ID and proof of English. Applications are open all year; aim for spring 2027 for a 1 October 2027 start.
3. Admissions interviewIf you meet the requirements, you will be invited to an interview about your motivation and fit with the course.
4. Sign the study contractSign and upload the study contract, pay the EUR 750 enrolment fee to reserve your place and receive your letter of admission. Then arrange accommodation in Berlin.

Costs

• Private, state-recognised university. EU/EEA tuition is EUR 840 a month (EUR 5,040 per semester, EUR 10,080 a year; EUR 30,240 over 6 semesters). SRH’s price list valid from 1 January 2026 shows a total of EUR 28,728, which matches the 5% discount for paying the full programme in advance (3% off for paying a year in advance). There is also a one-off enrolment fee of EUR 750. No application fee is mentioned.

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