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Bachelor in Digital Business

XU Exponential University of Applied Sciences · Potsdam (Berlin area), Germany

100% taught in EnglishApply direct to the university, not the CAOSelectivePrivate universityEnglish-taughtMaths requirement
Duration3 years
StartsAutumn 2027
EntrySelective
Deadline (EU)Not published
Tuition fee (published 2026)€11,400 / yr

About the course

A three-year (180 ECTS) business degree taught in English on campus in Potsdam, with a focus on sustainability and entrepreneurship in digital business. Teaching is project-based; a six-year part-time option is also offered.

Entry requirements for Irish students

  • XU publishes nothing specific for Irish applicants. Under German rules (KMK/anabin) the Leaving Cert gives direct entry only with six subjects, at least two at Higher Level at H5 or better, the rest at O6/H6 or better, including two languages and Maths at O5/H6 or better. For business, German rules add Higher Level Maths at H5. Confirm your subject grades with XU admissions.
  • If your Leaving Cert does not meet these rules (for example Ordinary Level Maths), ask admissions whether an alternative route such as a university entrance exam is available before you apply.
  • Proof of English is expected (previous check listed B2 level, for example IELTS 6.0). It is not confirmed whether Leaving Cert English is accepted, so ask admissions.

How to apply

  1. Check your subjectsConfirm your Leaving Cert meets the German rules, including Higher Level Maths at H5 for business, or ask XU about alternative routes.
  2. Apply onlineFill in the XU online application form and upload your Leaving Cert results or predicted grades, CV and proof of English.
  3. Admissions reviewThe XU admissions team checks eligibility and sends a decision; ask early about any interview or entrance test.
  4. Sign and enrolSign the study contract, arrange health insurance and housing before the October 2027 start (April intake also listed).
Deadline for Irish/EU applicants: XU does not publish a fixed application deadline on the programme page. Intakes are April and October (published for 2026); for 2027 entry expect October 2027 (or April 2027), but confirm dates with admissions. Apply several months early to leave time for the admissions check and housing..

Costs

  • Private university: EUR 950 a month (EUR 5,700 a semester), which is EUR 11,400 a year or EUR 34,200 for the full three-year degree. Scholarships and a ‘study now, pay later’ option are advertised for EU, OECD and US citizens. No application fee was found on the official pages; confirm with admissions.
This is a private university charging EUR 11,400 a year, while public German universities charge only a semester contribution. You also need to budget for rent in the Berlin/Potsdam area.

At a glance

CountryGermany
CityPotsdam (Berlin area)
LanguageEnglish
Apply viaUniversity online portal
PlacesNot published
EntrySelective
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Checked against the official XU Exponential University website: September 2026 (2027 entry). Fees and intakes shown are for 2026; confirm 2027 details with the university. Always confirm details with the university before applying.