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BA Culture and Economy: Philosophy at University of Mannheim

University of Mannheim, Germany

Programme overview

The bachelor's program in Culture and Economy is a combined degree program that brings together different subjects and academic cultures: a core subject in cultural studies from the School of Humanities and a combination major in Economics or Business Administration. The two subjects are linked, inter alia, by language practice courses focusing on Business Administration and Economics.

Faculty: School of Humanities  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years); at least 180 ECTS credits  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught and German-taught  |  Intake: Fall semester (September)  |  Location: Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

Philosophy as a core subject addresses the self-identity of humans, their relationships with the world, and basic questions concerning human coexistence. The program focuses on the history of philosophy (from Aristotle and Kant to Heidegger), practical philosophy, and ethics (ethical and moral philosophical questions focusing on business ethics). For your combination major, you can choose between Business Administration and Economics.

Career pathways

The bachelor’s program in Culture and Economy trains you to become a sought-after all-rounder with broad cultural and economic expertise, problem-solving skills, and flexible thinking. You can analyze complex issues and develop value-based solutions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

No numerus clausus. German proficiency at C1 level is required unless the applicant holds a German university entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). The bachelor’s program in Culture and Economy: Philosophy is currently selective. The following selection criteria are taken into account: grade average achieved in your university entrance qualification the grades achieved in German and Mathematics relevant practical work experience as well as extracurricular qualifications and activities Application period: Selective programs: from 1 June until 15 July Non-selective programs: from 1 June until 31 August

Intake: Fall semester (September)

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years); at least 180 ECTS credits

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