Course overview
BSc Business Economics is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at martin-luther-university-halle-wittenberg in Halle (Saale), Germany. It takes 3 years (6 semesters, 180 ECTS), with intakes in October (winter) only.
martin-luther-university-halle-wittenberg is a public institution, ranked 801–850 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | martin-luther-university-halle-wittenberg (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Halle (Saale), Germany |
| Course | BSc Business Economics |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 3 years (6 semesters, 180 ECTS) |
| Tuition per year | €667 (≈ ₹70,660) |
| Intakes | October (winter) only |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 72, Cambridge FCE grade C or UNIcert II |
Interested in BSc Business Economics?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €667 a year, about ₹70,660. Over 3 years that is roughly €2,000 (≈ ₹2.1 lakh) before any yearly increase.
No tuition fee; this is the winter 2026/27 semester fee of €333.30 ×2, which includes the Deutschlandsemesterticket (€226.80)
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| AccommodationMLU economics faculty estimate | €150–300per month | ≈ ₹15,900 – ₹31,800 |
| Total living costsMLU economics faculty estimate | €750per month | ≈ ₹79,500 |
| MLU semester feeWinter 2026/27: Studentenwerk €90, semester ticket €226.80, student council €16.50 | €333per semester | ≈ ₹35,330 |
Living costs for Germany as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at martin-luther-university-halle-wittenberg for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- BSc Business Economics: you need a qualification that gives direct university entrance in Germany. uni-assist checks foreign certificates and has a self-check tool.
- An Indian Class 12 certificate on its own usually counts as an indirect qualification; MLU says applicants with an indirect qualification may attend a Studienkolleg first.
- Apply through uni-assist by 15 July (portals usually open on 1 May). Admission is restricted.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 72, Cambridge FCE grade C or UNIcert II.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.0 overall (IELTS Academic or IELTS Indicator) for the economics programmes |
| TOEFL iBT | 72 |
| Cambridge / UNIcert | Cambridge FCE grade C or UNIcert II |
| Exemption | Native speakers who completed at least their last two school years or their degree in the UK, USA, Canada (not Quebec), Ireland, Australia, New Zealand or Singapore. Indian schooling does not qualify. |
Intakes
This course starts in: October (winter) only.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in GermanyHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Germany, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 12 certificate and mark sheets (bachelor's), or bachelor's certificate and transcript (master's)
- English certificate (IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge or UNIcert)
- uni-assist application
- APS certificate for Indian applicants (see our Germany guide)
About martin-luther-university-halle-wittenberg
Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) is a public university in Halle (Saale). It traces its history back to 1502 and describes itself as a German university open to the world.
Most MLU degrees are taught in German, but its Faculty of Law, Economics and Business offers a fully English-taught bachelor's in Business Economics and an English-taught master's in Economics: Data Science and Policy. The bachelor's is unusual in Germany: the first two years are entirely in English, with German classes built in.
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FAQs
What is the fee for BSc Business Economics at martin-luther-university-halle-wittenberg?
The tuition for international students is €667 a year (about ₹70,660). No tuition fee; this is the winter 2026/27 semester fee of €333.30 ×2, which includes the Deutschlandsemesterticket (€226.80). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is BSc Business Economics?
The course takes 3 years (6 semesters, 180 ECTS).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 72, Cambridge FCE grade C or UNIcert II. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: October (winter) only. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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