Your future begins in Siegen
High practical relevance and promising career prospects: The German and European Business Law (DEWR) degree course is an innovative course that represents a rewarding and promising alternative to traditional law studies. The course combines business administration with law, with the latter making up the greater part of the overall course content with a share of approx. 70% in the Bachelor's degree. From the 4th semester onwards, you have the opportunity to specialize. The practice-oriented curriculum and the short duration of studies allow you to react quickly to trends in the job market and start your career early. As a graduate, you will be universally employable immediately after completing your Bachelor's degree.
Everything at a glance
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Start of studies
Winter semester -
Standard period of study
6 semesters -
Admission restricted
No -
Language of instruction
German, partly English
Career prospects
Whether you're aiming for a stellar career or prefer a healthy work-life balance, with a DEWR degree you'll have a wide range of opportunities in almost any type of company. From a university professorship to a top position in auditing or tax consulting, our reputation, expertise and commitment open up all paths for you. Take advantage of our expertise and connections for your professional success!
Students about the DEWR study program
Excellent study conditions,
personal contact and a campus with short distances
Our Bachelor's and Master's degree programs in German and European Business Law offer excellent training for a career in a wide range of fields. Our graduates work in management positions at DAX companies and global management consultancies, in legal departments, as contract managers, in compliance, insolvency administration and many other professions. There is an exceptionally high demand for them on the job market with corresponding salaries.
Teaching and research are closely linked, which is why we have been offering subjects such as contract negotiation, data protection and data management law, AI law and compliance for our business lawyers for several years and constantly monitor current legislative projects - also through our own research contributions.
The Schlosscampus in Siegen also offers excellent study conditions. In addition to modern lecture halls, a cafeteria designed into the hillside and a beautiful and bright library where there is always space available, you will always have personal contact with your professors and a campus with short distances.
Course content and focus
What you can expect from the DEWR degree program
Study section I
1st - 2nd semester
Introduction/Methodology, Working Techniques, Civil Business Law I, Public Business Law I, Accounting and Financial Statements for Business Lawyers, Cost and Revenue Accounting, Investment and Financing, Civil Business Law II, Public Business Law II
Study section II
3rd - 4th semester
Civil Business Law II, Public Business Law II, Corporate Law (Commercial and Company Law), Interdisciplinary Compulsory Elective Area DEWR, Advanced Seminar Law I, Legal English, Compulsory Elective Area Law, Production, Marketing
Study section III
5th semester
International business law, advanced seminar in law II (economics, interdisciplinary skills), law elective, special business administration (DEWR)
6th semester
Internship
Bachelor's thesis
An internship of at least three months in a suitable commercial enterprise, a suitable freelance practice/law firm or in a suitable public body (authority, court) is obligatory as part of the course. The internship can be completed with a business, legal or interdisciplinary focus. A significantly longer internship is recommended for those who want to go straight into business after their Bachelor's degree.
If you do not have an Abitur but do have a Fachhochschulreife, please find out more here.
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Good reasons for studying DEWR at the University of Siegen
- Germany's most successful business law program with correspondingly extensive experience and a comprehensive national and international network
- close supervisory relationship
- high practical relevance
- Diverse and excellent career opportunities
- We discover and promote talent!
