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Economics & Philosophy

Bachelor of Arts (no new admissions possible at present)

Are you interested in economical topics - and you want to shape society for the future? Then the new Bachelor's degree programme in Economics & Philosophy is exactly what you are looking for! It combines philosophy and business administration and thus offers valuable interdisciplinary skills that are in high demand on the job market.

What kind of growth is possible within the limits of our planet? How can companies create jobs that make a good life possible? ChatGPT - Curse and Blessing: What rules do we want to give ourselves to remain human? Do we have to define the relationship between humans and nature in order to economise differently? If you want to change the world, you first have to understand it.

The Economics & Philosophy degree programme sets out to do just that, offering a scientific education that transcends disciplinary boundaries in search of new solutions to pressing questions. In this study programme, you will learn how companies operate - and where capitalism reaches its limits. You explore and expand what is thinkable and feasible. Furthermore, you will learn to question established concepts of economy(s) in society - critically, systematically and soundly with the means of philosophy.

Here you will study in small groups and have the opportunity for exchange and discussion in the seminars. The study programme is taught in German.

Course Contents & Structure

Course Contents & Structure

The Bachelor's program in Economics & Philosophy combines academic excellence with a strong focus on practical application. In our seminars, we work on projects in collaboration with companies and engage in discussions with industry leaders who offer insights into sustainable business practices. We also encourage you to consider internships, and we are happy to assist you in finding suitable placements through our extensive network of sustainable companies and NGOs.

During your studies, you can choose from a variety of elective subjects, including:

  • Social Innovation
  • Interactive Value Creation & Innovation
  • Sustainable Entrepreneurship
  • Alternative Approaches in Business Research
  • Artistic Action in Organisations
  • Social Banking
  • Social Finance
  • Sustainable supply chain management
  • Controlling
  • Work in commerce and trade management


Within the philosophy modules, you also have a high degree of freedom to choose which courses and topics you take.

Partner companies

Partner companies

The Bachelor's programme Economics & Philosophy is a practice-oriented programme. In the seminars, projects are offered in cooperation with companies, which offer you first insights into practice.

You can also spend the lecture-free period with a partner company and thus gain valuable professional experience during your studies. You actively work with your practice partner and spend a total of 60 weeks with your partner company during your studies. Your partner company sponsors your degree programme so that you are exempt from tuition fees when studying with a practice partner.
Check out our partner companies and how many placements they offer.

We will support you in your search for a partner company and help you to approach companies that are not currently cooperating with Alanus University. Please contact us for advice on which companies might be a good fit for you, how and when to apply to partner companies.

If you are interested in becoming a partner company, please get in touch for more information.

Contact:
Anna Rühmann (Strategic Partnerships Contact).
+49 2222 9321-1627 (Monday and Wednesday)
anna.ruehmann@alanus.edu

Tuition fees & financing options

Tuition fees & financing options

Tuition fees and other fees

  • 626,- € per month
  • 3.696,- € for payment by semester

There are costs per semester for the North Rhine-Westphalia transportation ticket, as well as a one-time enrolment fee of 300 euros and an examination fee of 300 euros when registering for the Bachelor's thesis.
Here you can find more information on tuition fees and other fees.
 

Study with a practice partner
Tuition fees for studies with a practice partner are free of charge. The prerequisite for this is that you complete practical phases with a partner company that pays the sponsorship fees.
 

Further financing options

The financial aid service will be happy to inform you about further funding options.
Here is an example of how you can finance your studies with us:

  • BAföG: BAföG is available to support your studies.
  • Deutschlandstipendium (German public-private scholarship): Alanus University also awards the Deutschlandstipendium.
Career Prospects

Career Prospects

After completing your degree successfully, you can go straight into professional life or opt for a master's degree - in business administration, sustainability management or even philosophy. You will qualify for tasks in CSR and sustainability management, cultural and organizational development of companies, or you can start a social enterprise yourself. You can also work as a project manager in NGOs, as a consultant in foundations, or in ethically oriented marketing agencies or management consultancies.

Alternatively, you can follow up with a master's degree at Alanus University or another university in Germany or abroad. You are excellently qualified for in-depth interdisciplinary and business master's programs as well as for degree programs with a focus on philosophy.

Semester abroad while studying

Semester abroad while studying

The programme is structured in such a way that you can spend the third semester at a university abroad. Alanus University cooperates with numerous universities, including in Norway, Latvia and Egypt. No additional tuition fees will be charged to you thanks to these cooperations.

Further information on a possible stay abroad can be obtained from the International Office.

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Course Contents & Structure

Course Contents & Structure

The Bachelor's program in Economics & Philosophy combines academic excellence with a strong focus on practical application. In our seminars, we work on projects in collaboration with companies and engage in discussions with industry leaders who offer insights into sustainable business practices. We also encourage you to consider internships, and we are happy to assist you in finding suitable placements through our extensive network of sustainable companies and NGOs.

During your studies, you can choose from a variety of elective subjects, including:

  • Social Innovation
  • Interactive Value Creation & Innovation
  • Sustainable Entrepreneurship
  • Alternative Approaches in Business Research
  • Artistic Action in Organisations
  • Social Banking
  • Social Finance
  • Sustainable supply chain management
  • Controlling
  • Work in commerce and trade management


Within the philosophy modules, you also have a high degree of freedom to choose which courses and topics you take.

Partner companies

Partner companies

The Bachelor's programme Economics & Philosophy is a practice-oriented programme. In the seminars, projects are offered in cooperation with companies, which offer you first insights into practice.

You can also spend the lecture-free period with a partner company and thus gain valuable professional experience during your studies. You actively work with your practice partner and spend a total of 60 weeks with your partner company during your studies. Your partner company sponsors your degree programme so that you are exempt from tuition fees when studying with a practice partner.
Check out our partner companies and how many placements they offer.

We will support you in your search for a partner company and help you to approach companies that are not currently cooperating with Alanus University. Please contact us for advice on which companies might be a good fit for you, how and when to apply to partner companies.

If you are interested in becoming a partner company, please get in touch for more information.

Contact:
Anna Rühmann (Strategic Partnerships Contact).
+49 2222 9321-1627 (Monday and Wednesday)
anna.ruehmann@alanus.edu

Tuition fees & financing options

Tuition fees & financing options

Tuition fees and other fees

  • 626,- € per month
  • 3.696,- € for payment by semester

There are costs per semester for the North Rhine-Westphalia transportation ticket, as well as a one-time enrolment fee of 300 euros and an examination fee of 300 euros when registering for the Bachelor's thesis.
Here you can find more information on tuition fees and other fees.
 

Study with a practice partner
Tuition fees for studies with a practice partner are free of charge. The prerequisite for this is that you complete practical phases with a partner company that pays the sponsorship fees.
 

Further financing options

The financial aid service will be happy to inform you about further funding options.
Here is an example of how you can finance your studies with us:

  • BAföG: BAföG is available to support your studies.
  • Deutschlandstipendium (German public-private scholarship): Alanus University also awards the Deutschlandstipendium.
Career Prospects

Career Prospects

After completing your degree successfully, you can go straight into professional life or opt for a master's degree - in business administration, sustainability management or even philosophy. You will qualify for tasks in CSR and sustainability management, cultural and organizational development of companies, or you can start a social enterprise yourself. You can also work as a project manager in NGOs, as a consultant in foundations, or in ethically oriented marketing agencies or management consultancies.

Alternatively, you can follow up with a master's degree at Alanus University or another university in Germany or abroad. You are excellently qualified for in-depth interdisciplinary and business master's programs as well as for degree programs with a focus on philosophy.

Semester abroad while studying

Semester abroad while studying

The programme is structured in such a way that you can spend the third semester at a university abroad. Alanus University cooperates with numerous universities, including in Norway, Latvia and Egypt. No additional tuition fees will be charged to you thanks to these cooperations.

Further information on a possible stay abroad can be obtained from the International Office.

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Course Language
Please note that our teaching language is German.

Course duration
6 semesters (3 years)

Start of programme
Autumn semester (September)

Degree
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Contact
Department of Business Management
wirtschaft@alanus.edu
+49 2222 9321-1600

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