Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is one of the oldest private universities in Germany. It is state-recognised and has an academic and educational tradition stretching back about 170 years. The International Business School is a school of Fresenius University of Applied Sciences. Its English-taught programmes attract international students and offer globally-oriented students an international dimension in higher education. The resulting study groups provide exciting possibilities for students to build bridges across cultures at the start of their academic careers.

Further information for our international students can be found here.

Cologne: Cologne is a bustling metropolis of over a million people, with a diverse range of impressive sights. As one of Germany's major university cities, it is not only a centre for academia and student life, but also has a vibrant business and arts community. The open, uncomplicated character of the "Kölner" make it one of Germany's friendliest cities. With its rich multicultural blend and its geographic location at the heart of Europe – the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg are literally just round the corner, while Amsterdam, Brussels, and Paris can be easily reached by train – it is a particularly appealing place to study. Its significance as a business location makes Cologne the ideal place to start a degree in Germany. The city is a leading media centre, with many traditional newspaper and magazine companies. It is also the home of a vibrant radio, music, film, and television scene. It also has a retail and trade fair tradition that goes back centuries. With its vast number of retail and industrial companies, in addition to its IT firms and start-ups, Cologne is an attractive destination for global citizens in every industry.

Berlin: The thriving German capital is not only the centre of political influence. It is also a hub and hot spot for culture and media, and it is one of the top international IT cities. Berlin is renowned for its exceptional variety of attractions, its flourishing cultural scene, and its energetic yet relaxed pace. With a population of around 3.5 million, it is Germany's largest city. Berliners are known for their liberal, cosmopolitan, and unconventional attitudes. There is no other city that bridges past and future quite like Berlin. A vast number of sights recount the city's history, while it is also home to all the major government agencies and buildings, including the historic Reichstag, which houses the "Bundestag", Germany's parliament. This contrast between historic monuments and contemporary architecture, between traditional and modern, is just one of the many aspects that make this city so unique. Berlin is also a magnet for artistic, creative, and unconventional individuals. In Berlin there is also room to slow down and enjoy the finer things of life. It is the greenest European capital, with spacious parks, forests, and lakes. The rhythm of the city combines pulsating urban energy with grace. In the summer, Berliners live outdoors – in the beach bars, cafés, and open-air cinemas and theatres, where they can make the most of the sun and the longer evenings.