1. Which contact can I get in touch with if I have any questions?

As the coordinator of the DFM program,  Mrs. Zbiegly (nadine.zbiegly@wiwi.uni-augsburg.de) is the right contact for all questions concerning the admission conditions, the application process, and the degree program.

Mrs. Maret is the contact in Rennes and is specially responsible for questions on studying in Rennes (student hostels, etc.).

2. How many ECTS credits are required from Business Administration / Economics?

Basically, at least 60 ECTS credits must have been obtained in Business Administration / Economics by the end of your current Bachelor’s degree at the latest. During the Master’s in DFM you cannot resit any courses or take them retroactively. You must have the necessary credits before starting the degree.

3. What level of French must be proven and how can I do this?

French language level B2 (in accordance with CEF) or higher is required. Acceptable proofs are certificates of official language tests as well as proofs of exams you have passed with the relevant level at a university (for example, issued by the language center).

4. Do I have to have a certain level of English to apply?

You do not have to submit any proofs for English; however, if the applicant has them,

they are welcome to enclose them with their application. An enclosed proof is taken into consideration as part of the evaluation of the written application.

5. In which subareas of Business Administration / Economics can I specialize in Augsburg / Rennes?

At the University of Augsburg you have the choice between four specialization options, so-called clusters: Business Analytics & Operations, Finance, Accounting, Controlling & Taxation, Strategy, Marketing & Management, and Economics. At the University of Rennes, more than ten different “parcours” (courses) are available for you to choose from. Here you will find the most important information on the clusters in Augsburg and the parcours in Rennes.

6. How are the clusters in Augsburg (M1) and the parcours in Rennes (M2) combinable with each other?

General information about the combination options for the clusters and parcours are given in the combination table. Regardless of the combination options given there, however, as part of the application process, you should pay attention to consistency in the choice of M1 and M2. The DFM program is not there for students to learn completely new fields, since it is a Master’s program. It makes sense for students, for example, who already have a Bachelor’s with focus on Finance, to opt for the Finance, Accounting, Controlling, & Taxation cluster (M1) and the FE or CB parcours (M2). An analogous example is the choice of the Strategy, Marketing, & Management cluster (M1) in combination with the AIMPE or MEI parcours (M2). Students with a Bachelor’s with Logistics focus should choose the Business Analytics & Operations cluster (M1) in Augsburg and the LOG (M2) parcours in Rennes. The highly quantitative orientation of M2 (e.g., IEF, PPE) should be taken in combination with the Finance, Accounting, Controlling, & Taxation cluster. For applicants whose focal interest is Economics, combinations with the Economics cluster (M1) and the EDP or IMEPP parcours are suitable (M2).

7. Is there a checklist for the application documents?

Yes, follow this  link and you will find the checklist, which you must also enclose with your application.

1. What format does the application interview take and how can I prepare myself?

The application interview generally lasts around 20 minutes and is held in the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Augsburg. The interview jury is made up of University of Augsburg representatives as well as of the Université de Rennes. The interview is held in both German and French. First of all, the applicant should describe their motivation for choosing the program and show how DFM fits in their higher education and career planning. Technical questions will then be asked and the priority given for the cluster/parcours combinations is discussed. The parcours in the second year in Rennes is bindingly specified at the end of the interview. The choice of cluster at the University of Augsburg can be changed up until the degree begins in Augsburg (provided the cluster and parcours continue to be combinable – further information on the combination options can be found here). Applicants should therefore prepare for the various points named above, and in particular, think about the choice of M2 in Rennes in advance and examine the individual options in detail. In particular, applicants who have not got a pure Bachelor’s degree in Business and Economics, should also especially prepare for relevant technical questions on various fundamental areas of economics.

2. When can I expect an acceptance or rejection letter?

Towards the end of June you will receive your preliminary letter of acceptance or final rejection letter.

1. What do I still have to do?

Applicants are informed of the result of the interview by mail, mostly at the end of June. After receiving a letter of acceptance, the applicant must enroll (“matriculation”) with the University of Augsburg (end of September / beginning of October) and also register online with the German-French University (by the end of September). Further information on enrollment is provided in the acceptance letter.

2. How can I find an apartment in Augsburg?

You should start looking for an apartment in Augsburg early. In particular, the student residences of the student services (“Studentenwerk”) are highly in demand. The earlier you submit an application, the higher your chance of receiving a place. Shared apartments and houses etc. can also be found on the usual portals.

3. Is there a possibility of receiving financial support during the Master’s degree course?

The Master’s in DFM is supported by the  German-French University (DFH). Accordingly, during their stay abroad, each student receives a monthly grant, currently €300, for ten months. In addition, students can also apply for other grants, but must note that in some cases it is not possible to receive double funding.

4. How do I prepare for the year in France?

Apart from diverse information events, we also provide you with the contact details of a fellow student who is in a higher semester (if possible, with the same combination of clusters in Augsburg and parcours in Rennes).

5. How do I look for an internship in France?

Each student is responsible for finding their own internship and should note the requirements of their respective parcours in Rennes. In addition, various forms of support are given. For example, most parcours in France have their own association, through which adverts for internships are often distributed. In addition, in Rennes, there are lists available of former internship providers in previous years 

and current adverts are always communicated via the DFM distribution list.

6. What degree do I get after successfully completing my Master’s in DFM?

Students on the DFM program receive two full degrees: a Master of Science issued by the University of Augsburg as well as the French Master’s of the chosen parcours in Rennes. In addition, the German-French University issues a certificate for the two degrees.