Dual study at the DHBW Mannheim

Around 6,000 young people are currently studying in the fields of engineering, business or health at the DHBW Mannheim, the second largest site of the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW). During practical placements, students all work for one of our almost 2,000 corporate partner companies. They spend the theory phases at the main campus in the Neuostheim district or at one of the two satellite sites in Mannheim Wohlgelegen or Eppelheim.

What makes this a good degree

A drop-out rate of less than 10% shows how well the study approach at our dual study university in Mannheim works. In addition, you will benefit from the numerous advantages of a dual study programme at the Mannheim site:

Versatile range of courses

Versatile range of courses

Whether in engineering, business or health, the DHBW Mannheim offers an extensive range of courses with more than 45 specialisations.

Quality assurance

Quality assurance

We ensure the quality and practical relevance of our courses by accrediting the study programmes and maintaining a close dialogue with around 2,000 corporate partners.

Lively project culture

Lively project culture

Look beyond your own horizon and put together exciting projects with students from other fields of study.

Create a network

Create a network

Expand your network. We are a meeting place for students and lecturers from a variety of industries and companies.

Acquire additional qualifications

Acquire additional qualifications

You can boost your skills outside of your everyday study routine, for example by attending seminars as part of the Studium Generale.

International networking

International networking

An international exchange with partner universities enriches your studies at the DHBW Mannheim, e.g. through visiting professorships and stays abroad.

Versatile infrastructure

Versatile infrastructure

At the DHBW Mannheim, you will find a modern library as well as an extensive laboratory complex enabling practical exercises and experiments.

University atmosphere focusing on the individual

University atmosphere focusing on the individual

Intensive dialogue within your field of study as well as central services from student counselling to the International Office enable focused support.

Dynamic university environment

Dynamic university environment

By cooperating with other educational institutions in the metropolitan region, you benefit from a wide range of services – from libraries to university sports.

Living in the diverse city of Mannheim

Living in the diverse city of Mannheim

As the centre of the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan region, this multicultural city has a lot to offer: urban flair, lots of green space, vibrant nightlife, a lively cultural scene and much more.

Have we convinced you? Then secure one of the coveted dual study places with one of our partner companies. This is how the application process at the DHBW Mannheim works.