studiumplus.de

What It Is

StudiumPlus is one of the larger and longer-established dual higher-education programs in the German state of Hesse. It is run jointly by Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen (THM), IHK-Verbund Mittelhessen, and regional companies through CCD. Rather than a conventional online course platform, it is a system of bachelor’s, master’s, and international exchange internship programs that combine university-based theory with hands-on company training. Study locations include Wetzlar as well as Bad Hersfeld, Bad Vilbel, Bad Wildungen, Biedenkopf, Frankenberg, Limburg, and others.

Core Features

Subject areas cover applied fields such as business administration, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and civil engineering/construction. Teaching is mainly based on in-person university classes plus practical training at companies; the source text does not indicate live online classes, recorded courses, or 1-on-1 formats. In terms of credentials, the bachelor’s programs award a Bachelor degree under the European system and can lead on to a Master’s program. EIEM international internships can grant 10, 20, or 32 ECTS depending on duration, and language courses can also award 3–4 ECTS. Course content is handled by THM’s ZDH and accredited by ZEVA Hannover.

Pricing and Commitment

Students need to pay THM semester fees; the amount given in the text is around €333 per semester. Costs for companies are clearer: €300 per student per month for bachelor’s students and €390 per student per month for master’s students, plus an annual membership fee of €100–500. For international EIEM interns, companies pay at least €600/month. Students should also budget for insurance of up to around €120/month, a semester fee of around €300, language courses costing €400–600, and living/accommodation expenses.

Pros and Cons

The main strength is its strong corporate network, with more than 1,000 partner companies. The text also states that 95% of graduates stay with partner companies after graduation, making the career pathway especially strong. Students are paid during both theory and practical phases, which reduces financial pressure while studying. The international program also provides a Buddy program, academic mentors, and company supervision. The limitations are that admission is not simple: bachelor’s and master’s applicants must first sign a study contract with a partner company, while the international program also requires enrollment at a partner university, German at A2 level, and English at B2 level. The program is also heavily dependent on studying in person in Germany.

Who It’s For and Access from China

StudiumPlus is best suited to students with clear career goals who want to enter applied roles through practical experience with German companies. It is also suitable for exchange students from partner universities who want to complete credit-bearing company internships. For Chinese students, the source text does not specify website access or payment conditions, so these remain unknown. The real barriers are partner-university eligibility, language ability, visas, proof of funds, and matching with a company. If the dual-study model or the requirement to go to Germany is not feasible, alternatives include DAAD program information, regular THM degree programs, or company-linked programs at other German universities of applied sciences.