Dual Study Program in Jena — Bachelor with Practical Training at JBZ

Dual Study Program with Theory and Practice

Dual Bachelor's Degree Program: Studying with Practical Application

Technology, innovation, and qualified professionals are the foundation of modern industry. A dual bachelor’s degree program combines academic university studies with intensive practical phases in a company – creating optimal conditions for a successful career start.

In a dual study program, you acquire comprehensive theoretical knowledge at the Dual University and apply it directly in practice at the same time. Through regular alternation between university and company, you gain valuable professional experience from the very beginning, become familiar with operational processes, and work on real projects.

General Information on the Dual Bachelor's Degree Program

Here you will find the key information on the dual bachelor’s degree program summarized. This includes program duration, study locations, alternation between university and practice, as well as the recognized academic degree.

Program Duration

Typically 3 years (6 semesters)

University

Dual University Gera-Eisenach (DHGE)

Practical training

At the cooperating company

Qualification

Bachelor's degree (B.A., B.Sc., or B.Eng.)

Further information

Student Status

During the dual study program, you are:

A student at the Dual University Gera-Eisenach
simultaneously employed at a company
with employee-like status

You typically receive monthly compensation and are actively integrated into operational processes.

Program Structure

The dual study program is structured in alternating theory and practice phases:

Study phases at DHGE
Practical phases at the company
regular alternation between both learning locations

The program at DHGE typically begins on October 1.
The bachelor’s thesis is usually completed at the company on a practice-oriented topic.

Examinations:

Part A: Examinations of academic content at DHGE
Part B: Examinations of practice-related academic content

"In the dual study program, students very quickly see how theoretical knowledge can be applied in practice. This direct connection between university and company is a major motivating factor."

- Claudia Sturm, Contact Person for the Bachelor's Degree Program

Interested in the Dual Study Program?

Find out now about available study places, degree programs, and application opportunities with our partner companies and at the Dual University Gera-Eisenach.

We are happy to support you on your path to a dual bachelor’s degree program.

Studies at DHGE

Studies at SCHOTT

Studies at JENOPTIK

Studies at ZEISS

Claudia Sturm

Your contact person for the Bachelor's degree programme

I will be happy to support you personally with your orientation and accompany you on your next step.