GISMA University of Applied Sciences
GISMA teaches business, management and technology entirely in English from campuses in Potsdam and Berlin.
About GISMA
It was built for international students rather than adapted for them: the whole administration, from admissions to careers, runs in English, and cohorts are small.
Its master's programmes in data science, artificial intelligence and international management are the ones our students ask about most.
Strong subjects
Entry at a glance
| English | IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 depending on programme; TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo accepted |
| Intakes | October; January; April |
| Undergraduate fees | about €10,000 to €13,000 a year |
| Postgraduate fees | about €13,000 to €18,000 for the programme |
| Application fee | About €100 |
| Deposit | First instalment on acceptance |
Fees are indicative for 2026/27. We confirm the exact figure with the university before you apply.
Courses
A selection. Ask us for the full list, or for a course that is not shown here.
| Course | Level | Length | Indicative fee | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Data Science, AI and Digital Business | Postgraduate | 1 to 2 years | €16,500 | Oct, Jan, Apr |
| MSc International Management | Postgraduate | 1 to 2 years | €15,500 | Oct, Jan, Apr |
| MBA | Postgraduate | 1 year | €18,000 | Oct, Jan, Apr |
| MSc Finance and Accounting | Postgraduate | 1 to 2 years | €15,500 | Oct, Jan |
| BSc International Business Management | Undergraduate | 3 years | €12,000 | Oct, Jan, Apr |
Campus and student life
Language
Taught and administered entirely in English, with German modules included.
Cohort size
Small groups, which suits students who want contact with tutors rather than lecture halls.
Work
140 full days or 280 half days of work a year alongside study.
After you graduate
An 18-month residence permit to find work, with Berlin's technology sector on the doorstep.
Questions about GISMA
Where exactly is GISMA?
Potsdam, a UNESCO World Heritage city about thirty minutes by train from central Berlin, plus a Berlin city campus.
Is everything in English?
Yes, including admissions, student services and careers support.
What do I need for the visa?
A blocked account funded for the year, your admission letter, health insurance and proof of English. We prepare the file with you.
Are there scholarships?
Merit-based tuition reductions are offered at the offer stage. We check what your results qualify for first.
Interested in GISMA?
Send us your results. We will tell you which of its courses you can get into and what the year will cost.