Bridging studies: Future ideas and implementation of projects
Facts and figures
Degree programme:
Bridging studies
Degree:
Other
Admission:
No admission restrictions
THWS location:
Würzburg, Campus Münzstraße
Faculties:
Applied Natural Sciences and Humanities
Campus for Applied Research
Duration:
1 to 2 semesters standard time to degree
Study mode:
Full-time degree programme
Language:
German
Semester fees:
None (student services fee only (Studierendenwerksbeitrag); approx. EUR 150)
Start of studies:
Summer and Winter Semester
(15 March and 1 October)
Application period:
Annually,
1 May
till
15 July
and
15. November
till
15. January
Contact
Contact person
Dr. Felix Liedel
felix.liedel@thws.de
Academic Advisory Service
studienberatung@thws.de
Degree programme website
Degree programme Brückenstudium (Zukunftsideen und Projektumsetzung)
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Bridging studies: Future ideas and implementation of projects
Develop your project with academic support
Do you have an idea that you would like to realise but for which you need a suitable structure and support? Then, the bridging studies at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS) are the perfect fit. The bridging studies offer you a unique framework that allows you to realise your own project in the fields of academia, business, social sciences, or creativity – with practice-oriented lectures, professional support, and a strong network. Use these studies to pursue your vision, develop valuable competences, and prepare your next career steps!
Reasons to take up bridging studies at THWS
Studying at the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt opens up doors to a world of innovation and challenges. We connect important theory with the required practice, fundamental research with applied knowledge, and regional expertise with global perspective. At THWS, you learn to gain new perspectives and contribute to a more sustainable and advanced future. During your studies you can attain to additional qualifications (e.g. trainer certificate (Ausbilderschein), language courses).
Three good reasons
Use transition periods in a meaningful way: Dedicate the gap between qualification and life phases to your personal development
Room for creative ideas: Develop your project with academic support
Close to practice and flexible: Learn to work in a project-based and independent way
Study contents
The modular bridging studies can be completed in one or two semesters. They combine practice-oriented studies and academic fundamentals. The focus is on your individual project, which is complemented by seminars, workshops, and individual coaching. You acquire up to 30 ECTS credits that may be accredited for a future degree programme according to the study regulations. The bridging studies can be commenced in summer and winter semester.
Programme structure
You will develop a solid basis and start working on your project. You are introduced to project management and academic work. You develop methods for planning, organising, and implementing. Furthermore, you deepen your competences in elective modules from the fields of communication, business model development, and creativity techniques. At the same time, you start to put your project into practice with the support of lecturers and experts from different fields.
Your project will start to take shape in seminars and practice workshops. You reflect on your progress, present your results, and receive valuable feedback. In addition, you will be prepared to implement your project in professional practice or to take the next step towards starting a company or further academic qualification.
You can decide whether you want to complete the studies in one semester or go into more depth and thus take two semesters. Throughout your entire studies, you benefit from individual supervision, a strong network, and THWS resources.
Focus areas
You can tailor the programme to your interests.
Our specialisation modules include:
- Project management
- Personal development
- Communication & media
- Business model development
- Science management
- Individual specialisation through offers by Virtuelle Hochschule Bayern (VHB)
Students can also choose from our general elective modules (AWPM). These enable you to specialise further.
Career and perspectives
The bridging studies are unique because they focus on your individual project and prepare you specifically for your next professional or academic steps. You will develop practical skills that are in demand in self-employment, in companies, or in academia. Whether you want to set up your own business, develop your career, or gain further qualifications, the bridging studies open up numerous professional and academic opportunities:
The bridging studies prepare you in particular for professional fields, activities, and degree programmes that require a high degree of initiative, creativity, and project management. These include:
- Entrepreneurship and start-up
- Project management
- Intrapreneurship
- Science and research
- Media and creative industry
- Social innovations and activities in the non-profit sector
- Innovation management
Are bridging studies the right choice for you?
This offer is ideal if you have a strong intrinsic motivation to implement your own projects and are able to work in a creative, well-organised way. It is particularly suitable if you have a specific project idea that you would like to develop further with academic support. Or if you want to make good use of a transition phase between different qualifications, the bridging studies offer you the right framework to effectively advance your goals.
Admission requirements
Requirement for admission to the Technical University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt is a valid general higher education entrance qualification (Abitur), a subject-specific higher education entrance qualification (fachgebundene Hochschulreife), an advanced technical college certificate (Fachhochschulreife), a general/subject-specific entrance qualification for qualified professionals, or a comparable qualification from abroad (HZB, university entrance qualification).
Please also see the language entrance requirements.
Your interests and abilities
- Enthusiasm for realising your own project in an academic environment
- Creativity and initiative
- Organisational skills and strong communication skills
- Interest in interdisciplinary work that combines knowledge from different areas
- Interest in personal and professional development during the transition phases
Application
Apply from 15 November to 15 January via our application portal to start your studies in the upcoming summer semester.
For some degree programmes, the deadline of the application period may be extended. This information will be made known at short notice.
You have already completed study achievements and thus want to apply for a higher semester? Contact our Department of Student Affairs.
Do you have unanswered questions?
You can contact the programme advisor, i.e. a professor of the field of study you are interested in and can ask them your questions.
During the THWS Taster Sessions, you can attend a variety of lectures in the degree programme of your choice and get valuable first impressions of life on campus.
Get informed
Looking for more information? For the most important information on studying at THWS, check out the overview.