
Supplementary studiesÌý–Ìýfor topics that concern everyone.
The benefit of supplementary studies
In addition to our degree programmes that lead to academic degrees, we offer various further areas as supplementary studies. Are you interested in sustainability, intersectionality research, interculturality research, didactics of German as a second language, or theatre didactics? Then enrol in the respective supplementary course of study, and immerse yourself in topics that have relevance beyond one single degree programme – whether just for yourself, to realize your professional goals, or for the good of our society. The good news is that the supplementary courses of study listed here are open to all students at the University of Bayreuth. They can usually be integrated flexibly into your studies, and usually conclude with the awarding of a certificate. Your point of Âé¶¹¾«Æ· for any general questions regarding supplementary studies is Student Advising.
Simply sign up and get started
You want more?
In so-called module studies, individual modules from bachelor's and master's degree programmes can be completed and concluded with an examination. You can find more information on this option on the website of the Student Administration Office. We have summarised the range of possible module studies in the respective semester for you in an overview. In addition, the University of Bayreuth cooperates with the Virtual University of Bavaria, to enable students from Bayreuth to take courses there as well.
Subject-specific additional courses of study
Not all additional courses offered at the University of Bayreuth are freely accessible, some are also bound to certain main courses of study. You can find an overview here.
The University of Bayreuth is the only university in Germany that offers the additional degree "Business Lawyer (Univ. Bayreuth)". This can be obtained by all students of the law degree programme (state examination) during their studies by taking the supplementary Additional Sudies in Economics course (WiwiZ) integrated into the law degree programme.
Available for
- Law degree programme
A unique offering in Germany at the University of Bayreuth: Additional Studies in Engineering (TeWiZ).
Available for
- Law degree programme
- Bachelor of Law, Business & Economics
- Bachelor and Master Business Administration
- Bachelor and Master Economics
- Bachelor and Master Health Economics
- Bachelor and Master Business & Information Systems Engineering
- Bachelor International Economics & Development
- Master International Economics & Governance
- Master Digitalization & Entrepreneurship
Biological Physics is aimed at particularly interested and ambitious master's students of biology, biochemistry, or physics who wish to learn about future-oriented, socially relevant, cutting-edge research at the interface between biology and physics.
Available for:
- The Physics master’s programme
- The Biochemistry & Molecular Biology master’s programme
- The Molecular Ecology master’s programme
- The Biodiversity & Ecology master’s programme
The supplementary programme in Computer Science & Digitisation for Lawyers, DigiZ for short, is a joint project of the Faculty of Law, Business & Economics and the Faculty of Mathematics, Physics & Computer Science. Bayreuth law students can use it to acquire the basic knowledge of computer science that is becoming increasingly important for their studies, science, and career.
Available for
- Law degree programme
- Bachelor of Law, Business & Economics
In the Data Literacy supplementary programme, students acquire knowledge and skills to collect, manage, analyse, and apply data in a critical way.
Available for
- All master‘s degree programmes
- Law degree programme
The supplementary programme "Environmental Law" aims to provide students of the Faculty of Biology, Chemistry & Earth Sciences as well as of the Faculty of Engineering Science with the legal basics in public law and administrative law, and specifically in the areas of nature conservation and landscape management, soil protection, immission control, water protection, and climate protection.
According to the study regulations, the additional study programme is open to all degree programmes of the BCG and ING faculties.
Based on the internationalisation strategy of the University of Bayreuth, the supplementary programme in International Legal Studies aims to expand knowledge and understanding in various areas of international law.
Available for
- Law degree programme
- Bachelor of Law, Business & Economics
Within the framework of the Bavarian Elite Network, particularly gifted and capable students of biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, and physics for the teaching profession at grammar schools receive educational and developmental opportunities that go much further beyond what is offered in regular teacher training programmes.
Available for
- The teaching degree programme at the University of Bayreuth involving at least one of the following subjects: biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, or physics for the teaching profession at grammar schools
KI, Data Science, and Robotics & Automation have captured the world's imagination in recent years, and our program is your gateway to unlocking the full potential of these transformative fields.
These certifications represent a significant achievement and a mark of your expertise in each respective domain. Earning these certifications not only validates your expertise in the respective fields but also catapults you to the forefront of the competitive job market, showcasing your proven knowledge and skills, and significantly enhancing your desirability to potential employers.
The certificates are acquired as part of the regular study program. Since the courses eligible for the certificate are also part of the curriculum, students can seamlessly integrate the certificate into their studies.
Available for
- Bachelor of Science Angewandte Informatik
- Bachelor of Science Informatik
- Master of Science Computer Science
- Master of Science Angewandte Informatik
- Master of Science Informatik
Any questions? We are happy to inform, advise and support you.

Student Advising
Hotline: +49 (0)921 / 55-4433 (Tue-Thu, 10-11 a.m.)
Website:
Student Administration Office
Phone: +49 (0)921 / 55-5256
E-mail: studierendenkanzlei@uni-bayreuth.de
Fax: +49 (0)921 / 55-84-5346
Zentrale Universitätsverwaltung (ZUV), Office 1.09
Universitätsstraße 30, 95447 Bayreuth