University of Labour
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
- 2021
Overview
The University of Labour is a state-recognized university of applied sciences in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, and the first higher education institution in trade union ownership in Europe. Established in 2021, it offers bachelor's and master's programs in applied business administration, labour law, and sustainable management, with an explicitly worker-oriented and interdisciplinary approach to research and teaching.
Fields of study
- Business Administration
- Labour Law
- Management
- Labour Relations
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- 2026-10-08
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Bachelor programs: personal costs up to 475 EUR/month (depending on employer contribution and study funding), plus a one-time enrollment fee of 540 EUR (waived for early applicants). MBA: personal costs up to 19,800 EUR total, plus 540 EUR enrollment fee. Costs may be tax-deductible. Employer co-financing and scholarship options available.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angewandte Betriebswirtschaftslehre (B.A.) (opens in a new tab)Part Time | Bachelor's | 42 months | Varies | Oct 6, 2026 | WiSe 2026/2027 |
| Arbeitsrecht (LL.B.) (opens in a new tab)Part Time | Bachelor's | 42 months | Varies | Oct 6, 2026 | WiSe 2026/2027 |
| Strategie und nachhaltiges Management (MBA) (opens in a new tab)Part Time | Master's | 2 years | €19,800 / total | Oct 6, 2026 | WiSe 2026/2027 |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.