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  • Welcome to NBS Northern Business School in Hamburg!

    Welcome to NBS Northern Business School in Hamburg!

    Discover our vibrant city in northern Germany – and become part of an international community at NBS.

  • "NBS combines Hamburg’s spirit with real personal attention."

    "NBS combines Hamburg’s spirit with real personal attention."

    An incoming student

  • Application

    Application

    Apply by 1 February (courses start 15 March) or by 1 August (courses start 15 September) of each year.

  • Studying at NBS

    Studying at NBS

    We offer courses in both German and English. German-speaking students can complete their entire studies at NBS, while international students are welcome to join us for a semester abroad.

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Courses

NBS offers courses in German and in English language. Find out which courses fit your interest.

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Studying at NBS

Find out everything you need to know before coming to NBS or applying for our programs/courses.

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Life in Hamburg

Hamburg is one of the most livable cities in Europe. Come and get to know the "Pearl of the North"!

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NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences | Hamburg, Germany

Shape your future with NBS – the private business school in Hamburg, Germany

NBS Northern Business School – University of Applied Sciences is a state-recognized private university located in Hamburg, Germany. It holds institutional accreditation by the German Council of Science and Humanities (Wissenschaftsrat). Since its founding in 2007, NBS has become a respected institution with approximately 1,000 students.

The university was established by business leaders and industry associations from the Hamburg metropolitan region and is operated by the North German Educational Foundation (Norddeutsche Bildungsstiftung).

NBS empowers students to develop their skills, unlock their potential, and take confident steps toward a successful future. With a strong focus on practical experience, flexible study options, and a supportive academic community, NBS offers an ideal environment for personal and professional growth.



"Under all circumstances, I recommend my stay in Hamburg and at the NBS: This semester abroad was really a valuable experience; I am very thankful because my time as an Erasmus student was really wonderful and challenging and will always be a piece of my heart."

Beatrice Danese, Erasmus student from Mantua, Italy, studying at NBS for one semester