English-taught Minors
Exchange students are able to choose from a variety of English-taught Minor Programmes. Each Minor is a one semester long set programme. Most Minors run every semester and consist of 30 ECTS credits. Please note that it is NOT possible to pick and mix courses from different Minors. In order to be admitted to one of our Minors, we expect students to have a language level of B2 or higher in English (non-native speakers need to include proof of language proficiency in their application documents). Some Minors might also require specific academic or technical skills.
The current Minor Programmes offered
Advanced Business Projects
Do you want to learn what it takes to be part of a modern, professional company in Germany's industrial world? Join our Minor Programme Advanced Business Projects.
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Advertising
The Minor Programme Advertising focuses on the planning, design and production of communications in advertising.
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App Design & Development
The Minor Programme App Design & Development provides an introduction and practical experience in interaction design and front-end development for mobile applications.
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Data-Driven Consulting
The Minor Programme Data-Driven Consulting offers an immersive learning environment where students are prepared to navigate the complexities of consulting engagements, manage stakeholder relationships effectively, and leverage advanced analytical tools to
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Experimental Film & Mixed Reality
NEW FROM SUMMER SEMESTER 2025
The main emphasis of the Minor Programme Experimental Film & Mixed Reality is on developing the understanding of visual concepts and contemporary art work, as well as designing and creating responding visuals.
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Games Development
The Minor Programme Games Development provides a sound introduction to various facets of game development in theory and practice.
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Integrated Product Design
The Minor Programme Integrated Product Design provides students with valuable input for the skill set needed for developing future-proof and sustainable products, as well as product-service systems.
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International Publishing
The Minor programme International Publishing is offered at the HdM every summer semester. The Minor consists of interactive seminars, lectures, workshops, and excursions.
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Journalism & Communication Management
Are you a student with a content-oriented background, e.g. in journalism, media and communication, public relations or corporate communications? Then the Minor Programme Journalism & Communication Management is the perfect choice for your semester abroad.
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Media Creation & Management
The Minor Programme Media Creation & Management gives international students the opportunity to gain inside knowledge in creating and capitalizing media.
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Moving Images
The Minor Programme Moving Images focuses on media production and moving images with an emphasis on production and practical approaches, as well as a basis in theory.
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Print and Packaging
This course will provide an overview of different printing and packaging methods. You will learn how these processes impact sustainability, cost and quality.
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Storytelling
The Minor Programme Storytelling introduces students to the tools for screenwriting and for the directors' craft.
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Visual Communication
The Minor Programme Visual Communication focuses on interface and interaction design. Lectures in information technology and psychological processes in the field of the visual communication between man and machine will extend the state of knowledge.
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