1. Graduation: The student completes a distance learning programme with a standard period of study of 2, 3 or 4
semesters, the aim of which is the degree Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Arts (M.A.) or Master of
Science (M.Sc.). An advanced semester lasts 6 months. All examinations for this are conducted and certified by SRH
Fernhochschule.
2. Course of studies: The degree programme is internet-based via the e-campus of SRH Fernhochschule. The participant
himself/herself must ensure that he/she has the technically necessary components (hardware and software) that meet the
requirements for participation in the e-campus of SRH Fernhochschule.
3. Implementation of the degree programme: The implementation of the study programme is governed by the currently
valid study and examination regulations and the associated currently valid implementation regulations, which are part
of the study contract.
4. Tuition fees: The fees can be found in this distance learning contract. If a third party pays the fees, the
parties are jointly and severally liable. The payment of the fees shall be made in € (euros). Any fees incurred for
payments/transfers are not covered by SRH Fernhochschule, but are to be borne by the payer. The tuition fees include:
• Personal contact person for student support • Supervision by a personal mentor from the professors’ circle (mentor
programme) • All study materials provided for the respective degree programme in digital form (with the exception of
legal texts for law examinations and modules in which reference books are used in print version). • E-campus with
access to study materials, audiovisual media, interactive forms of exercise, online lectures and learning groups, etc.
• Digital tools and online libraries such as Office 365, Citavi, EBSCO, Vahlen eLibrary (only included in certain
degree programmes), Statista, SpringerLink, SPSS • All examinations as well as the assessment of the Master’s thesis
Worldwide WLAN access via Eduroam at participating institutions • Issuing of certificates of academic achievement,
certificates, testimonials • SRH Social Guarantee (see A. COURSE OF STUDY 13.) The following are not included in the
tuition fees: • The costs for telephone, internet, postage and remote data transmission and any additional working
materials such as legal texts • The costs for travel, accommodation and meals when participating in the accompanying
events/examinations
5. Flex model: The student chooses the payment period and thus the amount of the monthly tuition feesindividually
(Flex 1 or Flex 2). If Flex 2 (only bookable with residency in the EU or in Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein and the
United Kingdom) is chosen, the monthly tuition fees are reduced with a longer payment period and a higher total fee.
Regardless of the model chosen, the university provides full benefits; these benefits are the equivalent of the Flex 1
monthly tuition fees. After enrolment, a change (only bookable with residency in the EU or in Switzerland, Norway,
Liechtenstein and the United Kingdom) from Flex 1 to Flex 2 is possible only once. The change to a Flex model with
higher monthly tuition fees (e.g. from Flex 2 to Flex 1) is subject to a change fee of €650. The fee is due within 30
days of the changing of the model. The difference between the previous payment model and the new payment model that
has arisen since enrolment must be settled by a one-off payment within 30 days. It is possible to change to a Flex
model with a lower monthly tuition fee without having to pay a change fee. The total fee stated in the contract for
the Flex model valid after the change is due. The option to change again is excluded.
6. Extension or shortening of the duration of studies: The tuition fees include support for twice the standard period
of study (for the standard period of study, see the respective degree programme). If the degree programme is continued
after twice the standard period of study, monthly tuition charges equal to 50 percent of the regular Flex 1 tuition
rate will apply. Should the degree programme be successfully completed before the end of the standard period of study,
the chosen total tuition fee remains unaffected thereby. All costs must be paid before the diploma can be issued.
7. Recognition or crediting of test achievements: Test results obtained at another educational institution can be
credited or recognised in accordance with the Study and Examination Regulations. For each credit point (ECTS) credited
within the standard period of study, the tuition fees are reduced by €40 at the end of the degree programme. When
resuming a discontinued course of study at SRH Fernhochschule, the amount of the reduction in total costs cannot
exceed the amount of the payments made to date.
8. Minimum number of participants: If there are less than five registered applicants, SRH Fernhochschule reserves the
right to cancel or postpone the start of the respective degree programme. In this case, an immediate notification will
be sent out. Classroom events with small numbers of participants can also be held in the form of online presentations.
If there are less than five registered applicants up to 14 days before the start of the event, SRH Fernhochschule
reserves the right to cancel the in-class event. Change of locations: SRH Fernhochschule operates study and
examination centres in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The university is entitled to change locations after giving
reasonable notice.
9. Social guarantee SRH Fernhochschule: If unforeseeable, important reasons (e.g. long-term illness, unemployment)
arise after commencement of studies, a temporary deferment of the monthly fees for 6 months can be applied for at the
university upon presentation of proof. If payments have always been duly made by this date, the request will be
granted. The degree programme can then be continued in full.
10. Additional benefits: Any additional services are not part of this contract. Enrolled students can take additional
modules and participate in study days and study trips, taking exams along the way. These additional occupancies may be
subject to a fee.
11. Change of study model: If it becomes impossible or unreasonable for the higher education institution to carry out
the degree programme in accordance with the study regulations, in particular the courses, for unforeseeable reasons
for which the higher education institution is not responsible, the higher education institution is entitled to carry
out the degree programme, and in particular the courses, in an appropriate alternative manner, provided this is
reasonable for the student and, in particular, does not lead to an extension of the duration of the degree programme
or an adverse change in the degree sought. In this case, the student shall not be entitled to terminate the study
contract for good cause or to reduce the tuition fees or to claim damages.