University certificate
Sustainable thinking, responsible action (NAC)
Today’s students are the decision-makers and innovators of tomorrow. In this context, sustainability plays a major role. Although sustainability is often associated with environmental protection, the concept goes far beyond this and encompasses ecological sustainability, social justice and economic viability. Acting sustainably is therefore a responsible and forward-looking approach.
The university certificate is available as an additional qualification to students across all 14 departments at Hochschule München; it offers the opportunity to acquire general and subject-specific skills relevant to everyday life and professional practice, and certifies these for the job market.
These 5 modules lead to a certificate
| No. | Course | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductory course (compulsory module) | 2 |
| 2 | Reflection I (compulsory module) | 1 |
| 3 | Specialist specialisation (compulsory elective module) | 5 |
| 4 | Practical component (compulsory elective module) | 5 |
| 5 | Reflection II (compulsory module) | 2 |
| Total | 15 | |
Module 1: Introductory course
- This introductory course will be offered twice in the summer semester of 2026:
- 014 Perspectives on Sustainability: Knowledge, Change and Responsibility (NAC)
- 016 Perspectives on Sustainability: Knowledge, Change and Responsibility (NAC)
- Places are allocated by lottery via Primuss. Students who do not secure a place through the lottery may email the lecturer to enquire about any available places.
Module 2: Reflection I
- Reflection I is an optional AW module and is open to students who wish to obtain the university certificate. Students must register for the module by emailing the lecturer. Once a place has been confirmed, students must register for the examination online via PRIMUSS during the general examination registration period.
Modules 3 and Module 4
Modules from the student’s own degree programme may be credited as Module 3 ‘Subject-specific specialisation’ and Module 4 ‘Practical application’. Students can use the list of creditable modules to check which modules they have already completed.
Good to know
For Module 4, "Practical Component", skills acquired through internships or voluntary work in a sustainability-related context may also be considered for academic credit transfer. Activities related to sustainability undertaken within the HM may also be considered for academic credit transfer upon application. Applications for academic credit transfer can be submitted by email to profil@hm.edu.
Module 5: Reflection II
012 Sustainability in Business – Innovative Solutions and the Mindset for Tomorrow (NAC)
- Does not apply to the 2026 summer semester: Reflection II is an optional elective module and may be taken by students who wish to obtain the university certificate. Enrolment must be arranged by emailing the lecturer. Once a place has been confirmed, students must register for the examination online via PRIMUSS during the general examination registration period.
- Applies to the 2026 summer semester: As Reflection II cannot be offered in the 2026 summer semester, students have been given the option of taking module 012 ‘Sustainability in Business – Innovative Solutions and the Mindset for Tomorrow’ (NAC) as an alternative. This module is an AW; access is via the lottery system. Students who do not secure a place via the lottery may email the lecturer to enquire about a free place.
FAQ
1 Introductory course
This introductory course is an AW module. Places are allocated by lottery via Primuss. You can find more information on how to enrol in AW modules on the Department of General and Interdisciplinary Studies website.
2 Reflection I
Reflection I is an optional AW module and can only be taken by students who wish to obtain the university certificate. Enrolment is done by emailing the lecturers. Once a place has been confirmed, you can register for the exam later online during the general exam registration period via PRIMUSS. You can find more information on enrolling in optional generaleducation modules on the Department of General and Interdisciplinary Studies website.
3 Specialised study
One module from your own degree programme may be counted towards your specialisation. The modules that are eligible are listed in the compulsory elective module catalogues (see below).
4 Application section
One module from your own degree programme may be credited as part of the practical component. The modules eligible for academic credit transfer are listed in the compulsory elective module catalogues (see below). Upon application, relevant internships, voluntary work or academic projects may also be credited towards individual modules. Applications can be submitted by email to profil@hm.edu.
5 Reflection II
Reflection II is an optional AW module and is only open to students who wish to obtain the university certificate. Enrolment is done by emailing the lecturers. Once a place has been confirmed, you can register for the exam later online during the general exam registration period via PRIMUSS. You can find more information on enrolling in optional Studium Generalecourses on the Department of General and Interdisciplinary Studies website.
None. The offer is open to all students at Hochschule München (with the exception of advanced programmes).
None. You can start the programme at any time during your studies. Courses are offered every semester. The university certificate can be obtained in as little as two semesters by carefully selecting the right courses, or it can be spread over several semesters alongside your studies.
No separate registration or enrolment is required to obtain the university certificate. Simply register for your chosen modules and the examination (PRIMUSS) at the start of the semester as usual.
No. The service is free of charge.
Once you have successfully completed all the modules, you can apply for your university certificate by email , specifying the modules you have successfully completed.
Contact
Center for Innovation in Teaching and Education