1. Kempten University of Applied Sciences
  2. Faculty of Tourism Management
  3. Degree Courses
  4. Bachelor’s degrees
  5. practical semester

All the key info on the practical semester

Our 18-week practical semester is a crucial component of the bachelor’s degree programme. Your practical semester offers opportunities to acquire insights into the industry, undertake an internship abroad and make contacts ahead of embarking upon your career. Semester 4 is the designated practical semester, as this allows you to plough your newly gained insights into the advanced course, although you might also choose to slot it in later.

How long?
At least 18 weeks
Where?
Either in Germany or abroad
When?
Our recommendation is 4th Semester dates
How?
The best option is a tourism-based company
  • Who can answer my questions?
    • Professor Peter Reissner, the faculty’s placement officer
  • Is there any supplementary information that I can download?
    • Related documents and further information can be found here.

Our students’ accounts of their practical semester

In the Allgäu, Munich or Hamburg – What do our students think about their first footsteps in the field? They offer some intriguing insights into their fabulous experiences in companies in the tourist business in this short video. Our students’ wide-ranging skills poise them perfectly for their placements, thanks to the purposeful PRACTICAL FOCUS in the Faculty of Tourism Management.

All kinds of employers and locations, dedicated and dynamic teams, enjoying working together, a great atmosphere, the chance to assume responsibility and gain valuable experience – making leaps and bounds while you have the time of your life.

Student Tessa recounts her experiences with Kempten Tourism Office

Our student Tessa spent her practical semester with Kempten Tourism Office. She was deployed in various major projects in the back office, but also came into close contact with the public in customer service.