German Excellence • Professional Football • World-class Education

A NO-Compromise Pathway for ambitious Student-Athletes

A Fully Accredited university degree

DFI students can earn a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management with a focus on sports. The degree is taught entirely in English and offers a global curriculum with internships in German clubs and sports organizations. With this degree, you can have a direct pathway into Europe’s vibrant sports industry.

ELITE EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

DFI offers professional-level training with multiple daily sessions led by licensed coaches and personalized development plans based on advanced sports science. Players also gain showcase opportunities and a direct pathway into Germany’s extensive football ecosystem.

WHAT WE OFFER

World-class education - professional coaching

Where Ambition meets No compromise.

Deutsches Fussball Internat is a high-performance environment where German discipline, elite-level coaching, and international academic pathways come together to develop both professionals and people.

Here, football, education, and personal growth are fully integrated — everything a young athlete needs to succeed is in one place.

EDucation: high-quality, global academic pathways

University of Applied Management

Recruiting now for an August 2026 start date.

At Deutsches Fussball Internat, student-athletes don’t have to choose between college and football. Our on-campus Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Management with a Sports Focus, taught in English, lets players earn an accredited university degree in Europe while training daily in a professional football environment.

University Profile

As the largest private university in Bavaria, the institution offers more than 40 bachelor’s and master’s programs across disciplines such as Management, IT, Engineering, Media, Fashion and Beauty, Sports, and Psychology. All programs are future-oriented, with a strong emphasis on hands-on competencies and employability. The university’s main campus is located in Munich, complemented by 12 additional satellite campuses across Europe and Africa.

Degree: Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Management

The program has a duration of seven semesters and comprises 180 ECTS credits at EQF Level 6. It is a competence-based course of study with a strong practical component and is taught 100% in English. The program takes place on campus at the Deutsches Fußball Internat (DFI) in Germany and offers a clear academic progression to a Master’s degree in Sports Management (M.A.) with a specialization in Football Management.

ACCREDITATION

The institution is accredited by the German Council for Science and Humanities (Wissenschaftsrat) and state-approved by the Bavarian Ministry of Science, Research and Arts. All academic programs are additionally accredited by the German Accreditation Council.

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Course Content

1. Pre-course

for language support (if necessary), Scientific work skills, Soccer development

2. SEMESTER

Cornerstone Module: Introduction to Management and Academic Work
Marketing
Club and association management and organization in sports
Personality Development, Problem Solving & Decision Making
Transfer Module 1: Media and Communication in Football
Professional Communication & Team Development

3. SEMESTER

Human Resources
Sports Science
Eventmanagement
Professional Communication & Team Development

4. SEMESTER

Accounting
CSR and Sustainability in Sports
Fundamentals of Research Methods in SportsGlobal Challenges and Future Skills
Transfer Module 3: Data Analysis in Football

5. SEMESTER

Law
Financial Management in Sports
Digital transformation and AI in sports
Transfer Module 4: Scouting and Squad Planning in Football/Player Transfers in Football

6. SEMESTER

Focus 1: Talent Development & Support Structures
Focus 2: Controlling in Football
Focus 3: Licensing and Selected Issues in Football
Action Learning/Focus Project: Collaboration with Football Stakeholders/Marketing Rights in Football

7. SEMESTER

Project Design the Future
Journal Club
Applied Research Methods
Bachelor Thesis

FOOTBALL:PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WITHOUT COMPROMISE

optimal, individual football advancement

A unique schedule allows each student to work on their individual strengths and weaknesses through individual training.

focus on individual training

Students benefit from daily training with UEFA-licensed professional coaches, participate in high-level competitions and matches, and follow personalized development plans.

Career Pathways

The program provides exposure to professional academies and clubs, career guidance and scouting support, and access to licensed agents through DFI’s extensive network.

care & Support

360° SAFETY AND WELLBEING

In order to give talented youth from abroad and from Germany the opportunity to learn and train at DFI, boarding spaces are available.

housing

A safe home away from home—round-the-clock supervision, experienced caregivers, and holistic support so young players feel secure, supported, and cared for every day.

24/7 support

From the welcome desk to pedagogical supervisors, licensed coaches, and the boarding school director, trained staff are present around the clock to supervise, support, and safeguard our players.

Bistro

Nutritious, athlete-optimized daily meals and snacks prepared by our in-house kitchen.

laundry & cleaning crew

Just like at home, our laundry and cleaning team takes care to maintain a clean environment, both in the school and of the soccer equipment.

medical and physiotherapy support

DFI offers professional medical and physiotherapy support to ensure athletes receive expert care for injury prevention, recovery, and overall physical wellbeing.

Team & Community Activities

DFI organizes group activities, day trips, and community-building programs to foster teamwork, social connections, and a supportive environment beyond the training field.

cOSTS

The Entire worry-free package

The annual price includes:

Full board: accommodation, meals, laundry; 24/7 supervision, training sessions in the morning and in the afternoon, driving service, field trips, etc.

TOTAL PACKAGE

approx. 46,000 € annual fee (semi-annual/annual payment)
- detailed cost overview upon request -

Deutsches Fußball internat:

THE MISSING LINK.

At Deutsches Fussball Internat, talented players don’t just train — they transition into elite football through a proven system built for advancement.
A direct pathway. A professionalized environment. The step that turns potential into a career.