Studienkolleg

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Studienkolleg is an international study program for students who want to study in Germany but whose school leaving certificate is not recognised there. It's basically a pathway to Germany and with German student visa that allows you to start your Bachelor's or Master's degree in Germany without any prior qualification from German schools.

It is a foundation course for non-EU-students who plan to study Bachelor's in Germany, but their education qualification doesn't qualify for direct entrance. In such a scenario, the aspirant will have to first enrol in Studienkolleg in Germany, which is a year's programme. This is because Germany expects 13 years of Education to start a Bachelor's programme and secure your German Student visa. Thus, in the case where you have completed 12 years of Education, you have to enrol.

In India, Students with IB Board and students who crack JEE Advance can skip the Studienkolleg. However, it is not recommended, as skipping Studienkolleg will deprive if students in developing personal, social, and communicative competencies such as self-organization, team spirit, or presentation of results.

Different types of Studienkollegs:

M-Course

This Course is for biological, medical, veterinary or pharmaceutical programmes.

W-Course

This Course is for economic, business, law or social science programmes.

T-Course

 This Course is for mathematical, technical or science programmes.

G-Course

This Course is for Humanities and German Studies.

S-Course

 This Course is for Philosophy or Language Programmes.
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Studienkolleg options;

If you want to enroll in a studienkolleg, you can select from;

  • TU’s Studienkolleg University
  • University of Applied Sciences
  • Private Studienkolleg Institutes

Procedure to apply for Studienkolleg

  • If you are persistent in pursuing your higher education in Germany, you will have to go through certain eligibility criteria to determine whether or not you need a preparatory year.
  • Studienkolleg is a step on the way to your first university degree. It's an intensive language course that will prepare you for your studies at German universities and support your application for German student visa.
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Acquire an understanding of the German/English Language (both oral and written)

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Apply for a student visa

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Frequently asked questions

How will I know that I need a studienkolleg before enrolling in a bachelor’s programme?

Students who studied IB Board or have completed their first year of bachelor’s in their home country or have cleared JEE Advance need not appear for Studienkolleg.

The exceptions to this are applicable for IB Board students, students who have completed the first year of Bachelor’s programme and students who have cleared JEE Advance

Can I choose my Preparatory Course?

Yes, you can choose your preparatory course amongst M, T, W, G, or S courses depending upon the field you want to pursue in the future.

Which entrance examination is conducted for Studienkolleg and bachelor’s programme?

The exam conducted is as follows:

  • Studenienkolleg : Aufnahmeprufung
  • Bachelors: Feststellungsprüfung (FSP)