FAQ - Frequently asked questions

The Studienkolleg prepares you for studying in Germany. You will deepen your subject and German language skills and complete the assessment test - this is your admission to a university course. You can also prepare for language examinations such as the DSH (German Language Test for University Entrance), which is required for enrolment at many universities.

You need a school-leaving qualification that entitles you to study in your home country but is not directly recognized in Germany. In this case, the Studienkolleg is the necessary way to obtain a university entrance qualification. You can also prepare for language examinations such as the DSH, which many universities require for enrolment.

Applications are made online - directly to the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences. You can find the exact deadlines on our website.

German language skills at level B1 are required to take the entrance test.

The TI and WW courses usually last two semesters (one year). The DSH course lasts one semester.
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TI course (technology/engineering) - 2 semesters for technical degree courses: Subjects: German, mathematics, physics, computer science, technical drawing/CAD, English. Degree: Feststellungsprüfung (FSP)

WW course (economics) - 2 semesters for economics courses: subjects: German, mathematics, economics/economics, computer science, business statistics, business psychology, English. Degree: Assessment test (FSP)

DSH course - 1 semester
Intensive preparation for the German language examination for university entrance (DSH)

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Lessons: Lessons take place in groups. Attendance at all classes / courses is compulsory (usually Monday to Friday, 8:00-16:00).

Performance assessments: There are regular tests and invigilated (written) examinations during the semester. To move on to the second semester, it is necessary to achieve at least a "sufficient" grade in all subjects.

At the HSZG Studienkolleg, you will take the assessment test (written and oral in several subjects) or the German language test for university entrance in German, depending on the course. You can find an overview of all exam details here.

With the Feststellungsprüfung (FSP), which you take at the Studienkolleg of the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, you can study at all universities of applied sciences in Germany - matching your specialization course.

Many graduates decide to study directly at the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences as the transition here is particularly straightforward and there is a large selection of suitable degree courses.

If the final examination is not passed, it is possible to apply to the Studienkolleg to repeat the semester. If this is approved, the semester and examination can be repeated.

The German Language Test for University Admission (DSH) can be taken twice. If it is not passed on the second attempt, it can be repeated, but no longer at the HSZG Studienkolleg.

The Feststellungsprüfung (FSP) may be taken twice in total, usually at the same Studienkolleg. If the second attempt is also failed, no further repetition is possible.

Yes. Once you have passed the assessment test or the DSH, you can enrol for an admission-free Bachelor's, Master's or Diplom degree course at the HSZG and continue your studies there.
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We cannot offer you personal support. However, you will receive all the important information in an information sheet, which is available online together with the test results. In it you will find the forms for registering at the student residence as well as further information on housing options in Zittau, enrolment and the required textbooks. You can also find initial information on the website.

Yes, but only to a limited extent. International students are subject to certain rules regarding how many days per year they are allowed to work. You can find more information here.

Yes, you can take part in university sports, join sports clubs and take part in campus events. You can find more information here.

The Deutschlandsemesterticket is a discounted ticket for students that allows you to use public transport throughout Germany for one semester - digitally on your smartphone. More about the Germany semester ticket