Masters

German Education Gate: Studienkolleg NRW

Hochschule Fresenius

Köln, Germany

Program Overview

German Education Gate is a preparatory programme offered by Studienkolleg NRW (SK NRW) of Hochschule Fresenius. German Education Gate is aimed at international students who do...

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Financials

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Living Expenses11904 euros (living expense) plus semester contribution
Note: Most public universities in Germany are tuition-free. You only pay a semester contribution (~EUR 300) which usually includes a public transport ticket.
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Intakes and Duration

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Duration

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Career Outcomes

You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.

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Salary Outlook

Typical range

€45,000 – €75,000 per year

Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.

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Language & Exams

Teaching Language

German English

The following recognised language certificates are the preferred proof of the required language skills in German: Goethe, TestDaF, DSH, DSD or telc. Certificates of attendance cannot be accepted. For focus courses in German, a B1 level in German is required. Additionally, an A2 level in English is required for the W course . The M course and T course that are taught in German do not require English language skills. For the T course in English, a B1 level in English is required, but no German language skills are required. The required language levels must already be met and are according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). If a student's language proficiency is below the aforementioned levels, the student has the option to complete a preliminary language course.

IELTS not requiredLanguage certification required
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Requirements

Academic Admission

Academic requirements vary and depend on the country of origin. In general, students must have completed at least a high school degree that enables them to apply to university in their home country in order to be admitted to Studienkolleg NRW. A higher education entrance qualification will be needed for students coming from certain countries. Studienkolleg NRW will assist with individual cases. Prospective students should fill in the application form on the website and submit the following documents: ­High school diploma (in original language and official translation into English or German, if different, both officially certified)* University entrance exam certificate of country of origin, if applicable* Language certificates(*) Resume (curriculum vitae) Application photo Copy of passport *These documents have to be officially certified and sent in the original language as well as translated into German or English if the original language is not German or English. Digital documents are sufficient for the application. Applicants may be required to take an entrance exam or interview in order to be considered for admission to the German Education Gate programme. Students will be guaranteed a place in the preparatory programme after successfully completing the interview! If you do not meet the academic requirements for a preparatory programme or "Feststellungsprüfung" but have a direct university entrance qualification in your home country, please ask for alternative foundation programmes that you can complete at Hochschule Fresenius.

APS Certificate

An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.

IELTS Score

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Application Deadline

Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.

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