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Europäische Fachhochschule
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W-Course

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About the Program

The W-Course gives you the ideal preparation for a degree in business and social sciences. If you are planning to study for a Bachelor's degree in these fields, you can enrol in the W-Course as part of the Studienkolleg. You will complete the course with the Feststellungsprüfung (university entrance assessment test) – either internally at CBS on behalf of the Cologne District Government or externally directly with the Cologne District Government. Once you have successfully passed, you will be eligible to study at a German university or university of applied sciences.
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The W-Course gives you the ideal preparation for a degree in business and social sciences. If you are planning to study for a Bachelor's degree in these fields, you can enrol in the W-Course as part of the Studienkolleg. You will complete the course with the Feststellungsprüfung (university entrance assessment test) – either internally at CBS on behalf of the Cologne District Government or externally directly with the Cologne District Government. Once you have successfully passed, you will be eligible to study at a German university or university of applied sciences.

Application Requirements

* Yükseköğretime uygun ortaöğretim yeterliliği (örn. Lise Diploması, A-Seviyeleri, Gaokao, IB Diploması)
* Motivasyon mektubu ve özgeçmiş gereklidir

Language Requirements

* IELTS: İngilizce Programı için 6.0
* TOEFL iBT: İngilizce Programı için 72
* Duolingo: İngilizce Programı için 105
* Almanca: Almanca Programı için B2 (CEFR)
* Standart dışı gereksinimler: Almancanız henüz yeterli değilse, yoğun bir dil kursu (A1–B1) içeren hazırlık dönemi alabilirsiniz

Required Documents

* Gerekli belgeler: ortaöğretim belgesi, yeterlilik kanıtı (Almanca veya İngilizce), motivasyon mektubu, özgeçmiş, pasaport veya kimlik kartı kopyası
* Dil kanıtı: İngilizce Programı için IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 72 / Duolingo 105 veya Almanca Programı için Almanca B2 (CEFR)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about W-Course at Europäische Fachhochschule

Is W-Course at Europäische Fachhochschule taught in German or English?

This Other programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the W-Course programme cost?

6.000 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for W-Course at Europäische Fachhochschule?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying W-Course?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Europäische Fachhochschule — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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