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Foundation of Studienkolleg NRW W-course English track
- Cologne, Germany
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A 12-month preparatory course for English-taught business bachelor programmes in North Rhine-Westphalia.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Studienkolleg NRW W-course English track. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Further study: English-taught bachelor's programmes in business and economics in North Rhine-Westphalia
- Place guaranteed in a Fresenius bachelor after passing the exam
Curriculum
- Twelve-month course preparing for the Feststellungsprüfung in economics with an English track for English-taught bachelor programmes in North Rhine-Westphalia. Students receive subject training
- Cultural events and counselling about living in Germany
- Then sit the state-recognised exam in Cologne.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed high school with an international certificate that does not directly qualify for German universities
- B1 German for the German-track W
- T and M courses (plus A2 English for the W-course)
- B1 English for the T-course English track
- B2 English for the W-course English track. Source: https://www.hs-fresenius.com/preparatory-courses/.
Accepted academic background
Completed high school (international school-leaving certificate not directly qualifying for German universities), English B1 (T English track) or B2 (W English track).
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results (if applicable).
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements: completed high school plus B1 German (German-track courses)
- B1 English (T-course English track) or B2 English (W-course English track). Submit an online application through the institution's admissions portal. Pay the 3
- 000 EUR deposit on admission. It is deducted from the 12
- 000 EUR tuition and the remaining 9
- 000 EUR is paid in twelve monthly instalments. Apply for the student visa with a blocked account. The university helps with visa
- Insurance and housing. Courses start in March or September.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | €12,000 EUR |
|---|---|
| Application fee | €75 EUR |
| Deposit | €500 EUR |
Program details
| Campus | Cologne |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Studienkolleg NRW |
| Department | Department of Studienkolleg NRW W-course English track |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is €12,000 EUR per year. The application fee is €75 EUR. The deposit is €500 EUR. The estimated living cost is €10,800 EUR.