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Foundation of Studienkolleg NRW M-course

Hochschule Fresenius

Cologne, Germany
1 year
German
On campus
Foundation

About the program

A 12-month preparatory course in German for medical and biology bachelor programmes.

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 M-course. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

Further study: bachelor's programmes in medical and biology fields in Germany
Place guaranteed in a Fresenius bachelor after passing the exam

Curriculum

Twelve-month course preparing for the Feststellungsprüfung in medicine and biology. Students receive training in the focus subjects of the M-course and in the German language needed at university
Take part in cultural events and counselling about living in Germany
And 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), B1 German, A2 English for the W-course.

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 M-course
Teaching language	German
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.