Prep4university: Your key to higher education in Germany
Start your degree with the Assessment Test
Get closer to your study goals with the Studienkolleg Prep4University
With the Studienkolleg Prep4University you prepare directly for your studies in Germany.
Our programmes include the W-Course for business and social sciences and the T-Course for technical, mathematical and natural sciences. In small groups, with personal support and in an international environment in Cologne, we guide you all the way to the Feststellungsprüfung (assessment test) – your key to higher education in Germany.
Tailored Courses with Personal Guidance
The Studienkolleg Prep4University offers the W-Course (for business and social sciences) and the T-Course (for technical, mathematical and natural sciences). Both are available in the German Track and English Track, always in small groups with personal guidance.
T-Course German/English
Designed for students aiming to study technical, scientific, or engineering subjects.
W-Course German/English
Prepares students for degrees in economics, business, and social sciences.
German and English Track
German Track
2 semesters, German-taught
Qualification: Feststellungsprüfung in German, recognised for German-language degree programmes at universities across Germany and additionally for English-language degree programmes at CBS International Business School and our partner universities.
English Track
2 semesters, English-taught
Qualification: Feststellungsprüfung in English, recognised for English-language degree programmes at universities across the Federal State of North Rhine-Westphalia as well as at universities in other German federal states which are eligible to accept the English assessment test.
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Interested in joining the Studienkolleg Prep4University in Germany? Our free brochure gives you all the key details about the T-Course and W-Course. Take the first step toward your academic future and get your free brochure now!
Why Studienkolleg Prep4university in cologne?
German or English Track
Decide which language suits you best to prepare for the Feststellungsprüfung.
Individual Support
From visa to housing – we support you every step of the way throughout your stay in Cologne.
Direct Path to Your Studies
With your degree, you automatically qualify for a full-time programme at CBS or can choose to study at another university.
Graduate in 2 Semesters
Earn your university entrance qualification in just one year and start your degree in Germany.
FAQs
Are you planning to start at the Studienkolleg and still have questions? Our FAQs provide all the important information, concisely summarized and easily explained.
Who is Prep4University for?
You have a foreign secondary school diploma but don’t meet the requirements for direct admission to a German university? Then Studienkolleg Prep4University is right for you
– it prepares you for the university entrance qualification through intensive, targeted training for the Feststellungsprüfung.
Not sure if your diploma is recognised? We’ll gladly check your documents and let you know what options you have with the Studienkolleg Prep4University.
How long does the Studienkolleg take?
The programme lasts around 1 year (2 semesters).
When does it start?
Intakes are on August 1st and February 1st each year.
What can I expect at Prep4University?
You will receive intensive lessons that prepare you for the Feststellungsprüfung and for your subsequent degree at a German university. You’ll gain subject-specific knowledge as well as academic skills that make it easier to adapt to student life. In addition, you’ll strengthen your language skills to study and communicate confidently. Thanks to the intercultural environment, you’ll gain valuable insights into student life in Germany. Our Prep4University mentoring programme supports you individually, helping you achieve your study goals and start your Bachelor’s degree well prepared.
Is my school diploma recognised for university entrance?
If you are unsure, simply send us your documents – we’ll check them and give you feedback on what options you have with Prep4University.
Where is Prep4University offered?
At the CBS campus in Cologne.
OUR CAMPUS IN COLOGNE
The private Studienkolleg Prep4University is located at the modern CBS campus in Rodenkirchen, a green district right on the river Rhine with excellent connections to the city centre. Cologne itself offers a unique mix of start-up spirit, Rhenish vitality and international flair. Here, you’ll become part of an open-minded community in one of Germany’s most vibrant and diverse cities.
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Get your free brochure and learn more about:
- Entry requirements
- Application process
- Curriculum & fees
- Support with relocation planning (visa, accommodation & settling in Germany)
