University preparation in Berlin 2024

Berlin is a popular educational center that has concentrated some of the best universities, research centers, colleges, and language schools in Europe. As the largest research and industrial center, Berlin attracts top scientific and technical specialists, opens up wide opportunities for internships and subsequent employment.

Today Berlin is both an ancient European city with a rich history, cultural heritage and a center of modern culture.

List of main advantages of University preparation  in Berlin for foreign students:

• The best way to get a language education;
• Prestigious qualification in the rating European educational institutions.

Foreign applicants can start studying in Germany in several ways. The following programs are most common:

• Study at a domestic state or accredited private university for at least 2 years in a specialty corresponding to the one chosen in Germany;
• Study at the German Studienkolleg (1 year full-time) after school;
• Completion of high school programs in Germany (IB in English, Abitur in German) after grades 9-10 of the Russian school. The programs are taught in private schools in Germany;
• University Pathway program.

Practice shows that the second method is more popular: it allows foreign students to start studying in Germany after receiving a local certificate, saving 1 year, and adapt faster to a new language and academic environment.

Studienkolleg: Pre-university education program for foreign children

Studying under the Studienkolleg program makes it possible to obtain a certificate required for admission to German universities. The educational program includes 5-7 academic subjects. The duration of the course is 1 academic year. At the end of each semester, students take exams. Foreign students at the age of 17+ can join the program.Tuition fee of Studienkolleg starts from 2340€/year. Enrollment after Studienkolleg is possible based on the results of the qualification exam. There are no additional entrance exams, and some institutes may conduct an interview. It is also often necessary to take TestAS, a special assessment test for foreign applicants. In addition, the average score of the school certificate is taken into account.

University Pathway program for international students in Berlin

Pathway University accepts foreign students for the program of preparation for entry in universities in Germany, especially Berlin. The teaching methodology is designed for students, bachelors. Duration of the educational course is from 13 to 48 weeks (depending on the language level, the minimum is A1). University Pathway is a program of adaptation to the educational system, the country's accepted rules of conduct and cultural traditions. Language classes are conducted by teachers of prestigious linguistic schools, include several forms of education:

• Interactive exercises for practicing conversational skills;
• Reading and listening blocks;
• Written assignments.

The formation of communication skills is due to communication with native speakers, joint extracurricular activities. In addition to the standard educational modules, the course includes preparation for the DHS and TELC C1 entrance exams. Tuition fee starts from 3300€ for 17 weeks.

Admission to the university is possible only with excellent command of German language. The language barrier, as practice shows, prevents many applicants from realizing their dreams of a prestigious European education. SMAPSE experts recommend effective language courses to anyone who wants to master the language perfectly — this is also a popular and in-demand option to start studying abroad.

In SMAPSE catalog international students will find the most prestigious German language schools. In specialized centers for teenagers (16+) and adults, academic German programs are offered.

List of main advantages for foreign students at these educational courses:

• Improving existing knowledge;
• Acquiring the skills necessary for further education.

In the schools recommended by SMAPSE, international students are offered to learn German in a university setting. Educational language programs help foreign students:

• Quickly adapt to a new environment;
• Get acquainted with traditions;
• Get used to the rules, discipline.

In addition, such courses are an intensive daily practice. In addition, combined programs, including a linguistic module and education in specialized disciplines in accordance with the chosen specialty, provide an opportunity to effectively prepare not only for admission to the university, but also for classes in it: this way they will become more productive and effective.

Foreign students can choose a program and a school, Studienkolleg themselves, using SMAPSE convenient catalog: on its left panel, there are filters that allow you to sort information by type of program, location.

Individual selection is also available on the website. To order it, fill out the appropriate form or contact us by email, via chat, by phone. SMAPSE local managers know how to help foreign applicants. And they are ready to share their experience with you!

Also all necessary information you or your parents can clarify on the official website of the educational institution or visit official groups in social media.