What does ‘NC’ actually mean? ‘NC’ is the abbreviation for “Numerus clausus”, which means “closed number” in English. The NC is used in selection procedures when the number of applications exceeds the number of available study…
International degree programmes and cross-border cooperation According to the German Rectors' Conference, German universities maintain around 37,000 international cooperation programmes with approximately 5,400 foreign universities in around 150 countries.
Special study programmes Most degree programmes are based on full-time attendance. This means that you must be able to devote yourself fully to your studies during the day and attend courses on site. However, there are also…
Tips for starting your studies Have you got a place at university? Congratulations! We have put together a checklist with tips and advice to help you get off to a good start and plan for the first few weeks of your studies. The…
Travel preparations You should start planning your trip at least one year before the start of your stay abroad. If you would like to finance your stay abroad with the help of a scholarship, you should start even earlier.
Result of the allocation of study places You will find out whether or not you have been successful in gaining a place at university by means of an admission letter or rejection letter. It is understandable that a rejection is unpleasant.…
Recognition Ideally, you can have the time you spent studying abroad recognised and have your coursework and examinations at your home university recognised. You should clarify in advance whether this is…
Field of study Medicine, Health Sciences, Psychology, Sport Doctors, health scientists, nurses, psychologists and athletes or sports scientists deal with the human body. They heal and alleviate (mental) illnesses or injuries in humans and animals - and…
Degrees and study organization The structure of your chosen degree programme depends, among other things, on which degree you are aiming for. For example, a Bachelor's degree programme usually lasts six semesters, whereas a…
Study organisation Study organisation. Learn more about semester planning, exams and learning strategies.
Official Study Guide for Germany
Official Study Guide for Germany
Official Study Guide for Germany
