12 months
Full time
English
Language of instruction
15 July
Application Deadline
Studienkolleg Program (business stream)
Small classes
Location
KLU Hamburg Hafencity
Our Preparation Program (Studienkolleg) for International Students
Your dream is to study in Germany, but your diploma doesn’t exactly match the German Abitur? You’re keen to study in Germany but learning German seems like a major challenge? Worry no more: KLU’s got you covered. Our Preparation Program (Studienkolleg) will equip you with all the necessary qualifications for admission. And the best part: all classes are held in English.
In this program, you’ll take a combination of business courses and introductory German classes (level A2). Once you pass a specific assessment exam, the Feststellungsprüfung (FSP), you’ll be ready to begin your bachelor studies at KLU!
This is your chance to kickstart your academic journey and prepare for a successful future with lucrative job options, not only in Germany but throughout Europe.
Interested? Just contact us at study@klu.org – we’d love to hear from you and help you get started!
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma/school leaving certificate
- Proof of English language proficiency on at least B2 level: please have a look at our different options here
- Proof of German language proficiency on A1 level: please have a look at our different options here
- Interview with program management and faculty members
- Additional requirements may apply for applicants from certain countries. Please inquire.
You do not have your school leaving certificate yet? Just provide a transcript of records including all grades given to date and you can hand in your school leaving certificate at a later stage.
Application deadline
- Start of application period: November 1
- Recommended application deadline for international applicants: March 31
- Final Application deadline for international applicants: May 31
- Final Application deadline for European applicants: July 15
International (non-EU) applicants please note: The visa process takes up to two months, starting on the date of acceptance by KLU. Please keep in mind that there are a lot of other organizational matters to deal with when planning your study abroad. That is why we advise you to apply as soon as possible (see recommended international deadline). For details on the application deadlines for international applicants please see our FAQ.
International (non-EU) applicants please note: The visa process takes up to two months, starting on the date of acceptance by KLU. Please keep in mind that there are a lot of other organizational matters to deal with when planning your study abroad. That is why we advise you to apply as soon as possible (see recommended international deadline).
We require a non-refundable application fee of €50 for all applicants. Your application will only be processed once we have received this. Please note that we offer application fee waivers for selected candidates.
Application Process
Please apply via the online application, which opens November 1st every year. If you know your eligibility, please apply directly for the Preparation Program. Our Admissions team will check your eligibility for both the Preparation Program and the Bachelors of Science. Successful admission will be granted for both programs.
We require a non-refundable application fee of €50 for non-EU/EEA applicants. Your application will only be processed once we have received this. Please note that we offer application fee waivers for selected candidates.
We will consider your application as soon as we have received all the required documents (and application fee for all non-EU citizens) and will notify you of the board of admission's decision promptly (6-8 weeks).
Please note:
It is possible to apply for the reduced (without German or English Language course) Preparation Program. In this case, additional language requirements are needed before the start of the program:
- Minimum C1 English Language skills (with proof)
- Minimum A2 German Language skills (with proof)
The Preparation Program is generally for international students who do not meet the criteria to study directly at the university level in Germany, or who have the wrong combination of courses in the IB Diploma.
| Qualification | University admission examination / Feststellungsprüfung (granting you the qualification necessary to study the BSc in Business Administration at KLU) |
| Duration | 1 academic year ( 10 months full-time) |
| Choice of tracks |
All tracks lead directly to our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, upon successful completion of the FSP. |
| Course type | Studienkolleg Program with a Curriculum in business |
| Structure | Full-time preparatory course (business stream) for students that do not meet the criteria to study in Germany (you are welcome to first do an initial check on the DAAD website). From September - May:
From May - June
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1Students who can prove A2 German and/or C1 English language by June 30th, could be eligible for a lighter course load.
For more information email study@klu.org or call +49 40 328 707-160
Tuition Fees
| PROGRAM OPTIONS / START 2023 | DURATION | TUITION |
| Complete Program with German A2 and English C1 | 10 months | |
| Program with German A2 or English C1 | 10 months | |
| Academic Program (no language course) | 10 months |
Tuition fees are charged per semester. A non-refundable deposit of EUR 1,000 is due within two weeks after the receipt of the signed study contract. The deposit will be deducted from the first tuition fee installment. Please note that there is no financial support offered for this program.
My name is Giovana, I am from Sao Paulo, Brazil. Be-fore starting my bachelors at KLU, I took part in the KLU Preparation Program (Studienkolleg in German). The program lasted for one year and it is required by the German government for most international students wanting to study at a German university. In this program, I gained basic knowledge of economics, mathematics, and geopolitics. It was a good introduction to the German approach to academia, and the knowledge I acquired there has helped me during my lectures.
Giovana Brunelli Kornfeld, Graduate KLU Preparation Program
I had already planned to do my bachelor at KLU, so the prep program was a nice glance into the uni. During the year I got really familiar with KLU, students and staff, who are all really friendly and helpful. During the Preparation program we had some excursions to place like the Miniature Wonderland and Chocoversum chocolate museum, which were great fun and also great opportunities to get to know Hamburg. I also have a lot of good memories about our maths and economic lessons. Besides all that, it was the best feeling to finally write and pass the Feststellungsprüfung.
Roman Iliuchenko, Graduate KLU Preparation Program
The program is amazing, it is a perfect opportunity to get to know the university, the city, and just living alone after moving from your parents' house. I genuinely enjoyed the year.
Diana Yanovska, Graduate KLU Preparation Program
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