BBL Studienkolleg – Essen
Preparation for the Feststellungsprüfung.
T, M, W and G specialisations for international university applicants — with 28 class hours per week, in-person lessons and targeted preparation for the external Feststellungsprüfung.
- 28 class hours/week
- 2 semesters · External Feststellungsprüfung
- T · M · W · G courses
Start dates and course durations
Winter semester
1 September 2026
31 August 2027
Summer semester
15 February 2027
10. Februar 2028
Winter semester
15 September 2027
14 September 2028
- Mon–Fri
- Full-time
- Essen
Course profiles
Choose your specialisation
Four courses — each tailored to a specific subject area. All courses include 28 class hours per week and preparation for the external Feststellungsprüfung.
T Course
Engineering
Engineering & Technology Degree Programmes
Subjects
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- German for Academic Purposes
German language proficiency: minimum B2
M - Course
Medicine
Human Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine & Pharmacy
Subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics
- German for Academic Purposes
German language proficiency: minimum B2
W - Courrse
Business and Economics
BWL, VWL (Economics), Business Law, etc.
Subjects
- Mathematics
- Economics
- Business Administration
- German (Business)
- Englisch / IT
German language proficiency: minimum B2
G - Course
Humanities
hilosophy, German Studies and Education
Subjects
- Social Sciences
- Social Studies
- Fundamentals of the Humanities
- History
- German Literature
German language proficiency: minimum B2
Course Structure
Example:
Weekly Schedule (28 Class Hours)
→ A typical timetable for the T or M course. The subject distribution varies in the other specialisations, but the total workload always remains 28 class hours per week.
Mathematics
8 UE
Deutsch (Fachsprache)
6 UE
Major subject / natural sciences
8 UE
IT/Englisch
3 UE
Exam Preparation
3 UE
28 class hours/week
Intensive Classes – Monday to Friday
2 Semesters
Full-time, On-campus
Externe FSP
Final Feststellungsprüfung (FSP)
Small groups
Personal Support
Application Process
Apply in 3 Simple Steps
Submit Your Application
Complete the online application form and upload the following documents: an HZB-equivalent school certificate, proof of German language proficiency (minimum B2), your passport and your CV.
Assessment / Interview
Depending on your chosen specialisation, you will complete either a written placement test or a personal interview. We will inform you of the exact procedure in advance.
Admission & Enrolment
After successfully completing the assessment, secure your admission, pay the course fee and complete the remaining enrolment documents.
Application Process
What You Need to Bring
School Certificate
An HZB-equivalent secondary school certificate from your home country if you do not have direct university entrance qualification in Germany.
German Language Proficiency (B2)
Proof through a recognised language certificate (e.g. telc, Goethe or a DSH preparation course) or by passing the BBL placement test.
Attendance Commitment
The Studienkolleg is a full-time programme. Regular attendance in classes and participation in all examinations are mandatory.
Residence Permit
A valid residence permit covering the entire Studienkolleg programme is required. We are happy to advise you on any visa-related questions.