Preparatory German Language Courses – D-Intensive (DSH preparation) Leibniz University Hannover
- Preparation for degree
- Pre-BachelorPre-Master
- Preparation for subjects
- Engineering Sciences+ 2 more
- Price
- 3,640 EUR
- Next course start
- 3 February 2027
- Next registration deadline
- Not specified
Course overview
Quick facts
- Is it required to have a higher education entrance qualification recognised in Germany?
- No
- Recognised language exams offered (e.g. DSH, TestDaF, TOEFL)
- Yes
- Next course start
- 3 February 2027
- Next registration deadline
- Not specified
- Price
- 3,640 EUR
Preparation for degree
- Pre-Bachelor
- Pre-Master
Preparation for subjects
- Engineering Sciences
- Mathematics, Natural Sciences
- Medicine, Health Sciences
Language of instruction
Course description
The aim is to successfully prepare future students for the officially recognised DSH exam (German Language Test for Admission to Higher Education for Foreign Applicants, a language certificate relevant for university admission at an advanced language level, B2/C1 of the "Common European Framework of Reference for Languages" of the Council of Europe). We want to provide future students with the best possible support and give them a good basis for successful studies.
Course components
- General preparation for studies
- Preparation for academic working methods
- Language course
Required level is at least B1. Certificates are welcome but optional. And there is an additional (obligatory) online placement test.
Do course participants finish this course with a university qualification exam, also known as the “Feststellungsprüfung”?
- No
Further information on subsequent admission to degree programmes/guaranteed admission
Each course ends before an exam date so that the DSH exam at the Leibniz Language Centre (LLC) can be taken after the preparation module. Registration for the exam takes place separately from the preparation courses, whereby participation in the exam is guaranteed.
Dates
| Course dates | Registration deadline |
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3 February 2027 - 28 January 2028
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Not specified
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Information on dates, prices and mode of study
The courses are held in classroom sessions. A new course starts in February 2027.
Starting dates of the individual modules (expected):
B1+: 3 February 2027
B2: 5 April 2027 and 1 September 2027
C1: 25 May 2027 and 1 November 2027
DSH preparation: 4 August 2027 and 16 December 2027
For final dates please see our website.
Costs for the entire programme
3,640 EUR
Further information regarding the price
Prices (as of April 2026):
Module B1+: 1,040 EUR
Module B2: 1,040 EUR
Module C1: 1,040 EUR (160 lessons each, written and oral test at the end)
Module for DSH preparation: 520 EUR (80 lessons)
Total: 3,640 EUR (all four modules, seven months)
DSH exam 190 EUR, separate registration required
For current prices and further information, please see our website.
Entry to a higher level is possible in case of free places and an adequate language level.
Mode of study
- Fully on-site
Do course participants receive student status?
No
Average number of hours per week
25
Average number of participants per group
18
Requirements and application
Language requirements
German language requirements
English language requirements
At least B1 for a start in module B1+
German courses attended, German language skills acquired and, if applicable, certificates and an additional placement test ensure that students are placed at an adequate entry level.
Is it required to have a higher education entrance qualification recognised in Germany?
No
Admission to a degree programme at Leibniz University Hannover required
No
How to apply?
Living & services
Available services
- Visa support
- Free internet access
Accommodation
- The organiser does not provide assistance.
Some information can be found here, some of which may be helpful to you: https://www.uni-hannover.de/universitaet/campus-stadt/wohnen.
Meals
Offered at student prices in the canteens and cafeterias on campus
Contact
Leibniz Language Centre
- Name
- Hubert Fleddermann
- Address
- Im Moore 11B, 30167 Hannover
- Phone
- +49 51176217813