Studienkolleg Alternative – Foundation Year Programme University of Vechta

This is an in-person preparatory programme in which prospective students wishing to enrol in a Bachelor's programme at the University of Vechta obtain the required university entrance qualification.

Participants of the "Studienkolleg Alternative" must complete two study modules from their desired degree programme as well as workshops on academic skills, in order to make sure that they are well prepared for enrolling in a degree programme.

Credits obtained during the preparatory course can later be credited towards the respective degree programme.

Participants who do not possess C1 German skills (required to enrol in a degree programme) can attend a C1 course at our university or apply for our one-year intensive German language course B2/C1.

Last but not least, participants are invited to join leisure activities, making it easy to make new friends and feel at home.

Applicants need B2 German language skills (B1 skills, if they are accepted to our one-year preparatory German course B2/C1).

Student status: Participants can be enrolled as preparatory students if they wish and will receive an admission letter (e.g. for an application for a visa for study purposes).

Please note: Successful completion of the "Studienkolleg Alternative" results in a university entrance qualification for a specific Bachelor's degree programme at the University of Vechta. It does not entitle you to enrol in a Bachelor's programme at other universities.

In this preparatory programme, participants obtain the required university entrance qualification for enrolling in a degree programme at the University of Vechta. Applications for the preparatory course (and for all degree studies) are submitted directly to the university (not via uni-assist).

If they do not have C1 German skills (required to enrol in a degree programme), participants of this preparatory programme have the option to take a C1 course at our university or apply for an intensive B2/C1 German course (see our preparatory programme "One-year Preparatory German Course" and https://www.uni-vechta.de/en/international-office/german-intensive-courses).

The programme is offered each semester (winter and summer semester).

350 EUR

In order to be enrolled as a preparatory student, a semester fee must be paid (approx. 350 EUR/semester).

Applicants should have a suitable school diploma for being accepted to a Studienkolleg in Germany.

If you have any questions or doubts about your eligibility, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Plenty of social and (inter)cultural activities are organised. For further details follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/international.office.vechta/) and see our website: https://www.uni-vechta.de/en/international-office/coming-to-vechta/study-in-germany-step-by-step.

Get ready for a career in management or social fields of work!

The University of Vechta is a state university with accredited degree programmes and a long tradition. As a small, modern university, it is characterised by innovative courses, small learning groups, a familial atmosphere and personal advice.

From preparing for your studies and completing your studies successfully until you make your first step into the job market, we support you all the way!

Check out our FIT project (funded by the DAAD), which is there to help you before, during and after your studies: https://www.uni-vechta.de/en/international-office/fit.

And what about campus life? From university sports to campus festivals or student initiatives, the university offers a wide range of social activities.

It's also good to know that the university is a signatory to the "Diversity Charter" and is committed to sustainability, equal opportunities and cosmopolitanism. As an internationally connected university, it maintains partnerships with around 160 partner universities worldwide.

Vechta is located in the heart of the Oldenburger Münsterland, an economically strong region in north-west Germany. The town combines rural charm and a familial atmosphere with proximity to the larger cities of Bremen, Oldenburg and Osnabrück. It is characterised by a dynamic labour market, short distances and affordable rents. Various student residences are located directly on the university campus.

Use the small size of the University of Vechta and the surrounding town to your advantage. Meet open and friendly people and apply your German skills immediately.