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Your Preparatory Course for Undergraduate Studies in Germany

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31/05/2024

The new International Year One program at Berlin International is the perfect choice for students looking to pursue higher studies in Germany. Designed with international students in mind, this program is the perfect pathway to completing a year of university studies after secondary school, guaranteeing a seamless transition into our bachelor programs in business administration. 

The Foundation to Your Bachelor’s Degree

Thanks to the preparatory courses in fields such as academic writing, mathematics, business administration, psychology, and history, you will be well-equipped to start your bachelor’s in business administration at Berlin International. 

Secure Your Place at Berlin International

By joining the International Year One program, you will also receive a conditional offer to take up your undergraduate studies in business administration at BI. Completing the International Year One program means that your place with us will be secured, offering you peace of mind as you embark on your academic journey. 

Admission Requirements 

To meet the admission requirements for our bachelor programs in business administration, applicants will need the German Abitur/Fachabitur or equivalent. Any foreign qualification will need to meet the equivalence criteria to these German certificates, which are set by the German Central Office for Foreign Education.

The requirements for equivalence vary from country to country. We have summarized a few of the most frequently asked about education systems:

The German Academic Exchange Service provides an English language resource here to confirm whether you meet the requirements to study in Germany.

Preparatory Course

If your current educational qualifications do not fully meet the Abitur/Fachabitur level in Germany and you will need a preparatory course or additional studies, you can apply for our International Year One program. 

The entry requirements for the International Year One program are:

  • Subject-restricted admission to a Preparatory Course
  • Secondary school-leaving certificate
  • Proof of English language proficiency: (min. IELTS 6.0)

Our Partner: Touro College Berlin

Founded in 1970 in New York City, Touro College is a multicultural American university with branches in several countries around the world. The Berlin campus is accredited by the state of Berlin and the German Council of Science and Humanities and offers German and American academic systems. Classes are offered in a small and interactive setting, with personal attention from the professors.
 

Thank you for reading our article about the International Year One program, a preparatory course for undergraduate studies in Germany. If you are interested in pursuing your studies at Berlin International, take a look at the different bachelor’s programs in business administration we offer. 

Feel free to reach out to our Admissions Team at any time via application@berlin-international.de.