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One of the semi-annual entry exams is being held today.

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As always, there is a lot to do and everybody pitches in.

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Each semester, more than a 1,000 people apply to Studienkolleg.

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Unfortunately, we can’t admit them all as the number of places is very limited.

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After passing the entry exam, students usually spend 2 semesters at Studienkolleg – about 10 months altogether.

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Once they pass the final assessment test, they are free to study at any university or university of applied sciences in Germany.

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Studienkolleg’s T-course trains us in computer science, physics, chemistry, math, and German.

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I want to study here because my Indian graduation diploma doesn’t meet German university entry requirements.

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It’s amazing, how many options Studienkolleg has to offer for students from all over the world.

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Today, we want to conduct some biological experiments at the center.

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We attend the M-course that prepares us for med school or related fields of study.

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Since October 2018, I’ve been attending the G-course that teaches social and economic sciences.

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In Mexico, it’s usually the lecturers who get to talk during class. Here, learning is more conversational.

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In our literature classes, we study plays and can even write our own tragedies and comedies.

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It’s great how we delve into German culture in workshops and visits to museums and opera.

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Studienkolleg has made it much easier for me to take up my studies.

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I’ve learnt a lot of technical terms and academic language to help me explain and describe complex matters.

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I got my certificate today - I‘m so happy! And excited, because I’ve also been admitted to med school.

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My biggest dream has finally come true.

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Many students have been waiting a whole year for this day.

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They all passed the final assessment test and now receive their certificate.

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Today is a very important day, as they have completed an important step in their education.

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Whatever they finally decide to do – stay in Germany, go back home, or move on to another country –

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they will have built bridges and important connections that last.