Studying in Germany with a foreign university entrance qualification is sometimes not possible without further preparation. Studienkollegs can help with this, offering preparatory courses that give students general, specialised and linguistic competencies that are necessary for successful studies at a German university. When choosing a Studienkolleg, it is advisable to enquire about the options available after graduating, even before applying at the relevant Studienkolleg. This is because some Studienkollegs only prepare students for a degree programme at a university or at a university of applied sciences, while some Studienkollegs offer both options
