German preparation courses

When:
During the semester break (February-April or July-October)

Duration:
10 weeks, 200 lessons

What do you learn?
Speaking, listening, reading, writing

Final test?
Yes.

Costs:
450 euros (as of February 2026)

Certificate:
If you attend regularly and pass the intermediate and final tests, you will receive a confirmation of attendance or a certificate of attendance at the end of the course.

Registration:
The registration link can be found in the current course offer.

1. the entrance test for this course

The test checks whether you have German language skills at level B2. To take part, you must pass both parts of the test:

• Part 1: Listening comprehension, reading comprehension and grammar
• Part 2: Free text production (writing your own text)

2. registration for the entrance exam

Please send an e-mail to dsh-deutschkurs[at]uni-kassel[dot]de with the following documents:

1. Indicate which test date you are applying for.
2. A scan of your conditional admission letter from the University of Kassel.
3. All other documents that prove your eligibility.

What happens after I submit my application?

• After we have checked your documents, we will inform you by e-mail whether you have been admitted to the test.
• If you are accepted, you will receive two links: one for registration and one for payment via PayPal.

Important: Your place is only firmly reserved once you have registered and paid the fee within the deadline. After receipt of payment you will receive a confirmation of registration.

3. the course at a glance

• When: During the semester (April-July or October-February)
• Duration: 13 weeks, 260 lessons
• What you will learn: Speaking, listening, reading, writing
• Final test: Yes. If you pass, you can register for the DSH exam.
• Costs: 580 euros (as of February 2026)
• Certificate: If you attend regularly and pass the intermediate and final tests, you will receive a confirmation of attendance or a certificate of attendance at the end of the course.