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In a globalised world, the opportunity to study fully online, and at two prestigious universities, offers enormous advantages. The hosted online programmes offer students the opportunity to study flexibly, anytime and from anywhere, to qualify for university entrance in Germany, to expand their academic and personal horizons, and to gain a German degree.

No borders
Our programmes are 100% online and English-taught
Get access to a German degree with our Pre-Year

German degree
High-quality education
Access to the German job market

100% flexbility
Adapt your studies to your life
Study part-time or the Fast Track

Practice oriented
Mandatory internship semester
Benefit of our large network of company contacts

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Online Degree Programmes

Pre-Year

Non-EU-degree or school diploma?

Apply for our Pre-Year to qualify for studying at German universities for access to our Bachelor’s programmes.

 

Learn more about the requirements for international students

Quick Check Do I need a Pre-Year?

Did you obtain your school-leaving certificate outside the EU? Check here if you meet the requirements to study at a German university directly or if our Pre-Year is your gateway.

1. Where did you graduate from school?

2. Does your certificate allow you to study at universities in your home country?

To legally qualify for university entry in Germany (HZB), your secondary school-leaving certificate must first grant you general university access in the country where you graduated.

3. Does your certificate qualify for direct admission?

Note: THWS can only officially verify your Higher Education Entrance Qualification (HZB) during the application process.
You can check your status beforehand in the DAAD database – simply answer the questions about your educational path and you will get a (non-binding) result regarding your eligibility. What is your result in the database?

4. Do you have an English language certificate for CEFR-Level B2 (upper intermediate) or higher?

Direct Admission Likely!

Certificates from the EU usually grant direct access to German higher education. You most likely do not need a Pre-Year and can apply directly for Engineering Science (B.Eng.) or Health and Environmental Psychology (B.Sc.).

You can create and account in our application portal and fill out the form.

Start Your Application

Basic Higher Education Entrance Required

In order to study at a German university (including our Online Pre-Year and Online Bachelor programmes), your school-leaving certificate must legally qualify you for university admission in your home country first.

We recommend checking with the educational authorities in your country or contacting our support team to see if you have alternative paths (like verified university credits or professional experience) to fulfill the requirements.

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Basic Higher Education Entrance and English Certificate Required

In order to study at a German university (including our Online Pre-Year and Bachelor programmes), your school-leaving certificate must legally qualify you for university admission in your home country first.

Additionally, you must provide proof of English proficiency at CEFR level B2. Accepted certificates usually include TOEFL iBT (min. 72 points), IELTS Academic (min. 6.0), Cambridge Quality English, or equivalent official tests.

We recommend checking with the educational authorities in your country or contacting our support team to see if you have alternative paths (like verified university credits or professional experience) to fulfill the requirements.

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Ready for Direct Application!

If your non-EU degree is fully recognized, you can apply directly for our 100% online programs. Make sure to double-check your documents.

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The Pre-Year is Perfect for You!

Your degree grants access to a "Studienkolleg". Our Online Pre-Year is your ideal gateway to bridge this gap, secure your qualification, and seamlessly start your Bachelor's degree in Engineering Science or Health and Environmental Psychology.

Apply for Pre-Year here

Let's Check Your Status

Since THWS can only officially verify your qualification during the formal application process, we recommend a quick self-assessment via the DAAD database.

If the DAAD database states you need a "Studienkolleg", our Online Pre-Year is your path forward.

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English Certificate Required

To be admitted to our Bachelors programmes or our Pre-Year, you must provide proof of English proficiency at CEFR level B2. Accepted certificates usually include TOEFL iBT (min. 72 points), IELTS Academic (min. 6.0), Cambridge Quality English, or equivalent official tests.

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Two Universities. 
One Digital Campus.

Imagine being able to study from anywhere in the world, benefitting from the experience and expertise of two top national universities, and gaining a German degree that opens doors to a wide range of professional opportunities all over the world.