The Feststellungsprüfung (FSP) at Studienkolleg Paderborn

By successfully passing the Feststellungsprüfung (FSP) at Studienkolleg Paderborn, you obtain the qualification required to study at universities and universities of applied sciences throughout Germany.

  • Our preparatory courses are specifically designed to meet the requirements of the Feststellungsprüfung.
  • The external Feststellungsprüfung is conducted directly at Studienkolleg Paderborn at Paderborn University.
  • The Feststellungsprüfung is recognized throughout Germany.
  • Passing the Feststellungsprüfung guarantees admission to Paderborn University for eligible study programs.*

The examination subjects prepare you specifically for the written and oral parts of the Feststellungsprüfung. At the same time, the course content is aligned with the requirements of your future degree program and provides you with the essential academic foundations for a successful start to your studies.

 

FSP examination subjects

S CourseG CourseT CourseW Course
German (written exam)German (written exam)German (written exam)German (written exam)
History (written exam)History (written exam)Mathematics (written exam)Mathematics (written exam)
English (written exam)Social Sciences (written exam)Physics (written exam)Economics (written exam)
German Literature (oral exam)German Literature (oral exam)Chemistry (oral exam)English (oral exam)
Fields of StudyFields of StudyFields of StudyFields of Study
Humanities and social sciences, e.g. German Studies, English Studies, Comparative Literature and other language-related degree programsLanguage-related degree programs; e.g. Philosophy, Sociology, History and other humanities and social science programsEngineering and natural science degree programs; e.g. mechanical or electrical engineering, Computer Science and other STEM programsBusiness and economics degree programs; e.g. Business Administration, Business Informatics, International Business

 

*for all Bachelor's degree programs without admission restrictions that correspond to the subject area of your qualification (T Course, W Course or S/G Course).

Studying at Studienkolleg Paderborn

Successfully studying in Germany: At Studienkolleg Paderborn, you benefit from targeted preparation for the Feststellungsprüfung (FSP), the unique connection to Paderborn University, and personal support – providing the ideal conditions for starting your studies in Germany!

  • No entrance examination
  • Admission already possible with A2 (Link↗) or B1 level German skills
  • Classes held at the campus of Paderborn University
  • FSP examination held on the campus of Paderborn University
  • Access to services and facilities of Paderborn University: Germany semester ticket, student accommodation, canteen, library, etc.

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