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HHU Winter School 2026 | German as Foreign Language
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About the Program
Join our German as a Foreign Language Winter School at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf this March 2026! Improve your German skills in a dynamic and engaging environment, whether your German journey has only started (A1) or if your skills are already advanced (C1). Your learning experience 4-week course: 80 teaching hours + approx. 20 hours cultural and excursion programme (4 ECTS) 2-week course: 40 teaching hours + approx. 10 hours cultural and excursion programme (2 ECTS) Small classes (max. 25 participants) for all proficiency levels (A1–C1) Experienced instructors & modern teaching methods Proof: Certificate of participation upon successful completion
General Requirements
Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.
Academic qualification
A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).
Language
German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).
Typical documents
- Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
- Language certificate
- Passport and passport photo
- Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
- Letter of motivation (for many programs)
- Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)
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How do I apply to HHU Winter School 2026 | German as Foreign Language at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about HHU Winter School 2026 | German as Foreign Language at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf
Is HHU Winter School 2026 | German as Foreign Language at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf taught in German or English? ▼
This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the HHU Winter School 2026 | German as Foreign Language programme cost? ▼
700 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for HHU Winter School 2026 | German as Foreign Language at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying HHU Winter School 2026 | German as Foreign Language? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.