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Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
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MISU at LMU: Fit for DSH and TestDaF

Summer School

About the Program

Prepare yourself in this intensive course prior to the DSH or TestDaF exams. These exams are required for admission to higher education institutions in Germany. In this four-week programme, you will improve your existing knowledge of German. At the same time, you will prepare for the DSH exam and TestDaf exam. You will become familiar with the test format and practice individual sections. You have the opportunity to participate in the internal DSH in August. (The examination fee is not included in the course fee. It entails an additional cost that must be paid separately.)

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

German Language Course (including Literature and Culture Studies)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about MISU at LMU: Fit for DSH and TestDaF at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Is MISU at LMU: Fit for DSH and TestDaF at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München 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 MISU at LMU: Fit for DSH and TestDaF programme cost? ▼

1.340 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for MISU at LMU: Fit for DSH and TestDaF at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München? ▼

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 MISU at LMU: Fit for DSH and TestDaF? ▼

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 Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München — 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.

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