Bachelor
German
Mathematics & Natural Sciences
Study Preparation Brandenburg
Bachelor
About the Program
Studienvorbereitung Brandenburg (SVB – Study Preparation Brandenburg) is a special course as part of the programme ESiSt ("Erfolgreicher Studieneinstieg für internationale Studierende in Brandenburg – a successful start in university studies for international students in the state of Brandenburg"). Similar to a Studienkolleg, the SVB courses offer a wide range of learning opportunities preparing students for university studies (German language, technical terminology, basic knowledge and fundamental competencies relating to your future subject, intercultural preparation). Courses to complete for a specific field of study are listed on the website. This two-semester course ends with a university entrance examination, which unlike an ordinary Studienkolleg examination, is only valid for higher education institutions in the state of Brandenburg. Please visit our website to see how to apply and which documents to provide: https://www.uni-potsdam.de/de/zessko/studieneingangsphase/esist.
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Studienvorbereitung Brandenburg (SVB – Study Preparation Brandenburg) is a special course as part of the programme ESiSt ("Erfolgreicher Studieneinstieg für internationale Studierende in Brandenburg – a successful start in university studies for international students in the state of Brandenburg"). Similar to a Studienkolleg, the SVB courses offer a wide range of learning opportunities preparing students for university studies (German language, technical terminology, basic knowledge and fundamental competencies relating to your future subject, intercultural preparation). Courses to complete for a specific field of study are listed on the website. This two-semester course ends with a university entrance examination, which unlike an ordinary Studienkolleg examination, is only valid for higher education institutions in the state of Brandenburg. Please visit our website to see how to apply and which documents to provide: https://www.uni-potsdam.de/de/zessko/studieneingangsphase/esist.
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How do I apply to Study Preparation Brandenburg at Universität Potsdam?
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 Study Preparation Brandenburg at Universität Potsdam
Is Study Preparation Brandenburg at Universität Potsdam taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor 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 Study Preparation Brandenburg programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Study Preparation Brandenburg at Universität Potsdam? ▼
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 Study Preparation Brandenburg? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Universität Potsdam — 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.