What is HSNgo?
The "HSNgo" certificate programme is a fee-based course of study that enables prospective students with an indirect international university entrance qualification to prepare for the university entrance examination at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
The Study and examination regulations for the HSNgo certificate programme can be found in the official announcements of Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
The certificate programme comprises modules for German, mathematics, English, intercultural regional competence and one module each for the future field of study: economics, social studies or physics, depending on the admission criteria (school-leaving certificate from the home country) and the choice of Bachelor's degree programme.
HSNgo and the university entrance exam
Opportunity to study in Germany
An application for HSNgo in preparation for the university entrance examination opens the way for you to study at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences in the Complete Bachelor's programme. However, please bear in mind that your Abitur certificate is decisive for your choice of degree programme. (e.g. a subject-restricted Abitur in economics and humanities in your home country only allows admission to a degree programme in economics or social sciences).
At a glance
Information about the degree programme
The core elements of the programme are language studies (everyday language and academic German, English) and preparatory courses in mathematics, physics, economics or social sciences. The integrative, modularised study programme prepares international applicants for their studies at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
After completing the programme, students who meet the requirements can take the university entrance examination (HZP) and then begin a Bachelor's degree course at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
The courses are supplemented by excursions, intercultural training and other activities.
- Module 1.1 - Module 2.1 German as a foreign language: The general aim of the courses in these modules is to promote and develop study-related skills in German as a foreign language.
- Module 1.2 - Module 2.2 Mathematics: The aim of the courses here is to expand and further develop maths knowledge relevant to studies, especially with regard to future application in economics, social sciences or engineering.
- Module 1.3 - Module 2.3 Compulsory elective subject: In these modules, students can choose between courses in introductory economics or social studies (for future studies in health and social sciences) or physics (for future studies in engineering).
- Module 1.4 - Module 2.4 English: The respective course in these modules serves to activate existing or acquire new knowledge of the English language. One focus is on teaching language skills related to higher education and study subjects, with extensions to practical professional language use.
- Module 1. 5 - Module 2.5 Intercultural regional competence: The events and activities in these modules provide general information on internationalisation issues and inter-/transcultural exchange, as well as information on other topics ranging from intercultural acclimatisation to the region and the use of AI to questions of professional orientation.
The courses in all modules also serve the overarching goal of preparing students for participation in the University entrance examination (HZP) of the Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
The certificate programme is aimed at all prospective students whose higher education entrance qualification obtained abroad is not yet sufficient for direct admission to study in Germany. At the same time, existing German language skills are expanded in preparation for studying at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
After completing the certificate programme and successfully passing the university entrance examination, the path to a Bachelor's degree at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences is open to you. Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences offers a wide range of study options in various subject areas, including engineering, economics and social sciences, as well as opportunities to continue your studies later in dual study programmes and Master's programmes.
Students benefit from practical course content, modern laboratory facilities and an interdisciplinary education that is tailored to the needs of the labour market.
For those interested, there are study programmes in future-oriented fields such as sustainability, social management, engineering and business administration.
- Proof of German language skills at level "B1" according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
- Certificate of higher education entrance qualification abroad, alternatively conditional admission to a higher education institution
Award of the HSNgo certificate. The application for participation in the University entrance examination (HZP) of Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
Regulations applicable to the degree programme (published in the Official announcements of the HSN) and other guidelines:
Why you should take part in HSNgo:
Easier access to studying at a German university
HSNgo offers exclusive access to a Bachelor's degree programme at the innovative Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences in the centre of Germany. The only admission requirements are a B1 level of German and authorisation to enter higher education in the home country - regardless of the assessment of this school-leaving qualification by Anabin and other bodies. This provides a real alternative to the Studienkolleg with its very limited number of places.
Optimum preparation for entrance exams and later studies
All courses are geared towards the requirements of the later university entrance examination, and in addition to the necessary knowledge transfer, practical examination training is also offered. The integrative, modularised study programme also prepares international applicants for their future studies at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
Professional and intercultural integration
HSNgo therefore has two focal points:
- Academic integration, i.e. preparation for a successful start to studies in Germany, including preparatory studies in the language, in certain subjects and in scientific methods;
- social and cultural integration, including joint activities for international and German students and support for international students to help them find their feet in their new environment.
Perspectives on the future
By participating in HSNgo, you will improve your technical and colloquial German language skills. You will acquire the ability to organise your future studies yourself, for example in the areas of communication, presentation and research skills and in the methodology of academic reading and writing. Ultimately, you will develop intercultural skills that will also prepare you for your career and the labour market in Germany.
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