Course description

The Q Course is a preparatory course prior to the eight-month intensive German course leading to the DSH examination. Its objective is to complete language level A1.

The course primarily serves as a pre-qualification for the subsequent intensive German course (DSH preparation) and specifically prepares participants for its linguistic requirements.

It is intended for applicants who plan to pursue a full degree at KU but do not yet meet the required language level for admission to the intensive German course.

In addition, the course is also open to international students enrolled in English-taught degree programs who wish to acquire basic German language skills. It is offered once a year in the period leading up to the winter semester and is completed before the start of lectures.

Successful completion of the Q Course also qualifies students for enrollment in the semester-long A2 courses offered by the Language Center.

Course dates 2026

The Q Course consists of two consecutive modules.

Module 1: August 24 – September 11, 2026
Module 2: September 14 – October 2, 2026
 

The overall course period runs from August 24 to October 6, 2026.

Course fees

For students admitted to KU:
EUR 500.00 for both modules

For external participants:
EUR 490.00 per module
EUR 980.00 for both modules

The Q Course is offered in cooperation with KEB Eichstätt.

Course format and technical requirements

The Q Course is conducted entirely online via the Zoom video conferencing platform.

Participants are required to have a stable internet connection as well as a computer or laptop equipped with a headset and a webcam. Participation via mobile phone or tablet is not possible.

Workload

Participants are expected to attend daily classes (4 hours) as well as the learning group (1 hour). In addition, approximately 45 minutes per day should be scheduled for independent study.

Course materials

Participants are required to purchase the following textbook independently:

Miteinander! Deutsch für Alltag und Beruf A1.1: Kurs- und Arbeitsbuch plus interaktive Version 

ISBN 978-3190018918

Please purchase this specific bundle only.

Registration

Registration is completed online via the link provided.
The registration deadline is August 14, 2026.

Course Description

The Intensive German Course for DSH examination preparation extends over two semesters and generally starts in the winter semester. The course is designed to prepare students specifically for the linguistic requirements of the DSH examination and to provide the German language skills necessary for studying in a German-taught bachelor’s degree program at KU.

Admission to the course requires completion of German language level A1. This must be demonstrated through a mandatory placement test prior to the start of the course.

Further detailed information on course content, structure, and examination requirements can be found on the website of KU’s Language Center.

Target group

This course is exclusively intended for KU students who have received conditional admission to a German-taught bachelor’s degree program.

Exchange students and free mover students are not eligible to participate in this course.

Course Description

This intensive course is offered exclusively to exchange students from selected partner universities of KU. Participation is limited and requires formal nomination by the sending partner university.

The two-semester Intensive German Course prepares students specifically for the DSH examination (German Language Examination for University Admission). The DSH examination can be taken at KU and qualifies students for admission to degree programs at KU. As a rule, the DSH certificate is also recognized by other German universities. Successfully passing the DSH at level DSH-2 allows students to enroll in any field of study.

Within this course, no separate certification of language levels according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is issued.

Upon successful completion of the course, exchange students receive a Transcript of Records worth more than 40 ECTS credits. Depending on the individual timetable, it may also be possible to attend additional courses, such as English-taught seminars offered by the faculties.

Course duration

The course runs over two semesters, from mid-October to early July of the following year, with a total duration of eight months.

Participation requirements

Applicants must have completed German language level A1, which is verified through a mandatory placement test.
In addition, formal nomination by the sending partner university is required.

Target Group

This course is intended for exchange students from selected partner universities who wish to achieve a high level of German proficiency within a short period of time.
It is particularly suitable for students planning to pursue further studies in Germany.

Course Fees

The course fee is EUR 500.00 per semester.
In addition, a semester fee of EUR 78.00 per semester applies.
Costs for course materials amount to approximately EUR 50.00 per semester.

The total estimated cost is approximately EUR 1,250.00 (as of May 23, 2024).

Application

Participation requires nomination by the home university.
The nomination deadline is May 15 of each year.