Your Preparatory Course for Undergraduate Studies in Germany
The new International Year One program at Berlin International is the perfect choice for students looking to pursue higher studies in Germany. Designed with international students in mind, this program is the perfect pathway to completing a year of university studies after secondary school, guaranteeing a seamless transition into our bachelor programs in business administration.
The Foundation to Your Bachelor’s Degree
Thanks to the preparatory courses in fields such as academic writing, mathematics, business administration, psychology, and history, you will be well-equipped to start your bachelor’s in business administration at Berlin International.
Secure Your Place at Berlin International
By joining the International Year One program, you will also receive a conditional offer to take up your undergraduate studies in business administration at BI. Completing the International Year One program means that your place with us will be secured, offering you peace of mind as you embark on your academic journey.
Admission Requirements
To meet the admission requirements for our bachelor programs in business administration, applicants will need the German Abitur/Fachabitur or equivalent. Any foreign qualification will need to meet the equivalence criteria to these German certificates, which are set by the German Central Office for Foreign Education.
The requirements for equivalence vary from country to country. We have summarized a few of the most frequently asked about education systems:
The German Academic Exchange Service provides an English language resource here to confirm whether you meet the requirements to study in Germany.
Preparatory Course
If your current educational qualifications do not fully meet the Abitur/Fachabitur level in Germany and you will need a preparatory course or additional studies, you can apply for our International Year One program.
The entry requirements for the International Year One program are:
- Subject-restricted admission to a Preparatory Course
- Secondary school-leaving certificate
- Proof of English language proficiency: (min. IELTS 6.0)
Our Partner: Touro College Berlin
Founded in 1970 in New York City, Touro College is a multicultural American university with branches in several countries around the world. The Berlin campus is accredited by the state of Berlin and the German Council of Science and Humanities and offers German and American academic systems. Classes are offered in a small and interactive setting, with personal attention from the professors.
Thank you for reading our article about the International Year One program, a preparatory course for undergraduate studies in Germany. If you are interested in pursuing your studies at Berlin International, take a look at the different bachelor’s programs in business administration we offer.
Feel free to reach out to our Admissions Team at any time via application@berlin-international.de.
You have checked the bachelor entrance requirements on the DAAD website and qualify for subject-restricted admission to a Preparatory Course? Then our International Year One is the perfect option for you! It will be the bridge between your current qualifications and the German university entry-level (Abitur). You will have all of the benefits of being a student in Berlin, such as a transport ticket, enjoying the culture and atmosphere, and the chance to get your residence permit while you prepare to join us at BI!
And the best part is that your place at BI will be guaranteed!
Dates and Application Deadlines
Start on 1st September 2025:
1st December 2024 until 31st July 2025 (Date recommended due to length of visa application process.)
Fees and other costs
- Tuition Fee - 5,365 EUR per semester
- Deposit - 1,000 EUR
- No Application Fee
- Register via our portal
- Choose your favored business degree program
- Upload your documents
- Copy of passport
- Official school certificate with a transcript of grades
- Proof of English proficiency
- Motivation letter
- CV
Sit back and let our Admissions Team get to work!
Finances
If you are coming from a country outside the EU, you may be asked to provide evidence of adequate financial resources (e.g., a blocked bank account) during the visa application process. Find out more here.
Attendance
All courses at Touro are conducted in person. If your arrival is delayed (e.g., waiting for a visa), you can take 4-5 online classes in the first semester. Online courses remain online for the whole semester. You are expected to arrive in Berlin in time to start your second semester in person. Upon request, student housing options can be shared.
Placement exams
Before the International Year One starts, you will complete mandatory college writing and math placement exams. The exam results will determine which level of math and college writing classes you will be placed into when you begin your studies at Touro.
