Probationary study period

The probationary study period am is a special opportunity for international prospective students. It is designed for individuals who wish to study in a bachelor’s program at Heilbronn University that does not require an entrance exam, but who are unable to obtain direct admission to a degree program in Germany. While they hold a high school diploma or equivalent qualification from their home country, this is not sufficient for admission to a degree program in Germany. To gain direct admission to a university, you would need to pass the assessment exam or have already studied for one or two years in your home country.

Through the probationary study period, you can begin your studies immediately following a counseling session and demonstrate during the first two semesters that you meet the requirements for the program. If you are successful, you may continue the probationary study period you have started on a regular basis.

The probationary study period is currently available for the following degree program

Additional degree programs may be added in the future.

• You will study alongside the other students in the Global Digital Management program.
• You will attend lectures and take exams just like everyone else.
• You must earn at least 40 credit points (ECTS) within a period of typically 2 semesters.
• Changing your program or taking a leave of absence is not possible during these two semesters. The probationary study period also does not qualify you for admission to another German university.
• If you pass the probationary study period, you will receive official admission and may continue your studies in the program.
• If you do not pass the probationary study period, your studies at Heilbronn University will end.

You may apply for the probationary study period  if the following requirements are met:

1. You hold a foreign educational credential that grants you direct admission to higher education in the country where it was issued. However, this credential is not sufficient for direct admission to higher education in Germany.

2. Your degree corresponds to the subject requirements of the program.

3. You have completed a counseling session of at least 15 minutes with the Student Advising Office.

4. You meet the language requirements for the program.

1. Your foreign academic credentials must first be reviewed and recognized by the Studienkolleg Konstanz or by uni-assist.

2. You must submit your application for the program through our application portal. When selecting the program, you will be asked whether you would like to participate in theprobationary study period. It is important that you select “Other university entrance qualification (general university entrance qualification)” when specifying your university entrance qualification.

You can find all the steps for applying here.

3. Contact the Student Advising Office. There, you will have a counseling session of at least 15 minutes regarding the probationary study period. This is an informational session about the program and includes advice on the content, structure, and requirements of the selected program, as well as options for specific preparation for your studies.

You will not be admitted to the probationary study period without proof of having attended a counseling session.

The Heilbronn University regulations regarding the probationary study period for students with foreign academic credentials will be announced here shortly.