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Before Application & Enrollment

The following pages will provide you with all information necessary prior to your application and enrollment for a course of study.

Online-Self-Assessments (OSA)

On a voluntary basis, you can take an OSA for a number of subjects as part of your academic orientation.

Entrance Examination

Some courses of study at the University of Potsdam have special admission requirements. Here you will find more information on entrance examinations.

Required Language Skills for University Studies

This page provides additional information about the required language skills for studying at the University of Potsdam.

Preparatory Courses and Exams

If you are an international applicant interested in studying, the following pages will give you information on preparatory courses and exams that may be required for your application or for enrolling.

University Entry Qualification for Bachelor & First Law Examination

The following pages will provide comprehensive information regarding the university entry qualifications accepted at the University of Potsdam.

University Entrance Qualification for Master’s Degree Programs

On the following page you will find all information about academic degrees from a foreign university for admission to a master's degree.

Semester placement and recognition of credits

Here you will find information on semester placement and when such placement is required, as well as information on the recognition of study and examination credits already completed.

Certifications

The following pages will provide you with more information on the correct certifications of diplomas and certificates.

Health Insurance

The following pages will provide comprehensive information about health insurance for students.