The Propädeutikum (propaedeutic course) consists of one semester of specific and focused preparation. It is offered to international students in the summer semester. In addition to technical language skills, you will be given important methodological advice and learn vital techniques and strategies. We have provided answers to the most frequently asked questions below, where you will also find information about how to apply as well as a course overview.

Questions and Answers about the Propädeutikum

Many study programs do not start until the winter semester. This means that if you pass the FSP or DSH in February or March, you may not be able to start your studies immediately. For this reason, there is a Propädeutikum in the summer semester. It prepares you specifically for your future studies in terms of subject matter and methodology. During the Propädeutikum you keep your status as a student of Leipzig University. Thus, it also guarantees your residency in Germany until you can start your further studies.

The Propädeutikum is intended for

  • Graduates of Studienkolleg Sachsen with a provisory pre-admission to Leipzig University:
    The Propädeutikum is obligatory for all Studienkolleg Sachsen graduates with provisory pre-admission to Leipzig University, as all undergraduate degree programmes start in the winter semester.
  • Graduates of Studienkolleg Sachsen with a provisory pre-admission to the Technische Universität Dresden:
    Prospective students of the TU Dresden can choose between the Propädeutikum at Leipzig University and a preparatory semester at the TU Dresden.
  • Graduates of Studienkolleg Sachsen with a provisory pre-admission for the Chemnitz University of Technology or the TU Bergakademie Freiberg:
    Depending on your chosen study programme, you can start your studies at the Chemnitz University of Technology/ TU Bergakademie Freiberg either in the summer semester or in the winter semester. Please clarify this with the Chemnitz University of Technology/ TU Bergakademie Freiberg in advance. If your studies do not begin in the summer semester, we recommend that you attend the Propädeutikum at Studienkolleg Sachsen.

Summer Semester 2024

The Propädeutikum in the summer semester 2024 will take place from 08/04/24 to 05/07/2024.

You will find all information about the courses offered in the Propädeutikum in the course overview (in German only).

Information

You can sign up for the courses or modules of the Propädeutikum via TOOL in a specific time slot.
For the summer semester 2024, registration will take place from

Tuesday, 26/03/2024, 3:00 pm to Thursday 28/03/2024, 6:00 pm.

Important note: If you do not attend the selected courses by the second week of classes, you will lose your spot. The spot will then be given to other students if necessary.

Re-enrolment and semester fee

In order to attend the Propädeutikum, you must be enrolled at Leipzig University. If you have previously studied at Studienkolleg Sachsen, you must re-enroll for the summer semester. You do this by paying the semester fee. The deadline for this is 31st of January every year.

Venue and time frame

For the Propädeutikum, the Studienkolleg Sachsen offers both online and face-to-face classes. Face-to-face classes will be held in Lumumbastraße 4 at the Studienkolleg Sachsen.

Important note: If you do not attend your courses by the second week, you will lose your spot on the course, and your seat will be offered to other students if necessary.

Proof of Performance

In each course you can acquire proof of performances which contain ECTS credid points. The information on the proof of performanaces for the summer semester 2024 will be added from March onwards.

Who to contact

Katrin Kaup

Coordinator Propädeutikum

Studienkolleg Sachsen
Lumumbastraße 4, Room 1.23
04105 Leipzig

Phone: +49 341 97-30225

Office hours
Tuesday: 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Sarah Semrau

Study Office Propädeutikum

Studienkolleg Sachsen
Lumumbastraße 4, Room 1.15
04105 Leipzig

Office hours
Tuesday: 1:00 – 2:00 pm