Germany
Photo: Mike Peel, CC BY-SA 4.0 · CreditsBachelor’s degree in Germany after HSC
Why most HSC students need a Studienkolleg, and what the full route costs.
Check my HSC routeLast updated 29 September 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end
The route at a glance
2 semestersStudienkolleg, if needed
6 semestersTypical bachelor’s
GermanMost bachelor’s programmes
Often €0Tuition at public universities
€11,904Blocked account per year
140 daysWork allowed per year
Language is the main hurdle
Most German bachelor’s degrees are taught in German and usually need TestDaF level 4 or DSH-2. English-taught bachelor’s programmes exist but are fewer, so check the DAAD database early.
Official sources
- TUM: Studienkolleg ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- DAAD: language skills ↗Checked 2026-09-27 · next review 2026-10-27
These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.
About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources listed above and last checked on 29 September 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.