- With more than 14,000 students, around 2,000 graduates every year, 10 faculties, about 100 degree programmes, 14 in-house and five affiliated institutes as well as four competence platforms. - FH Aachen, with its two campuses in Aachen and Jülich, is one of the largest and most important universities of applied sciences in Germany. - 240 professors and about 1,300 employees work here in teaching, research and administration
FH AachenAbout the
The FH Aachen – Aachen University of Applied Sciences is one of the biggest Fachhochschulen in Germany with roughly 15,000 students, 250 professors, 470 contract lecturers, and 340 assistants. It is specialized in certain topical areas (e.g. technology, engineering, business, design). The FH Aachen ranks as the first best among the Universities of Applied Sciences in Germany in the fields of Electrical, Mechanical engineering and Informatics. Ten Faculties offer 53 Bachelor's, 22 Master's and three cooperative degree programmes. The FH Aachen is situated in Aachen and in Jülich.
Focus of Study : Freshman Program has selected options with guaranteed admission to a bachelor’s program in business or engineering after you complete the Freshman Program. We offer individual preparation tailored to the bachelor programs of our partner universities. Our graduates therefore have the best chances to succeed in their studies.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Even if you don’t meet the standard admission requirements to German universities, the Freshman Program is for you. Are you an international high school student dreaming of studying in Germany? The Freshman Program is your pathway to German universities. Our comprehensive foundation program provides you with the academic, language, and cultural skills to thrive in a German university. From customized courses to mentoring, tutoring, and personal support, we've got you covered.
Curriculum : The Freshman Program has different tracks to choose from. Whether you already know German (German Track), still want to learn German (English to German Track), or even prefer English (English Track FeP) for your studies – the Freshman Program offers something for everyone!
German Track FeP – completely in German – Study engineering, medicine or business & economics. Previous knowledge of German is required.
English Track FeP – completely in English – Study engineering or business & economics in your choice of English-language Bachelor’s degree programmes in North Rhine-Westphalia. We also offer guaranteed admission to one specific business & economics Bachelor's degree programme at the FH Südwestfalen/South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences. Previous knowledge of German is not required.
English-to-German Track – transition from English to German – Study with guaranteed admission to selected engineering programmes at the FH Aachen and University of Duisburg-Essen. Previous knowledge of German is not required at the time of application.
During the Freshman Program, students receive a solid preparation for university studies, including:
Engineering: mathematics & physics
Medicine: biology, chemistry & physics
Business & economics: business mathematics & economics
Engineering students in the English-to-German Track also complete practical training in university laboratories.
Focus of Study : Freshman Program has selected options with guaranteed admission to a bachelor’s program in business or engineering after you complete the Freshman Program. We offer individual preparation tailored to the bachelor programs of our partner universities. Our graduates therefore have the best chances to succeed in their studies.
Benefit, Goal of this course : Even if you don’t meet the standard admission requirements to German universities, the Freshman Program is for you. Are you an international high school student dreaming of studying in Germany? The Freshman Program is your pathway to German universities. Our comprehensive foundation program provides you with the academic, language, and cultural skills to thrive in a German university. From customized courses to mentoring, tutoring, and personal support, we've got you covered.
Curriculum : The Freshman Program has different tracks to choose from. Whether you already know German (German Track), still want to learn German (English to German Track), or even prefer English (English Track FeP) for your studies – the Freshman Program offers something for everyone!
German Track FeP – completely in German – Study engineering, medicine or business & economics. Previous knowledge of German is required.
English Track FeP – completely in English – Study engineering or business & economics in your choice of English-language Bachelor’s degree programmes in North Rhine-Westphalia. We also offer guaranteed admission to one specific business & economics Bachelor's degree programme at the FH Südwestfalen/South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences. Previous knowledge of German is not required.
English-to-German Track – transition from English to German – Study with guaranteed admission to selected engineering programmes at the FH Aachen and University of Duisburg-Essen. Previous knowledge of German is not required at the time of application.
During the Freshman Program, students receive a solid preparation for university studies, including:
Engineering: mathematics & physics
Medicine: biology, chemistry & physics
Business & economics: business mathematics & economics
Engineering students in the English-to-German Track also complete practical training in university laboratories.
Course Information
Schedule
52 Weeks
Accommodation
On-Campus Dorm/residence, Off-campus Residence
Qualification
Academic admission requirements
In order to be admitted to the Freshman Program, you must pass either
the Freshman Program entrance exam (Since the exam includes a maths and language exam, no separate language certificate will be required.) or
TestAS, which must be accompanied by an English or a German language certificate.
Language requirements
Depending on your selected field of study (see What Can You Study?), knowledge of English or German will be required for admission.
Required language levels:
If you take the entrance exam, you do not have to submit a language certificate. You will be tested at the level mentioned below during the entrance exam. Students applying with TestAS must submit a language certificate.
For English Track FeP and English-to-German Track: English: IELTS 4.5 or TOEFL iBT 53. Prior knowledge of German is recommended but not required for admission.
or
For German Track FeP: German level B1 with 90% or B2
Course Schedule
(2024Year schedule), has been finished. (2025Year schedule), has been updating
Fees
School's Admin fee
Tuition
52 Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
(EURO)€ 21,500 / Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Week
Housing Placement
Accommodation Fee
Terms
Homestay
On-Campus Dorm/residence
Off-Campus residence
Airport Pickup
Other Charges
Remarks / Other Information
* Dates and Fees are approximate and may change without prior notice.
Location
Accommodation
During the Freshman Program, students live in furnished double rooms with four to eight people in apartments in our student dormitories. Bedrooms are equipped with a bed, desk, chair, and wardrobe for clothing. Kitchens have a refrigerator, sink, stove with burners and oven and basic kitchen supplies. Washing machines will be provided for the students. All rooms have free Internet.
Surrounding Area
The campuses in Germany are situated in quiet small towns of about 20,000 to 32,000 people with green environments, the city of Jülich and city of Geilenkirchen. Most students live in Geilenkirchen, where many shopping facilities are within walking distance. There are supermarkets, restaurants, speciality shops, pharmacies and doctors in the city centre. The main train station of Geilkirchen is only 5 minutes by bus and 15 minutes walking distance form Campus. From there many larger cities, like Cologne, Düsseldorf or Aachen, can be reached by public transportation with the student ticket (Semester-Ticket), which is included in the program fees. On Campus in Geilekirchen there is not only the student accommodation, but also classrooms, the consulting team and part of the administration. Thus, many important places are conveniently located close to the participants. Since 1999 the Freshman Program exists in Lebanon.
Facilities
Seven of the ten faculties, with a total of over 8,000 students, are located in Aachen: Architecture, Civil Engineering, Design, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Aerospace Engineering, Business Studies, Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics. Furthermore, the Rectorate, the Head Office and the Central Library are also here. Three faculties with more than 3,000 students altogether are located in Jülich: Chemistry and Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Applied Mathematics as well as Energy Technology. All services for students, such as academic counselling, the Department of International Affairs, the Registrar's Office, department libraries, student dormitories and cafeterias, are available both in Aachen and in Jülich. While the Jülich site displays a campus atmosphere since all facilities are together in one place, the Aachen site is not a campus university. Its facilities are spread across the city of Aachen in seven buildings, some of which have a long tradition.
Activity
Music and Culture
During the Freshman Program, singing and music lessons are offered, for example for piano, guitar or drums. Students who already play an instrument can continue to practice during their time on campus and are also welcome to bring their instrument from home. Everytime there are people who contruibute with their musical talent to various events, such as the St. Nicholas celebration in December or the summer festival on campus. Everyone always has a great time! The team organizes various creative workshops, day trips or cooking classes for the participants in the Freshman Program.
Sports
On Campus students have the option to use the table tennis for free or play soccer/football on the sports field in front of the student residences. Most years the team organizes a student-soccer-tournament. Additionally students can sign up for other sports activities like for example badminton or basketball free of cost. The green fields surrounding the Campus invite runners to enjoy nature for a run. Next to Campus there is a fitness studio. Students can sign up for a membership and use the facilities. The gym offers cardio machines and weight lifting as well as sports courses. For those interested there is also a tennis and a golf court which registered members can use.
Getting to the school from the airport
Arriving by public transport
The following bus stops are near to FH Aachen, Campus Eupener Strasse:
Ronheider Weg (in the south of entry to Campus Eupener Straße (B), Lines: 14, 30, 34, 53, 54)
Burtscheid Sebastianstraße (in the north of entry to Campus Eupener Straße (B), Lines: 14, 34, 54)
For searching an ASEAG connection, click here.
Arriving by train
Aachen is linked to the international railway network. The high-speed train Thalys commutes between Paris and Cologne and stops in Aachen every two hours. In addition, ICE trains run from Frankfurt am Main to Brussels via Aachen. There are direct train connections to the following cities: Berlin, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Dortmund, Siegen, Frankfurt/Main and Hamm. Aachen is connected to the Dutch railway network with an hourly connection to Heerlen.
For further information, please contact the DB Travel Center at the Aachen Main Station or the following website.
Opening hours:
Monday - Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Arriving by aircraft
The following airports are located close to the city of Aachen:
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Dusseldorf Airport
Maastricht-Aachen Airport
Photo Album
Media
Questions
Review
0 Reviews
Classquality
School Facility, atmosphere
51
Faculty&school's counselor
Outdoor Activity
Accommodation quality
0
Why Study Destiny?
Design Your Own Study Abroad Plans
FAST , EASY , FREE
With StudyDestiny, you can apply to your desired school directly using our online Application Form. Study Destiny Website is for the independent international students who want to go abroad by themselves without study abroad agency's help. You are able to search your desired schools through the website and apply for the courses without any cost or hidden fee. Once you applying for any course, your application will process with oversee counselor.
Add to Favorites
Basic Info
Why Study Destiny?
Study Abroad Programs
