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Preparation Course for Bachelor programmes

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Preparation course

Get ready for your studies in Germany

You want to study at FOM, but your school qualifications are not directly recognised in Germany? Our eight-week preparation programme is your path to admission. You’ll strengthen your skills in mathematics and physics, learn basic German (A1 level), and gain intercultural competencies – all taught in English. Once you’ve completed the course and passed the FOM Entrance Exam, you’ll be eligible to start your Bachelor’s studies in International Business Management (B.Sc.), Computer Science & Digital Technologies (B.Sc.) or Mechanical Engineering & Digital Technologies (B.Eng.). FOM’s International Office will support you with your visa application and guide you through every step of the admission process.

Preparation for
International Business Management (B.Sc.)
Computer Science & Digital Technologies (B.Sc.)
Mechanical Engineering & Digital Technologies (B.Eng.)

Location
Essen

Study model
conducted on-campus

Duration
approximately 8 weeks

Course fee
€ 2,750

Preparation course – International Business Management B.Sc.

Overview

Elementary calculus
Curve sketching
Integral calculus
Numerical systems
Propositional logic
Principles of computer assembly
 

Economics: Markets, price formation, competition, tax policy
Business administration: strategic management, organizational structure, internal/external accounting
Business information systems
 

On A1-level students will learn aural, oral, writing and speaking skills on the basis. 
Students will be taught grammar rules.
 

Students will be familiarised with German culture in particular and European culture in general.

Students will be taught the following contents:
1. Cultural theories
2. Stereotyping and Intercultural Competence
3. Culture in business communication
 

FOM Entrance Exam (in English)
 

Subject to change.

Preparation course – Computer Science & Digital Technologies (B.Sc.) & Mechanical Engineering & Digital Technologies (B.Eng.)

Overview

Elementary mathematics
Linear Algebra
Geometry
Calculus
 

Mechanics
Materials Science
Thermodynamics
Fluid Mechanics
Electrotechnics
Dynamics and Vibrations

On A1-level students will learn aural, oral, writing and speaking skills on the basis. 
Students will be taught grammar rules.
 

Students will be familiarised with German culture in particular and European culture in general.

Students will be taught the following contents:
1. Cultural theories
2. Stereotyping and Intercultural Competence
3. Culture in business communication
 

FOM Entrance Exam (in English)

Subject to change. 

What you need for admission

English language skills at B2 level (according to the CEFR)

A university entrance qualification – either:

  • a valid qualification from your home country, or
  • an indirect university entrance qualification for studying in Germany

Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree programme is required.

Studycosts

  • Participation fee study programme € 2,750

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