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International Year One

Turn your dream of studying in Germany into reality

Preparatory Program in Heidelberg!

Get to know the International Year One, a preparatory program for international applicants with a home-country university entrance qualification, you’ll master German, prepare academically, and gain real work experience – all in one year. Start online from home, finish on campus, and move directly into your bachelor’s studies with full confidence.

The mission is to systematically prepare highly motivated talents from around the world for their academic and professional careers – and to connect qualified, committed, and bilingual or trilingual young professionals with partner companies, supporting both parties in their joint development.

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Highlights

Learn German with a Purpose
Acquire German language skills directly applied to university studies and academic life in Germany.
Practical Work Experience

Complete an internship as part of your program to gain real professional experience in a German company.

Career Opportunities
Build valuable industry connections and increase your chances of obtaining a full-time job in Germany after graduation. 
Application training
We offer trainings including interview preparation, to ensure you are fully equipped for the recruitment process with German companies.
Next Step

Your Pathway

Semester 1 (Online in your homecountry or in Germany)

Semester 2 (in Germany)*

*Depending on your previous knowledge and academic records, you may be able to start directly in the second semester.
 

 

Your Benefits with the International Year One

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Get a deeper insight into professional life in Germany
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Discover how your knowledge can be applied in real projects.
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Receive advice & training for your application process.
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Gain hands-on work experience.

Requirements

School Diploma
National higher education entrance qualification from your home country
Visa for study preparation purposes
Required for non-EU students who want to do a preparatory course in Germany.
Minimum A2 German level
Certificate required
B2 English level
No certificate required
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Do you need a better guide?

Take part in one of our many information sessions.
We hold them every week in different languages. We will answer all your questions in German, English, Spanish, or Turkish. Have a virtual meeting with our team at the iba international office, who will explain all our programs to you.
Info Sessions

Contact

iba International Office
Wörthstraße 15-17
50668 Köln
Do you have questions?
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Feel free to contact us directly via WhatsApp!