What is the “Zulassung” (admission)?
TOP If you want to study at an institution of higher education in Germany you have to apply for admission at the International Office (“AAA – Akademisches Auslandsamt”). Certain subjects are so popular that there are not enough seats. Students are then subject to a selection process in which the average marks gained at “Abitur” or the equivalent examination qualifying the student to enter into higher education are the factors determining admission. There are disciplines subject to restricted admissions (“Numerus Clausus”) throughout Germany (e. g. business administration, medicine, psychology), while others are only subject to restrictions at certain institutions. Great emphasis is placed on enabling foreign citizens to study at German institutions of higher education. Thus, a certain percentage of seats in subjects with restricted admissions are reserved for international applicants. The dead lines for the applications to the International Offices are generally 15th July for the follo
