First undergraduate study programme, DSH course, preparatory college (Studienkolleg)

Information for international applicants

Degree seeking students

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Herzlich willkommen! Welcome! Bienvenue!

We are happy that you are joining us at the virtual stand of the International Office!

Here, international applicants can get all the information they need about studying in Jena.

You can also ask questions (German/English) by email to incoming@uni-jena.de or by phone during our office hours.

Information

If you have questions that you would prefer to ask in German, please do not hesitate to do so.

Please see here for our information in German.

Study opportunities at the Friedrich Schiller University Jena

The Friedrich Schiller University Jena (founded in 1558) offers the best study conditions:

pracital, excellent teaching based on cutting-edge research
more than 200 study programmes [pdf 1MB]External link und 21 international study programmes in 10 faculties
Your degree programme in Jena will give you a first-class education and the best employment opportunities worldwide.
Your academic success is important to us, which is why we offer lots of support programmes from the start of your studies until the end.
The university city of Jena offers lots of sports, culture, and an international community where you can make contacts alongside your studies. Come here and find out for yourself!

Please note the details on our websites and in the study guide in the download section below.

Find out more about our International Student Ambassadors

Alexander Abdulsalam - Nigeria

Alexander Abdulsalam
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1. Name, age, country of origin:

Alexander Abdulsalam, 22, Nigeria

2. In Jena since:

2020, before I have attended the preparatory college in Nordhausen.

3. Field(s) of study:

B.A Political Science and Sociology.

4. Favourite place and activity in Jena:

Meeting my friends in the Paradiespark or at the university.

5. In Jena I like most:

The friendly citizens and the beautiful environment.
Marcelo Glower Mendoza - El Salvador

Marcelo Glower Mendoza
Image: Marcelo Glower Mendoza

1. Name, age, country of origin:

Marcelo Andres Glower Mendoza, 23 years old, El Salvador

2. In Jena since:

2018, before I have lived in Dresden to learn German.

3. Field(s) of study:

B.A. Philosophy and Religious Studies

4. Favourite place and activity in Jena:

Listening to music in one of the churches and reading in the park or the library.

5. Tips for international applicants:

The university helps you with any problem.
Kristin Katzin - South Africa

Kristin Katzin
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1. Name, age, country of origin:

Kristin Katzin, 21 years old, South Africa

2. In Jena since:

2019, before I have attended the preparatory college in Nordhausen.

3. Field(s) of study:

B.A. Romance studies with a focus on Spanish/Art History and Film Studies

4. Favourite place and activity in Jena:

Canoeing at the river Saale and meeting friends in the Rosenkeller afterwards.

5. Tips for international applicants:

Don't be afraid to try something new! In the university's sports courses you can discover your unknown talents !
Vika Mirianashvili - Georgia

Vika Mirianashvili
Image: Fleur Zarzitzky

1. Name, country of origin:

Vika Mirianashvili, 22, Georgia

2. In Jena since:

Since 2020 studying at the university, before I have attended the DSH course.

3. Field(s) of study:

B.A Communication Science and German as a Foreign and Second Language

4. Favourite activities in Jena:

Hiking, jogging, cycling, exploring Thuringia, cooking with friends in the dormitory.

5. Tip for international applicants:

Don't be afraid to ask questions. The International Office will help you.
Sandra Price Lück - Chile

Sandra Price Lück
Image: Sandra Price Lück

1. Name, country of origin:

Sandra Magdalena Price Lück, Chile

2. In Jena since:

Attended the DSH preparation course in winter semster 2019/20, studying at University of Jena since summer semester 2020.

3. Field(s) of study:

B.Sc. Chemistry

4. Favourite place and activity in Jena:

I like to go for a walk, meet my fellow students in the Paradiespark, go bouldering or enjoy a cup of coffee with my friends.

5. Tips for international applicants:

You need a good knowledge of the German language to be successful during your studies. You can always ask the university for support.

Why study at the University of Jena?

Our introductory video shows you why you should choose the University of Jena and what you should look out for when applying:

Video: University of Jena

Here, Jordy from Ecuador tells you why he decided to study at the University of Jena:

placeholder image — Screenshot of a video witht Jordy Pacheco from Ecuador
Screenshot: youtube/Universität Jena

Study programmes and application procedures

Databases (university admission) and application procedures

International Office

Universitätshauptgebäude
Fürstengraben 1
07743 Jena Google Maps site planExternal link

Telephone hours:
For the office hours of the student advisors in the International Office, please go to ‘More information’ on the bottom left of the page.