54 young people from 17 countries have achieved their goal—and now, for many of them, their studies at a German university are about to begin.
54 graduates of the preparatory program at the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences (HSZG) received their diplomas in the summer semester of 2026. By obtaining a degree in the qualifying examination or the German Language Examination for University Admission (DSH), they have met the requirements for studying at a German university. Many of them will continue their education at HSZG.
The graduation ceremony took place on the Zittau campus. Together with family members, faculty, and guests from the university and the city, the graduates celebrated their successful degree completion.
In his commemorative address, the president of the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Alexander Kratzsch, paid special tribute to the students’ courage and perseverance. Moving to Germany, learning a new language, and preparing for university studies required a great deal of dedication.
Great goals are rarely achieved through individual feats of brilliance, but rather through the small things you do day after day. That is exactly what you have demonstrated during your time at the Studienkolleg.
”At the same time, he thanked Academic Director Ellen Leuschner and the entire team at the Studienkolleg for their dedicated support of international prospective students as they navigate their way into the German higher education system.
A total of 45 graduates received a certificate for the Proficiency Examination (FSP). Of these, 27 successfully completed the Technology track and 19 successfully completed the Business track. Another 8 graduates passed the German Language Examination for University Admission (DSH). The graduates come from 17 different countries, including Vietnam, Ukraine, India, Syria, Morocco, and Poland.
The majority completed their degree within the standard duration: 33 students passed the Proficiency Examination after just two semesters. Of the DSH graduates, seven completed the degree within a single semester.
Many graduates have already been provisionally admitted to a degree program at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences. Others will begin their studies at other universities in Saxony. By successfully completing their degrees, they have laid the foundation for their future academic careers in Germany.
The preparatory program at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences prepares international prospective students with diverse educational backgrounds for a degree program at HSZG or at a partner university in Saxony. In addition to learning German, they acquire the academic skills necessary for successful study.
