You can start a dual or cooperative degree course at the HSZG with a (technical) Abitur. You can find all the basic information about the dual/cooperative study program on the main page for the KIA study model
Here you will find all the options specifically for prospective international students:
Study in Germany - with practical experience
If you come from abroad and have a recognized C1 language certificate or have successfully completed a preparatory college, you can start a dual or cooperative degree course with us - in the KIA or KIAdirekt model
KIA
Engineering studies parallel to a recognized, chamber-certified vocational training (IHK or HWK).
KIAdirekt
Regular studies with integrated practical phases in the company during the lecture-free period.
You can find more information on both KIA models here
The KIA (sandwich-style) degree course at the HSZG enabled me to combine theory and practice directly with a company right from the start. I was able to gain valuable practical experience early on and was financially secure at the same time. Even after three years, I am still very glad that I chose the KIA (sandwich-style) degree course at the HSZG.
”You already have a language certificate recognized by our university with a minimum level of C1 or have passed the FSP or DSH final examination at the Studienkolleg.
Every year from September (approx. one year before the start of your apprenticeship), you can apply for an apprenticeship or practical placement at one of our KIA companies. You can find an overview here
Do you need help finding a partner company? Write to us, we will be happy to help you!
You will need the contract with the KIA company to apply for a dual or cooperative study program at the HSZG. This is possible every year for the winter semester from May and for the summer semester from December.
Important: The undergraduate (Bachelor and Diplom) courses start in the winter semester. Only some Master's degree courses start in the summer semester. Applications can be made online via the application portal
Once you have the training contract and have been admitted to university, you are part of the KIA family.
We will celebrate this at the KIA Shuttle Start - the welcome event for all KIAs.
As a rule, the four-week basic training in the company begins on September 1. During this time, you will be familiarized with your tasks and make your first contacts with your new colleagues.
You also have the opportunity to participate free of charge in the preliminary courses free of charge.
Your dual or cooperative study program starts in October. You can find the exact schedule here.
If you do not yet have a language certificate and would like to study in Germany, we will prepare you specifically for the Feststellungsprüfung (FSP) or the Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang (DSH) at the Studienkolleg of the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences.
At the end, you will receive a language certificate for your application to the KIA sandwich-style) degree course at the HSZG. You can apply for an apprenticeship at one of our KIA companies and have your first interviews during the preparatory course.
You can still register online via our application portal for one of the courses at the Studienkolleg until 30.04.2026 (start in winter semester 2026/27).
All important dates and deadlines can be found here
