When is a preparatory course necessary?

With a degree in Architecture with at least 210 ECTS (= 3.5-year degree), no preparatory course is necessary.

If you have a degree in architecture with 180 ECTS (= 3 year degree), you must complete a preparatory course before starting your degree. The practical preparatory course must be started and successfully completed by the winter semester (October - March) at the latest to ensure entry into the regular programme in the following summer semester (start: 1 April).
 

English language requirements

proof of **sufficient English proficiency**

we do accept one of the following tests - not older than 2 years - with at least the indicated score:

• IELTS (academic) or Indicator 6.5
• TOEFL 87 ibt / Special Home Edition 87 ibt
• TOEIC Listening/Reading 785, Speaking 160, Writing 150
• Duolingo Certificate 110 points (48h results, all online)
• CAE or CPE (grade A, B, or C)
• Pearson English Test Academic (PTE-A): 59 points
• Linguaskill: 176 - 184 (CES) - all four skills required