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Competency Profile of Studienkollegs (Introduction)
Definition
Studienkollegs are institutions for international university applicants. The instruction specifically promotes the acquisition of general, linguistic, and subject-specific competencies that are fundamental for successful academic studies in Germany.
Key Facts
- General Competencies: Social and intercultural skills, teamwork, time management, self-organized learning.
- Linguistic Competencies: Acquisition of academic language skills up to level C1 (CEFR). Includes reading, listening, writing, and speaking in an academic context.
- Subject-specific Competencies: Mastery of relevant content and methods, problem-solving skills, and scientific work methods.
Detailed Explanation
Instruction at the Studienkolleg is competency-oriented and aims for sustainable study capability. German is the working language in all subjects, which is why subject instruction is always also language instruction. Competency orientation occurs on three levels:
- Level 1: The general competency profile of the Studienkollegs.
- Level 2: The competency profiles of individual subjects in the focus courses (e.g., T-Course, M-Course).
- Level 3: The internal subject curricula of the Studienkollegs. Teachers and students jointly shape an intercultural learning environment where personal responsibility and active participation are central.
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The competency profile of the Studienkollegs defines the general, linguistic (C1 level), and subject-specific requirements to prepare international students for university studies in Germany.