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DSH Certificate

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General information about the DSH examination

The Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang (DSH) is a language examination for international applicants before they can be admitted to a degree programme at a German university. 

The test assesses whether the candidate's language ability is sufficient to meet the demands of studying in German at a German university. These include such skills as:

  • Understanding lectures, taking notes and using them accordingly
  • Understanding study-related written texts and applying them accordingly
  • Expressing oneself verbally and in writing with regard to a given, study-related topic

For more details, please read the DSH regulations  which went into effect at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar on 18 June, 2021.
 

The written exam is comprised of four parts:

a) Understanding and processing information in an audio text (--> Sample audio text, sample audio-text questions)
The candidates are allowed to listen to a longer recording of a lecture twice. Afterwards, they are asked to complete various tasks which not only verify whether they have understood the general thrust and selected details of the lecture, but also whether they are able to apply and convey the information in written form.

b) Understanding and processing information in a written text (--> Example)
This written text resembles a typical academic text. The tasks assess whether the candidate has understood the information contained in the text, and can process and communicate it.

c) Understanding and processing grammatical structures of scientific language
The test section "Grammatical Structures of Scientific Language" assesses comprehension and the ability to produce complex grammatical structures which are often used in scientific language. This section refers to structures contained in a written text. To view a sample text, click on the link provided in b).

d) Text production based on provided information (--> Example)
This section is generally based on provided information, e.g. diagrams, illustrations, etc. The candidate is required to demonstrate that he/she can produce a written text about a certain topic expressing an opinion, describing a diagram, or some similar task.


If you have any questions about the DSH at the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, please contact us at sprachenzentrum[at]uni-weimar.de. 

For general information about studying in Germany, please visit the following pages:  

Fachverband Deutsch als Fremdsprache (fadaf) 
Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)

Intensive German Courses (DSH)

German language courses for studying and working in Germany

The intensive German courses offered by the Bauhaus Weiterbildungsakademie Weimar e.V. in cooperation with the Language Center provide you with the German language skills you need for studying or working in Germany.

The courses have four different target levels (A2, B1, B2, C1/DSH). By passing the German Language Examination for University Admission (DSH), the German language requirements for enrolment at any German university can be met.

  • Course Formats and Fees
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Course FormatFee
Winter Semester 2025/2026
In-Person Teaching

ca. 20 hours/week with ca. 15 students in Language Centre classrooms
€ 1,500 
Sommer Semester 2026
In-Person Teaching

ca. 20 hours/week with ca. 15 students in Language Centre classrooms
€ 1,650 

Our courses have four different target levels:

CoursePrerequisitesTarget Level
Pre-intermediate Germanca. 100 hoursA2
Pre-intermediate Germanca. 300 hours / A2B1
Intermediate Germanca. 600 hours / B1 B2
Upper-intermediate/Advanced Germanca. 1.000 hours / B2C1/DSH

Below is a registration form providing further information which can be downloaded and printed/completed. Please send us the completed registration form by e-mail or fax. All relevant information can be found on the registration form.

Application Deadline:

  • 15 March (summer semester) 
  • 15 September (winter semester)
  • or when the maximum number of students has been reached.

 --> Registration form for the winter semester 2025/2026 (01.10.2025 - 06.02.2026)

 --> Registration form for the sommer semester 2025/2026 (01.04. - 10.07.2026)

DSH Examination Course

Intensive language course to prepare for the DSH examination

To prepare for the German Language Examination for University Admission (DSH) in September, the Language Centre offers a (face-to-face) preparation course if there is sufficient demand.

Please note that only prospective students of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar and the Hochschule für Musik 'Franz Liszt' with a conditional admission can be admitted to this course.

It is also necessary to prove that applicants already have a knowledge of German equivalent to the level of B 2/C 1.

Course/Examination Registration:
A registration form will be sent by e-mail upon request.

For timelines re access to completed examinations and related appeal procedures please switch to the German version of this website.

 

 

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