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#161 in World

#15 in Germany

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University of Cologne Courses & Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(14 courses)
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Exam AcceptedIELTS: 5.5 - 7, PTE: 68 & Above, TOEFL: 72 - 100
MIM(3 courses)
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Exam AcceptedIELTS, PTE
M.Sc.(10 courses)
– / –Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 5.5 - 7, PTE: 68 & Above, TOEFL: 72 - 100
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Q:   How can I get admission to the University of Cologne as an international student?
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To get admission to Cologne Uni the eligibility criteria mentioned below need to be fulfilled first-

·         High school level qualification (for bachelor’s courses)

·         A bachelor’s degree (for master’s courses)

·         Degree certificate

·         German language proficiency

·         Academic transcripts

Q:   Does the University of Cologne offer courses taught in English?
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University of Cologne is a top-ranked university in Germany which offers a variety of courses on undergraduate, graduate as well as Diploma level, both in German and Englilsh. However, international students must note that they do require a German language proficiency certificate at DSH-2 or higher and basic understanding of the language in order to get enrolled in the university. In order to prepare students for their studies, Cologne University offers a program named Studienstart International program to all the Non-EU/EEA students. This course includes German-language classes and introductory courses tailored to the degree programmes as well as a variety of intercultural modules, which is meant to ease the student's start at the University of Cologne. After fully completing this one-semester program, students can begin their regular studies. 

Q:   What are the University of Cologne English language requirements?
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University of Cologne accepts major English exam scores as proof of English language proficiency. Students can refer to the table below for minimum score requirements:

English Language Exam

Minimum Score Required

TOEFL iBT

95 & Above

IELTS

7.0 & Above

PTE

76 & Above

Cambridge

C1 Advanced

TOEIC

Listening - 490

Reading - 455

Writing - 200

Speaking - 200

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Q:   What are the rankings of Business and Management courses at University of Cologne?
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Business and Management specialised courses at University of Cologne is ranked #12 by Shiksha Ranking, #40 by Financial Times and #126 by Times Higher Education. Rankings for Business and Management courses by other ranking bodies is mentioned in the table below:

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THE (Times Higher Education) - PG Business and Economics

#201

#126

#126

FT (Financial Times) - Master in Management

#46

#40

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Master of Science (MSc) in Sociology in Social Research - Batch of 2021
3.6
University of Cologne is academically oriented.
Tips: Germans are very cold and serious. I didn't have any scholarship. Overall, I was pretty satisfied with my experience. Job market in Germany is good, but not for non German speakers. Professors and the university staff are usually very friendly and polite. It is better to learn German to better fit into the society.
Likes (Value for money): As it is super cheap compared to British or Irish or USA universities. German universities cost around 1k or 2k per year only. So it is great for value for money. However, not speaking Germany is hard for finding a job and living in Germany. Therefore up to you.
Dislikes (Part time work): Unfortunately I joined during covid so we could not experience part time work or seminars, or any online activities. We did not have the opportunity to experience ordinary student life due to the pandemic. But maybe now it should be better. Most of our classes were offline.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1170
Prepping time for classes3 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 38165
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Yes, University of Cologne students can work while studying. Students can work up to 140 full days (4-8 hours per day) or 280 half days (1-4 hours per day) per year. This implies for both paid as well as unpaid internships. If in case, the time period exceed the ideal time period, students must appl

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PRIYANKA

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English Language Exam

Required Score

TOEFL iBT

95 or higher

IELTS

7.0 or higher

PTE

76 or higher

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PRIYANKA

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Answered 2 months ago

International students are required to submit the official transcripts from all the previously attended institutions. 

They are to be translated into either English or German by a certified agency before an applicant gets to the uni-assist stage of application. Once these requirements are met, studen

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Divya Shukla

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Answered 3 months ago

Yes there are many well known researchers connected with the Cologne Uni and some of them are mentioned below

  • Clemens Fuest- esteemed expert in economic public policy

  • Wolfgang Streeck- distinguished sociologist and political scientist

  • Renate Mayntz- a respected sociologist and political scientist speci

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PRIYANKA

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International students are required to upload the core academic documents to uni-assist, which include school-leaving/university entrance proof, complete transcripts, a bachelor's degree certificate, or a provisional proof. 

Additionally, the applicants might also be asked for certified translations

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