PFH Private University of Applied Sciences

At PFH University, you can apply at any time.

1. Application form via our website
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. Letter of Motivation
4. School leaving certificate (University Entrance Certificate)
5. Bachelor's degree certificate (or provisional certificate, if not yet awarded)
6. Transcript of records for your Bachelor's degree
7. Proof of English proficiency (minimum B2 level)
   1. English language certificate: TOEFL iBT score 86, IELTS score 6.5, LanguageCert Academic score 70, Duolingo or equivalent.
   2. Document stating that the medium of instruction of your Bachelor’s degree was English.
8. Proof of one year of work experience, such as an official written statement from the company.
   1. For applicants of Lightweight Engineering & Composites: at least one year’s work experience in Engineering or Engineering-related fields is mandatory
   2. For applicants of MBA: at least one year’s work experience is mandatory
   3. For applicants of other programmes: an employment reference is optional, though highly recommended
9. Copy of passport
10. Digital photo for your university card

Yes, you will need proof of advanced English language skills, e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, ESOL CAE, BEC Higher or LanguageCert Academic. Alternatively, an English-taught Bachelor’s degree.

No, there are no application fees at PFH.

If you are a citizen of a country in the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you do not require a visa or other documentation to enter Germany and study here. However, once you arrive and find accommodation, you must register at the local residents’ registration office.

If you come from a country other than the ones named above, you will require a visa. For more information specific to your home country, please visit the Federal Foreign Office website.

The sooner the better, so you can prepare fully.

Our master's programmes are completely on campus (either Göttingen or Stade).

Yes, classes are taught 100% in English.

Yes, you will get free German classes during your studies.

Semester fees must be paid in full before the start of each semester.

You can transfer your fees through https://pfh.flywire.com

At PFH University, we offer international students three types of scholarships:

• Deutschland Stipendium/Germany Scholarship
• STIBET Programme & DAAD Prize
• 25% Scholarship for Top Students

For more information on each of the scholarships, click here.

Please be aware that there are no fully funded scholarships available.

This will be checked throughout the admission process. No worries, you will get an email with all information and details.

International students coming to Germany have two options when it comes to accommodation: student halls of residence and private accommodation. For more information, you can visit the Accommodation Finder from the Federal Ministry of Education and Research or contact our International Office.

When you compare Germany to other European countries, you’ll find that it’s not very expensive. The living costs are just slightly higher than the EU average, with rent being the largest expense. On average, students in Germany spend around 850 EUR per month (750 EUR in Göttingen for the management degree).

During your studies, you are generally allowed to do 120 full days or 240 half-days of paid work and take small student jobs. In exceptional circumstances, your local Foreign Office may impose further restrictions.

No, we do not offer job placements but we do support you in your job search with the help of the Career Service team.

Upon graduation, you will be granted an 18-month residence permit to seek employment related to your studies.