2017 applicants from germany
Hey there!
I am from germany and I am trying to study in the UK.
I personally think it is really hard to compare the abitur with a-levels and therefore it is really hard to guess if you have a chance or not.
Experience from current german students or applicants would be great! Sometimes you can feel pretty overwhelmed by the difficulties of a foreign education system.
As to me, I have applied for chemistry/ chemistry with medicinal chemistry to KCL,UCL, St Andrews, Edinburgh and Glasglow.
How about you?
I am from germany and I am trying to study in the UK.
I personally think it is really hard to compare the abitur with a-levels and therefore it is really hard to guess if you have a chance or not.
Experience from current german students or applicants would be great! Sometimes you can feel pretty overwhelmed by the difficulties of a foreign education system.
As to me, I have applied for chemistry/ chemistry with medicinal chemistry to KCL,UCL, St Andrews, Edinburgh and Glasglow.
How about you?
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Original post by simone0110
Hey there!
I am from germany and I am trying to study in the UK.
I personally think it is really hard to compare the abitur with a-levels and therefore it is really hard to guess if you have a chance or not.
Experience from current german students or applicants would be great! Sometimes you can feel pretty overwhelmed by the difficulties of a foreign education system.
As to me, I have applied for chemistry/ chemistry with medicinal chemistry to KCL,UCL, St Andrews, Edinburgh and Glasglow.
How about you?
I am from germany and I am trying to study in the UK.
I personally think it is really hard to compare the abitur with a-levels and therefore it is really hard to guess if you have a chance or not.
Experience from current german students or applicants would be great! Sometimes you can feel pretty overwhelmed by the difficulties of a foreign education system.
As to me, I have applied for chemistry/ chemistry with medicinal chemistry to KCL,UCL, St Andrews, Edinburgh and Glasglow.
How about you?
You should apply for Oxford if you're interested in Chemistry. Also when are you applying this year?
Original post by LisaNikita
You should apply for Oxford if you're interested in Chemistry. Also when are you applying this year?
I already applied, as I am planning to start university this year!
I hope I didn't choose a misleading title
Original post by simone0110
Hey there!
I am from germany and I am trying to study in the UK.
I personally think it is really hard to compare the abitur with a-levels and therefore it is really hard to guess if you have a chance or not.
Experience from current german students or applicants would be great! Sometimes you can feel pretty overwhelmed by the difficulties of a foreign education system.
As to me, I have applied for chemistry/ chemistry with medicinal chemistry to KCL,UCL, St Andrews, Edinburgh and Glasglow.
How about you?
I am from germany and I am trying to study in the UK.
I personally think it is really hard to compare the abitur with a-levels and therefore it is really hard to guess if you have a chance or not.
Experience from current german students or applicants would be great! Sometimes you can feel pretty overwhelmed by the difficulties of a foreign education system.
As to me, I have applied for chemistry/ chemistry with medicinal chemistry to KCL,UCL, St Andrews, Edinburgh and Glasglow.
How about you?
Come to the St Andrews thread
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Original post by wolfmoon88
I am already in the St Andrews thread, but thanks for your suggestion!
I just have the feeling that there are no active german applicants in this threat.
It is very hard to see the people who got in with their a-level grades because you have no idea how good these grades are, if you would transfer them into the german abitur system.
So comparing your grades with them in order for you to see if you have a chance is quite difficult
Original post by simone0110
Hey there!
I am from germany and I am trying to study in the UK.
I personally think it is really hard to compare the abitur with a-levels and therefore it is really hard to guess if you have a chance or not.
Experience from current german students or applicants would be great! Sometimes you can feel pretty overwhelmed by the difficulties of a foreign education system.
As to me, I have applied for chemistry/ chemistry with medicinal chemistry to KCL,UCL, St Andrews, Edinburgh and Glasglow.
How about you?
I am from germany and I am trying to study in the UK.
I personally think it is really hard to compare the abitur with a-levels and therefore it is really hard to guess if you have a chance or not.
Experience from current german students or applicants would be great! Sometimes you can feel pretty overwhelmed by the difficulties of a foreign education system.
As to me, I have applied for chemistry/ chemistry with medicinal chemistry to KCL,UCL, St Andrews, Edinburgh and Glasglow.
How about you?
All you can do is compare yourself with their abitur requirements. And you may find they are higher for the Scottish universities due to the fee arrangements.
Eg UCL
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-students/undergraduate/degrees/chemistry-msci/
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Original post by jneill
All you can do is compare yourself with their abitur requirements. And you may find they are higher for the Scottish universities due to the fee arrangements.
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Oh yes, they definitely are
Thanks a lot for the link!
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Original post by simone0110
Oh yes, they definitely are
Thanks a lot for the link! Unfortunately, not every university has foreign entry requirements this specific as UCL does.
Thanks a lot for the link! Unfortunately, not every university has foreign entry requirements this specific as UCL does.
They all seem to publish requirements for German applicants...
Glasgow: http://www.gla.ac.uk/media/media_245404_en.pdf
"Award of Abitur with overall average grade of 1.5 with grade 13 in 4 Abiturprufung subjects."
Edinburgh: http://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/international/european-union-undergraduate-entry-requirements/g-l/germany
"Abitur at 1.3 overall with 13 in 2 Leistungskurse subjects, including required subjects."
St Andrews: http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements/germany/
"Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochshulreife (Abitur) Offer range: 1.2 to 1.1 overall, with 14 or above in at least two subjects, including relevant subjects."
KCL: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/international.aspx
Assuming AAB : Award of the Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife (Abitur) with 1.5 overall and two LK (Leistungkurse) subjects at grades 13, 13
Original post by jneill
They all seem to publish requirements for German applicants...
Glasgow: http://www.gla.ac.uk/media/media_245404_en.pdf
"Award of Abitur with overall average grade of 1.5 with grade 13 in 4 Abiturprufung subjects."
Edinburgh: http://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/international/european-union-undergraduate-entry-requirements/g-l/germany
"Abitur at 1.3 overall with 13 in 2 Leistungskurse subjects, including required subjects."
St Andrews: http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements/germany/
"Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochshulreife (Abitur) Offer range: 1.2 to 1.1 overall, with 14 or above in at least two subjects, including relevant subjects."
KCL: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/international.aspx
Assuming AAB : Award of the Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife (Abitur) with 1.5 overall and two LK (Leistungkurse) subjects at grades 13, 13
Glasgow: http://www.gla.ac.uk/media/media_245404_en.pdf
"Award of Abitur with overall average grade of 1.5 with grade 13 in 4 Abiturprufung subjects."
Edinburgh: http://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/international/european-union-undergraduate-entry-requirements/g-l/germany
"Abitur at 1.3 overall with 13 in 2 Leistungskurse subjects, including required subjects."
St Andrews: http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements/germany/
"Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochshulreife (Abitur) Offer range: 1.2 to 1.1 overall, with 14 or above in at least two subjects, including relevant subjects."
KCL: http://www.kcl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/international.aspx
Assuming AAB : Award of the Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife (Abitur) with 1.5 overall and two LK (Leistungkurse) subjects at grades 13, 13
I have already seen those, but thanks!
I thought that these were just the "general" grades you have to have, but don't they differ depending on the subject you're applying for?
For example for chemistry with medicinal chemistry at StA (http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/courses/route/USHFCMCSCMC/year/2017-8) you need AAB (which is roughly 1.5 in abitur) or 35 IB points (that would be a 2.2 in abitur). So that is quite confusing. These would be lower entry requirements than the 1.2 that they say you have to have as a german applicant on the link you send me
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Original post by simone0110
For example for chemistry with medicinal chemistry at StA (http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/courses/route/USHFCMCSCMC/year/2017-8) you need AAB (which is roughly 1.5 in abitur) or 35 IB points (that would be a 2.2 in abitur). So that is quite confusing. These would be lower entry requirements than the 1.2 that they say you have to have as a german applicant on the link you send me
As I said, Scottish requirements for EU applicants are often higher due to the funding "issue".
Original post by Nathanaelion
Hey, I am also a German applying to Edinburgh.
I already applied last year for the course, then with predicted grades of 1.5.
My course has a typical offer of
AAA / IB 37. I got the rejection message in March, was never really given a reason.
But this time I am applying with achieved grades of 1.4 and a imo better personal statement, so I hope my chances are better now!
If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.
What are your predicted/achieved grades?
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I already applied last year for the course, then with predicted grades of 1.5.
My course has a typical offer of
AAA / IB 37. I got the rejection message in March, was never really given a reason.
But this time I am applying with achieved grades of 1.4 and a imo better personal statement, so I hope my chances are better now!
If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.
What are your predicted/achieved grades?
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March is pretty late... I can't imagine to wait another 2 months...
Oh I'm sorry for last year. Very fierce of you to try again this year! I am sure you'll make it
My predictet grade is 1.2 or 1.3 (I am not quite sure which one, my teachter changed it in the last moment I think)
For what have you applied ?
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Original post by Nathanaelion
Cognitive Science in the Science and Engineering School.
The course is not really common, that's part of the reason why I am applying again to the same uni.
In Scotland it is the only uni offering it afaik and in Germany there are also only two, Tübingen and Osnabrück.
If I dont get in, I will probably go to one of the two.
What about you? Do you have a plan B?
Yes the wait is really annoying, but I fear it will be the same this year
- EU students only get the leftovers because of fee status :/
However, if you get an offer before march, let me know please!
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The course is not really common, that's part of the reason why I am applying again to the same uni.
In Scotland it is the only uni offering it afaik and in Germany there are also only two, Tübingen and Osnabrück.
If I dont get in, I will probably go to one of the two.
What about you? Do you have a plan B?
Yes the wait is really annoying, but I fear it will be the same this year
- EU students only get the leftovers because of fee status :/
However, if you get an offer before march, let me know please!
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I'll definitley let you know! But you have to text me as well!
I heard that it is 1/3 EU, 1/3 Scottish and 1/3 international, I hope that is true but could also just be rumours.
I am going to take the TMS test (Test für medizinische Studiengänge), because my second choice is to study medicin in germany and you probably know that you have to have a 1.0 / 1.1 in order to get an offer.
But I think that I am also going to apply to some german unis for chemistry, although that would not be my first choice. One of the reasons why I choose to study abroad is that scottish unis offer a mix between chemistry and medicin- basically all I want
I am also taking psychology with neurosciences under consideration but the grades for this are also really high (about 1.3)
Original post by simone0110
I'll definitley let you know! But you have to text me as well!
I heard that it is 1/3 EU, 1/3 Scottish and 1/3 international, I hope that is true but could also just be rumours.
I am going to take the TMS test (Test für medizinische Studiengänge), because my second choice is to study medicin in germany and you probably know that you have to have a 1.0 / 1.1 in order to get an offer.
But I think that I am also going to apply to some german unis for chemistry, although that would not be my first choice. One of the reasons why I choose to study abroad is that scottish unis offer a mix between chemistry and medicin- basically all I want
I am also taking psychology with neurosciences under consideration but the grades for this are also really high (about 1.3)
I heard that it is 1/3 EU, 1/3 Scottish and 1/3 international, I hope that is true but could also just be rumours.
I am going to take the TMS test (Test für medizinische Studiengänge), because my second choice is to study medicin in germany and you probably know that you have to have a 1.0 / 1.1 in order to get an offer.
But I think that I am also going to apply to some german unis for chemistry, although that would not be my first choice. One of the reasons why I choose to study abroad is that scottish unis offer a mix between chemistry and medicin- basically all I want
I am also taking psychology with neurosciences under consideration but the grades for this are also really high (about 1.3)
Hey
The one third thing isn't the case (I'd say) since decisions are based on performance and not on nationality
But you've good grade and therefore chances are quite high for you to get into uni^^
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Hi everyone!
I'm a German applicant as well but I'm already holding an offer from LSE (for A&F). Does anyone know if there are special scholarships from Germany to support those studying abroad? ....I'v already looked at different websites but there doesn't seem to be much support for undergraduate courses...
I'm a German applicant as well but I'm already holding an offer from LSE (for A&F). Does anyone know if there are special scholarships from Germany to support those studying abroad? ....I'v already looked at different websites but there doesn't seem to be much support for undergraduate courses...
Original post by BlackSwan98
Hi everyone!
I'm a German applicant as well but I'm already holding an offer from LSE (for A&F). Does anyone know if there are special scholarships from Germany to support those studying abroad? ....I'v already looked at different websites but there doesn't seem to be much support for undergraduate courses...
I'm a German applicant as well but I'm already holding an offer from LSE (for A&F). Does anyone know if there are special scholarships from Germany to support those studying abroad? ....I'v already looked at different websites but there doesn't seem to be much support for undergraduate courses...
Hey there
Yeah, it's quite a problem. But you are eligible for a student loan from the British government since you're German.^^
The link below should lead you to some scholarships you can apply to.
http://www.e-fellows.net/Studium/Stipendien/Stipendien-Datenbank/Stipendium-suchen-finden/(page)/1?fundregion%5B0%5D=gro%C3%9Fbritannien+%2F+irland&studysubjectgroup=&studysubjectarea%5B0%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B1%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B2%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B3%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B4%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B5%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B6%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B7%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B8%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B9%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B10%5D=&studysubjectarea%5B11%5D=&phrasesearch=
Hope this might help you and congrats to your offer 🎉🎉👍🏼👊🏼🙏🏼👏🏼😃
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Original post by Nathanaelion
Cognitive Science in the Science and Engineering School.
The course is not really common, that's part of the reason why I am applying again to the same uni.
In Scotland it is the only uni offering it afaik and in Germany there are also only two, Tübingen and Osnabrück.
If I dont get in, I will probably go to one of the two.
What about you? Do you have a plan B?
Yes the wait is really annoying, but I fear it will be the same this year
- EU students only get the leftovers because of fee status :/
However, if you get an offer before march, let me know please!
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The course is not really common, that's part of the reason why I am applying again to the same uni.
In Scotland it is the only uni offering it afaik and in Germany there are also only two, Tübingen and Osnabrück.
If I dont get in, I will probably go to one of the two.
What about you? Do you have a plan B?
Yes the wait is really annoying, but I fear it will be the same this year
- EU students only get the leftovers because of fee status :/
However, if you get an offer before march, let me know please!
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Hey, I promised to let you know so here it is: Got declined today.
Best of luck for you though
Original post by simone0110
Hey, I promised to let you know so here it is: Got declined today.
Best of luck for you though
Best of luck for you though
Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry 😰
But I'm sure you will achieve what you want to achieve even if you don't go to a British uni.
🙏🏼👌🏼👊🏼I wish you all the best and an incredible time in Osnabrück or Tübingen!! 😉👊🏼🙏🏼👍🏼😃👏🏼👌🏼
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Original post by Nathanaelion
Tübingen/Osnabrück is my Plan B, and I have not yet been rejected. She was just quoting it
But I am sure OP gets what you mean.
Luckily, there are plenty of other study options for someone bound to achieve 1.2 in the Abitur
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But I am sure OP gets what you mean.
Luckily, there are plenty of other study options for someone bound to achieve 1.2 in the Abitur
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Oh my gosh.. now I'm terribly sorry... 🙈😂😂😜 I thought she might be quoting it to idk let us know who she is again.. 😂
Which at the moment sounded like the right things.. because she said that she got rejected and since you applied to just one uni I thought it's one person...
So sorry again 🙈
So anyway I hope you get accepted then^^ 👍🏼 and 1.2 is great 👏🏼🙏🏼😃
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Turns out you were not the only one. Got rejected just now, too. Wonder if they take in any German students this year.
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Oh god no I am so sorry to thear that. Also because of the grades? It is so hard do deal with the rejection, to be quite honest I am just waiting for the rejection from St. Andrews and when that happens...I don't know. I just was not expecting to be so sad about it.
Try to cuddle someone that you love, that helped for me personally. All my best whises go out to you!
Ich bin mittlerweile einfach so deprimiert von dem Zulassungssystem in Großbritannien, vorallem in Schottland. Alle Unis werben nach außen hin damit, dass sie ausländische Studenten herzlich Willkommen heißen aber allein wegen dem Geld wird man anscheinend nicht genommen, zumindest kommt es mir so vor. Schottische Schüler mit schon merklich schlechteren Noten (wenn man der Umrechnungstabelle im Internet glauben schenken will...) kommen in den Studiengang und man selbst mit vergleichbaren/ z.T. sogar besseren Noten wird abgelehnt...Natürlich ist der Konkurrenzdruck immens hoch aber dann die Nationalität entscheiden zu lassen fände ich nicht fair. Keine Ahnung ob das wirklich so stimmt aber zumindest wirkt es stark so auf mich, dass man als EU Bürger schnell den kürzeren ziehen kann.
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