West Coast University of Applied Sciences [FHW] Admissions: UG and PG Entry Requirements & Deadlines

The West Coast University of Applied Sciences is a type of private vocational university of higher education and research. The university’s student body comprises of 4,000 students in its undergraduate and 2,000 in its postgraduate and certificate courses. Currently, the university offers a limited number of undergraduate and graduate programs. Admissions take place in Summer and Winter seasons. It follows a semester-based academic system. International applicants are welcome to apply for both semesters.

1. The Student to faculty ratio is 15:1.
2. ERASMUS, PROMOS, Integra are the various scholarship programs organized in the university.
3. Applications are invited through online and offline mode. International applicants are advised to apply using the online application.
4. The average GPA score requirement for admission is 2.5

Highlights

West Coast University of Applied Sciences Admission Deadlines

The university invites admission applications in Summer and Winter. The admission deadlines for both the semesters are fixed. International applicants are advised to submit their admission applications before the following deadlines:

1. Summer Admissions: January 15
2. Winter Admissions: July 15

West Coast University of Applied Sciences Language Requirements

International applicants seeking admission at West Coast University of Applied Sciences are required to demonstrate proficiency in German and English language. The university has issued specific proficiency requirements for each language.

German Language Proficiency

Since the majority of the programs are taught in German, it is important for international applicants to have some knowledge of the language. For this, the university requires applicants to take a German language proficiency test.

*Applicants can check the university site for other acceptable German language tests

English Language Proficiency

International applicants who are required to submit proof of English language proficiency can do so by fulfilling the admission requirements of any one of the following exams:

University of West Coast of Applied Science Undergraduate Admissions

The university offers a limited number of undergraduate programs. The admission process and basic requirements for all the UG programs are the same. Applicants must check all the requirements before starting their applications. Some of the UG programs offered by the university are Business Psychology, Electrical and Information Engineering, International Tourism Management, and Management and Technology.

Where to Apply: Online Application

Application Fee: N/A

Admission Requirements: Applicants must provide the following necessary documents at the time of admission:

1. High School transcripts and other academic records
2. High School Proficiency Examination Certificate
3. Health Insurance Certificate
4. English/German Language Proficiency Certificate

West Coast University of Applied Sciences Postgraduate Admissions

For PG programs, the university considers applicants who have completed their undergraduate or diploma with competitive scores. Presently, the university offers only 4 PG programs- Automation Technology, Green Energy, Microelectronic Systems and International Tourism Management. The admission requirements for all the programs are similar.

Application Portal: Online Application

Application Fee: N/A

Admission Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree;
2. Minimum GPA of 2.5;
3. Official transcripts;
4. letters of recommendation;
5. ECTS Score:90
6. Health Insurance Certificate
7. ELP scores, as per program requirement

Visa Process for International Students

West Coast University gives admission to only those international students who qualify for a visa to study in Germany and get a student visa by the approval of the German Department of Visa and Migration. There are popularly 2 types of visa for education in Germany:

1. For programs whose duration is 3 months, applicants have to apply for a Schengen visa.
2. For programs whose duration is more than 3 months, applicants have to apply for a German national visa to study at the university.

For this, the students must submit the following:

1. Visa application fee – currently
2. Duly filled out and signed the national visa application form.
3. Your valid national passport.
4. Two photocopies of your passport.
5. Certificate of birth.
6. Recent passport-style photographs. (Up to 3).
7. Photocopies of previous German residence titles. (If applicable).
8. Previous Schengen visa.
9. Previous German resident permit(if available)
10. Copy of passport biodata page
11. Certificate of Enrolment or Letter of Offer
12. Evidence of sufficient funds
13. Evidence of health insurance cover
14. English proficiency test results
15. Criminal record check results
16. Four recent passport-sized photographs

To maintain a valid Student Visa, students should have a valid Confirmation of Enrolment. If the university rules are breached, the student visa might get cancelled. The admission process is made very easy for international students and the whole process from registering, application until enrolment, takes less than a month. For admission services the institute also provides the facility of contact persons.