Language requirements
A profound level of the English language is required. For this specialization a level corresponding to the level B2 of the Common
European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is necessary.An adequate knowledge of English must be proven by non-native speakers of English who have
not acquired their higher education entrance qualification at an English-language institution. The following certificates are recognized:
- Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) „Internet-based” Test (IBT) with a score of at least 90 points
- IELTS-Test with a score of at least 5.5
- Cambridge Test – Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
- First Certificate in English (FCE) with a grade of at least B
- A certificate, certifying English skills at the B2 level of the Common European Frame of Reference for Languages, (CEFR). This certificate can
be a German Abitur certificate, where it is clear that a student completed English till the end of Qualification Phase 1 – that is grade 11 for
the G8 Abitur, otherwise grade 12 – and completed the subject with a least sufficient performance.
- Placement test of the RWTH Aachen Language Center at the B2 level, that is MK 7 Important Information: This language certificate can only be
obtained by individuals, who are already enrolled as students at RWTH Aachen
A profound level of the German language is not required. However, it is recommended to have basic knowledge (level A1) of the German language. If no
basic knowledge of the German language is available, it is possible to take part in a
German language course at the RWTH, which can be
credited (3 CP) for the studies.
If a German course is taken, the course fees for the German language course expire, because the achieved ECTS CP (3 CP) can be credited for the course of study.
Accordingly, the German course is free of charge for international RSE students.