DSH exam at TU Kaiserslautern

You can apply for admission to TU Kaiserslautern with skill level B1. However, that covers only about half of the German skills you will need to master before you begin your studies. Prior to the start of your degree program you must take the DSH exam and achieve a minimum rating of DSH-2.

What must I do to take the DSH exam at TU Kaiserslautern?

• Apply for enrollment in a degree program at TU Kaiserslautern.
• Prior to the written DSH exam, there is an oral placement test. The exact dates will be posted on the internet a few days in advance of the test.
• Depending on the evaluation of your placement test, there are three possible outcomes:
  • 67% to 100% of the points: You can take the DSH exam
  • 33% to 66% of the points: You cannot take the DSH exam, but you can enroll for the DSH course. You can register as a student at TU Kaiserslautern for this course.
  • Less than 33% of the points: You must repeat the level B-1 course. You cannot register as a student at TU Kaiserslautern this semester.
• If you achieve an overall rating of DSH-2 or DSH-3 on this exam, you can start your course of study immediately. If you do not achieve a lower score, you can still enroll and must attend the DSH course.

The DSH exam is based on the nationally recognized DSH framework of the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs (KMK). This is available for review at the International Office.

I want to study at TU Kaiserslautern, but  I do not have a DSH or a TestDaF certificate. What can I do?

Enclosed with your letter of acceptance, you will receive a registration form for the placement test and the DSH exam. Complete this form and return it to us at the address shown above.