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Study Bridge
 Studying in Germany

Would you like to study in Germany and have strong grades in STEM subjects? Then Studienbrücke is the perfect path to success for you! We provide targeted, practical preparation for studying in Germany—in terms of subject matter, language, and culture. You will learn about German teaching and learning culture, expand your skills, and benefit from study places at renowned universities.

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What is Study Bridge?

Study Bridge is an excellence program that prepares high school students and graduates with outstanding achievements in mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and technology (STEM subjects) and German language skills for studying in Germany.

Advantages

  • Direct access to study at a German partner university
  • Comprehensive preparation through language courses, exams (TestDaF, TestAS), specialized language courses, and intercultural training
  • Personal support from the Goethe-Institut throughout the entire program
  • Study places reserved at partner universities for successful participants
  • Attractive degree programs in STEM and economics
  • Simplified application process for admission to partner universities
  • Support from partner universities when starting your studies in Germany

  • Info Events

    Upcoming virtual information sessions together with Study Bridge alumni will be taking place on:

    February 24th, 2026: 8 pm EST
    March 26th, 2026: 8 pm EDT
    April 23rd, 2026: 8 pm EDT

    Please register to receive the Zoom link.

    Student Photo: Getty Images Photo: Getty Images

  • Testimonials

    Studying in Germany? Discover how young people experience the Study Bridge and life on an international campus.

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  • "Best country for international students"

    In The Study.EU Country Ranking 2018 for International Students Germany remains #1 before UK; France claims 3rd rank.

    Students © Syda Productions / Colourbox © Syda Productions / Colourbox

Program

The Study Bridge program has a modular design but follows a set learning progression. Participants should start with the module that matches their language skills. The placement takes place at the time of application through the Goethe-Institut. The Study Bridge also offers possible stipends to help partially or fully cover the costs of each module.

* All participants must pay an additional fee for adminstration and materials in the amount of 1,000.00 CAD. The costs above do not include travel costs to and from testing locations to take any of the required exams, travel costs to and from Germany as well as spending money for the stays in Germany. The Goethe-Institut does NOT cover any of the costs associated with applying for a visa or further studies in Germany.

Subjects

Our partner universities (in the federal states of North Rhine-Westphalia, Brandenburg and Thuringia) offer successful graduates of the Studienbrücke programme a wide range of undergraduate courses in the STEM subjects and economics, making a certain number of places available for them every year.

An overview of the partner universities' offers for the Studienbrücke can be found here:

Broschüre Partnerhochschulen (german)(PDF, 7 MB)

Requirements

High School students may apply to participate in the Study Bridge Program if they meet the following requirements:
  • highly motivated to study in Germany, demonstrated through a personal statement, participation in extracurricular activities (e.g. student Olympiads, competitions, as well as regional and international projects in STEM subjects)
  • completed 9th grade of high school at the time of application
  • in Canadian school system for the past six years at least
  • above-average academic achievements in STEM subjects
  • proof of German language skills (A1 level or higher)
  • written consent from the parents or legal guardians

Consent Form(DOCX, 63 KB)

University advice concept DAAD

The DAAD advises you on study and research opportunities as well as scholarships in Germany – unlike the Goethe-Institut, its focus is on individual support, university partnerships, and applying for DAAD scholarships.

DAAD Information Centre Toronto

Contact

  • Berit Bein

    Educational Outreach Coordinator
    If you are a resident of Ontario (except Greater Ottawa) or any of the provinces or territories of Canada not listed above

    Tel.: +1 (437)-219-6968
    berit.bein@goethe.de

    Berit Bein

Partner universities and partners

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