The project FIT4SukCESS at the University of Koblenz supports you as an international STEM-student (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) throughout your degree programme. The aim of the project is to make it easier for you to start your studies and transition into the regional labour market. This is not just about academic preparation, but also about your professional integration.
Even before you start your studies, you have the opportunity to prepare for your degree programme and your life in Germany, learn more about Koblenz and gain valuable insights in the university online. During your studies, we offer you various support services to help you settle in quickly and successfully launch your career in the region. The project is funded by the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) and organised in close cooperation between the International Relations Office (IRO) and the Interdisciplinary Career and Study Centre (IKaruS).
A special offer is the FIT4SukCESS Certificate which you can acquire during your studies. It consists of four modules: Preparation for studies, academic success, employability and integration into the labour market. With this certificate, you will further develop your professional, linguistic and interdisciplinary competences and thus improve your chances on the labour market.
Why the FIT4SukCESS Certificate is worth it
Optimise your studies skills: In Germany, studying is very self-determined, which is why it is very important to take advantage of offers that ensure academic success. You will improve your academic and professional skills, thus boosting your study success.
Make valuable contacts: Build up a network that will support you in your studies and later career entry - from other students to potential employers.
Improve your language skills: Knowledge of German is of great importance, especially if you want to stay, but also inside and outside the university. You will improve your German skills up to the level of B2 (C1 is also possible).
Personalized support for international success: Receive customized support to help you master all challenges - both during your studies and on your way to the career.
Fit for the German labour market: Prepare yourself for the demands of the labour market with us! Learn everything you need to know for applications and interviews and increase your chances on the labour market.
Set an example: Regional companies will be aware of your bonus qualification. With a recognized certificate, you not only expand your qualifications, but also give yourself a clear competitive advantage on the labour market (both regionally and internationally).
Certificate structure and requirements
MODULE 1 - Preparation for Studies (from Winter Semester 2025)
Mandatory:
Online Preparation Tool
Optional:
Consulting
MODULE 2 - Study success
Mandatory:
at least 3 Workshops on academic skills
at least 3 social integration events
Subject-(Language)tutorial
Optional:
further Workshops on academic skills
further social events
Mentoring program
Consulting
MODULE 3 - Employability
Mandatory:
at least two language courses (German courses for everyday language or Technical language courses)
at least 1 workshop to increase the employability
Optional:
further language courses
further workshops to increase the employability
MODULE 4 - Labour Market Integration
Mandatory:
at least 2 networking events
Optional:
further networking events
Alumni Buddy Program
Coaching&Consulting
Internship market
Application
The deadline for the summer semester 2025 has already expired. For students in the winter semester 2025/26, there will be a new application deadline for the winter cohort later in the year. The deadline will be published on this page and announced as part of the onboarding process.
Application requirements
To obtain the FIT4SukCESS Certificate, you must submit an application. The requirements for the application are:
Immatriculation at the University of Koblenz as an international student,
Willingness to participate in the mandatory workshops as part of the various modules.
Application documents
For your application you need the following Documents:
Letter of motivation (Why do you want to obtain the FIT4SukCESS Certificate and what career goals are you pursuing after your studies?)
Curriculum vitae
Transcript of Records or Bachelor certificate
Please upload the documents in PDF format to the application form.
Application deadlines and contact information
The deadline for the summer semester 2025 has already expired. For students in the winter semester 2025/26, there will be a new application deadline for the winter cohort later in the year. The deadline will be published on this page and announced as part of the onboarding process. Please contact us if you have any questions: fit4sukcess@uni-koblenz.de!
We will review all applications and get back to you within a few weeks with further steps and information regarding FIT-events, workshops and courses.
Module overview
A new cohort starts each semester, each with its own application deadline. The modules can be completed over the entire duration of your Master's degree, and the order in which they are completed does not matter, although module 1 can only be started with before you come to Koblenz.
Notice: If there are spare seats in the courses, you can also take advantage of the courses without participating in the certificate program.
Module 1: Preparation for Studies
The module “Preparation for Studies” supports you with the Online Preparation Tool and individual counselling to help you prepare for your studies in Germany. The aim is to give you a smooth start to your studies and valuable insights into life in Koblenz so that you are well prepared.
Online Preparation Tool
The Online Preparation Tool provides prospective and current international students with all the important information on admission requirements, the application process and the study structure at the University of Koblenz. You will also gain an insight into the subject content of the degree programs. You will also learn everything you need to know about living in Koblenz, from administrative steps before and after your arrival to tips for your everyday life in Koblenz
Participation: mandatory
Consulting
We will be happy to advise you individually and give you the opportunity to clarify your questions about studying at the University of Koblenz and life in Koblenz both from your home country and on site. This will enable you to prepare for your journey to Koblenz and the start of your studies in the best possible way.
Participation: optional
Module 2: Study Success
The module "Study Success" helps you to develop the skills you need to study successfully at the University of Koblenz. With workshops on interdisciplinary skills, language tutorials and social integration events, you will lay a solid foundation for your time at university. The mentoring program helps you to quickly find your feet in everyday student life and successfully complete your studies. The “Study Success” module uses various components to ensure a successful start to your studies at the University of Koblenz, the successful integration of international students and the development of their linguistic, subject-specific and interdisciplinary skills.
Workshops on interdisciplinary competences
In order to support your interdisciplinary competences and your academic success, we deal with various Workshops important topics. These include an introduction to the German higher education system, academic writing (including literature research and the development of topics), effective learning and working techniques, the successful writing of degrees and master's thesis, as well as self-management and time management.
Participation:
mandatory: at least 3 workshops on interdisciplinary competences
optional: further workshops on interdisciplinary competences
Subject, discipline, language tutorial
In the Subject, discipline (language) tutorial focuses on the bilingual delivery of German and English technical language. After successfully completing the tutorial, you will be able to communicate specialised topics in both English and German. Through the combined learning of specialised content and language, you will also be able to work on any gaps in your subject knowledge.
Participation: mandatory
Social integration events
Another important component is getting to know and networking with the University of Koblenz as well as the city and region. At events such as the "International Dinner", "Country and Theme Evenings" as well as trips and excursions, you have the opportunity to share your own culture and learn more about the region and the city at the same time. This allows you to settle in well both academically and socially in Koblenz and network with other students.
Participation:
mandatory: at least 3 social integration events
optional: further events on social integration
International Mentoring Program
In order to make it easier for you to start studying at the University of Koblenz, to familiarise yourself with everyday life in Germany and to promote the development of social contacts with students in higher terms, you will be supervised jointly by a German and an international student as part of the International Mentoring Program.
Participation: optional
Module 3: Employability
A survey of regional companies shows that international applications are often rejected due to a lack of or insufficient knowledge of German and a lack of employability skills. As part of the “Employability” module, you will improve your employability and prepare yourself specifically for the German job market. Through language courses (technical and everyday language) and various workshops that will increase your employability (e.g. Application Training), you will be prepared optimally for your career opportunities in Germany.
Intensive German courses for everyday language
During the lecture-free period, you have the opportunity to take a four-week Intensive course at the levels German A1.1, German A1.2, German A2.1 or German A2.2. The course comprises four teaching units per day and enables you to improve your language skills by half a level. This will enable you to deal confidently with the German language in everyday situations. After the intensive course, you have the opportunity to continue your language development in the existing semester language courses.
Participation:
mandatory: at least 2 courses on everyday or technical language German
optional: further language courses
German courses for technical language
In the STEM-disciplines, teaching is predominantly in English, but German is the working language in many companies. In the German courses for technical language you will learn how to use the technical terms you know in German and thus increase your chances on the labour market. The courses are based on CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) didactics and help you to further develop your specialised language skills in the fields of Natural Sciences, Mathematics / Natural Sciences and Computer Sciences.
Participation: s. Everyday German
Workshops to increase employability
In order to increase your employability and prepare you for the German labour market and the application process, we offer various workshops. These cover topics such as "Social Skills for the German Labour Market", "Application Training", "Application Portfolio Check" and "Simulated Job Interviews". This will help you prepare for your career in Germany
Participation:
mandatory: at least 1 workshop to increase employability
optional: additional workshops to increase employability
Modul 4: Labour Market Integration
By participating in various networking events with regional companies, an Alumni Mentoring Program and individual counselling formats offered by the Career Service of the University of Koblenz, you will receive the best possible support during the final phase of your studies and during your transition into the German job market.
Networking events
By participating in bilingual networking events such as taster days, company excursions, fireside evenings and guest lectures on specialised topics from regional companies, you can make valuable contacts with potential employers in the region during your studies. In addition to the already established career fairs, the focus is particularly on the individual needs of companies and students.
Participation:
obligatory: at least 2 networking events
optional: additional networking events
Alumni Mentoring Program
The Alumni Mentoring Program includes alumni who have stayed in Germany after their studies as well as those who are returning to their home country or moving to another country. In the mentoring part of the programme, alumni are "matched" with students who are pursuing similar career plans. This peer-to-peer networking eases your transition into professional life and provides valuable support on your career path.
Participation: optional
Coaching & Counselling
As an international student, you have the opportunity to take part in various counselling formats during the graduation phase to support you in decision-making processes and the development of your personal career path.
