Justus Liebig University Giessen | JLU

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Unlike many other educational systems at the tertiary level, study at German universities is not based on a tripartite structure (eg, B.A. or B.Sc.; then M.A. or M.Sc.; then Ph.D.). A period of basic or junior studies (at least 4 semesters) is normally completed with a so-called intermediate exam (a non-degree exam) and is followed by a phase of advanced or senior studies (at least 6 - 8 semesters). After these advanced studies, students then take their first degree examination in the form of their first state or university examinations. The next level of studies leads directly to the 揚romotion?(doctorate). There are only few possiblities for non-doctoral studies after the first degree, such as German as a Foreign Language as an extension of a first degree in German Language and Literature; Informatics as an extension of a first degree, mag. iuris as extension of law studies completed outside of Germany) Foreign applicants can be accepted as doctoral candidates only if the university degree(s) which they have obtained outside Germany can be judged as equivalent to a German academic qualification. This equivalence is determined by the "Promotionsausschuss" (Doctoral Committee of a faculty) upon application for admission. Justus Liebig University Giessen is a prestigious educational institution that is very respected in Germany, every year it manages to enter the ranks of the top 40 universities of the country. Justus Liebig University Giessen is a highly renowned educational institution in Germany and abroad. It is very proud of its long history and rich traditions. Justus Liebig University Giessen Is quite remarkable as it is among the best world universities. According to the specialists, «Life Sciences and Medicine» is the strongest program of the university and ranks 349 in the world.