How can I apply for a uni-assist VPD for a preparation year program that is not listed on the uni-assist portal?
If your preparation year program is not listed on uni-assist, select your university and choose the all subjects option instead of searching for the specific course. Uni-assist evaluates only your school leaving certificate for eligibility, so upload transcripts and note your intended program in the questionnaire.
When your preparation year program does not appear in uni-assist's search, you do not need a special process, you just apply under the all subjects option for your chosen university instead. Uni-assist is only checking your general eligibility, not your specific course name.
Step By Step Application
| Step | What To Do |
|---|---|
| Search | Select your university and semester, skip the course name |
| Choose option | Pick all subjects or the bachelor and prep school option |
| Add detail | Type your intended preparation program in the questionnaire |
| Submit | Upload transcripts and pay the standard handling fee |
What Happens After You Apply
- Uni-assist evaluates your school leaving certificate and converts your grades to determine your general higher education entrance qualification.
- Processing typically takes around 4 to 6 weeks before your VPD certificate is issued.
- You then submit that VPD directly to the university's own preparation program or Studienkolleg office before its deadline.
My Advice
Do not wait on the course search to list your specific program, since a general VPD works for it anyway. Apply under the all subjects option now, and calendar the university's own preparation program deadline separately, since uni-assist's certificate alone does not secure your seat.
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