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Studienkolleg Mainz W-Kurs: Aufnahmetest

Studienkolleg der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz (ISSK)

For the W-Kurs at Studienkolleg der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz (ISSK), the entrance test (Aufnahmeprüfung) is: Mathematics (electronic test). Here is what the official pages say, and what they leave out.

At a glance

Subjects tested
Mathematics (electronic test)
Test time
Not published by the Kolleg
German level
B2, proven with a certificate when you apply (for example Goethe B2, TestDaF, DSH 1)
Calculator
Not published by the Kolleg
Retakes
Not published by the Kolleg
Does passing mean a place?
Not published by the Kolleg
Fee
No tuition fees.
Test dates
In Mainz and at selected locations abroad.

In Mainz, German is proven with a certificate at application; the entrance test itself is an electronic subject test.

What the test contains

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  1. 1. x + 2y = 19 2x + 3y = 30 Find x.

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    Answer: 3

    Scale one equation so a coefficient matches, subtract to eliminate, back-substitute.

    Eliminate one variable, solve for the other, substitute back.

  2. 2. Solve for x: 10ˣ = 1000

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    Answer: 3

    Write the right side as a power of the same base, then match exponents.

    1000 = 10³, so x = 3.

  3. 3. Solve for x: 2(x − 1) − 4 = x + 3

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    Answer: 9

    Expand, collect x-terms on one side, constants on the other, divide.

    Expand: 2x − 2 − 4 = x + 3, then isolate x.

Official sample tests

Questions about this test

What does the Studienkolleg Mainz W-Kurs Aufnahmetest cover?+

Mathematics (electronic test): Electronic subject test in maths. The Kolleg offers electronic sample tests.

How long is the test?+

In Mainz, German is proven with a certificate at application; the entrance test itself is an electronic subject test.

Can I use a calculator?+

The Kolleg does not publish this. If it matters for you, ask the Kolleg directly.

Can I retake the test?+

The Kolleg does not publish this. If it matters for you, ask the Kolleg directly.

Does passing guarantee a place?+

The Kolleg does not publish this. If it matters for you, ask the Kolleg directly.

Sources

Checked against the official pages on 1 November 2026. Formats change: always confirm on the Kolleg's own site before your test.

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