# Applying to study in Germany: your roadmap to summer semester 2027
We will walk you through the different application routes, including uni-assist, VPD, and direct university portals, break down the exact documents you need to prep, and map out a simple month-by-month timeline leading up to the Summer Semester 2027. You’ll walk away with total clarity on what to tackle in October, November, and beyond.

## What you will get out of this session:

- the key differences between uni-assist, Preliminary Documentation (VPD), and direct university applications, and how to know which one you need.
- what documents you need to gather, certify, and translate to ensure a stress-free submission.
- a clear timeline mapping out your preparation milestones from today through to your programme's start date.
- what specific actions to prioritize in October, November, and the months ahead to stay ahead of deadlines.