DAES International
Type of training
- Day class
- 1st year: 36 weeks
- 2nd year: 32 weeks
- Diploma granting access to higher education (Diplôme d’accès aux études supérieures)
Who is it for?
- Students having difficulties with languages taught in the Luxembourgish school system and wanting to access higher education
Subjects
- Languages
- Mathematics
- Natural sciences
- Humanities and social sciences
Who is this class for ?
DAES International is a class entirely in English for adults who wish to obtain access to higher education or better access to the labour market. The DAES is recognised as a third official diploma besides the Luxembourgish secondary school leaving diplomas.
What does this class consist of ?
DAES covers the areas of study defined in the organisation of the final cycle of study in secondary education in Luxembourg. Each area of study is organised in modules. The curriculum comprises English, French for higher education, applied mathematics, one subject in natural sciences and at least one subject in humanities and social sciences.
To enter this programme, sufficient English- and French-language skills are needed. Applicants who submit verified language skills in English equivalent to CEFR Level B1.2/B2 and in French equivalent to CEFR Level B1.1/B1.2 will be given priority during the selection process. Selection is based on the application documents and a personal interview with each candidate.
In this programme, students are in regular contact with a teacher-tutor who accompany them in their personal and academic or professional project.
The teaching sessions take place five days a week. The student will have to attend classes regularly. An absence rate of more than 10% may lead to the termination of the contract with school.
Is this class suitable for you?
Admission requirements
To be eligible to take the DAES programme applicants must meet one of the following conditions:
- Be at least 20 years old on the 1st of September of the current year or;
- Provide proof of having worked for a minimum of 12 months or;
- Have left initial training at least two years ago.
For admission to preparatory class (year 1)
The applicant must meet one of the following conditions:
- Successful completion of a 3e of classical secondary education;
- Successful completion of a 3e of general secondary education (former 11e);
- Holder of a certificate of technical and vocational aptitude, or a vocational aptitude diploma.
- Have a Luxembourgish recognition of an equivalent diploma.
A candidate who wishes to be admitted to this course without meeting one of the above-mentioned conditions must take the admission tests in French, English and mathematics.
In order to give candidates an idea of the requirements for preparatory class of DAES – Diplôme d’Accès aux Etudes Supérieures, the admission tests in English, French and mathematics of the last few years are published here.
Please prepare the following documents (PDF) for registration (these are not yet required for registration for the entrance exams):
- Cover letter
- CV
- Identity card
- Membership certificate (Social Security)
- Report card for the last class successfully completed
- Official recognition of a foreign qualification (where applicable)
- Email from ENAD confirming successful completion of the entrance examinations (where applicable)
To qualify for this programme, sufficient language skills in English as well as in French are needed.
Registration for the 2026/2027 academic year begins on 15 April 2026 and ends on 1 July 2026. Registration for candidates who have to sit the entrance exams is now closed.
For admission to final year (year 2)
The applicant must meet one of the following conditions:
- Successful completion of the DAES preparatory class ;
- Successful completion of a class of a 2e of classical secondary education ;
- Successful completion of a 2e of general secondary education (former 12e);
- Master craftsman’s diploma ;
- Technician’s diploma.
- Have a Luxembourgish recognition of an equivalent diploma
Please prepare the following documents (PDF) for registration:
- Cover letter
- CV
- Identity card
- Membership certificate (Social Security)
- Report card for the last class successfully completed
- Official recognition of a foreign qualification (where applicable)
Registration for the final year of 2026/2027 begins on 15 April 2026 and ends on 1 July 2026.
Prepare your application
Deadlines and admission procedures
Application deadlines for the DAES International programme
Candidates wishing to enrol in DAES International and who meet the conditions stipulated by Article 5 of the Grand-Ducal Regulation on the organisation of preparatory modules giving access to higher education within the framework of adult education must submit a complete digital application file using the digital forms on this page.
Admission procedure for DAES International preparatory and final year:
The letter of motivation that each student has to submit gives information on the reasons for applying to the programme as well as a concrete professional and/or academic project after the DAES programme (minimum 500 words) – without these elements, your application file will not be accepted.
The DAES team, in agreement with the school management, selects students based on their application and the interview that each student will have. At the end of July, the first students are notified whether they are accepted, on a waiting list or refused. A final selection will be communicated at the end of August/beginning of September.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
If you have any questions, please contact the DAES team: daes@enad.lu
Registration for the 2026/2027 academic year begins on 15 April 2026 and ends on 1 July 2026. Registration for candidates who have to sit the entrance exams is now closed.
