der Studienplatz
Translation
university place, spot at a university, college admission slot
Examples
Er hat einen Studienplatz in Medizin bekommen.
He got a university place in medicine.
Sie bewirbt sich um einen Studienplatz.
She is applying for a spot at a university.
Grammar Patterns
to apply ((for sth.)) sich um einen Studienplatz bewerben
Similar Words
Zulassung (admission), Immatrikulation (matriculation)
Etymology
A compound of 'Studien' (studies) and 'Platz' (place/spot). It literally translates to a 'place for studies'.
Memory Tips
Visualize a specific 'spot' (Platz) reserved for you at a university to pursue your 'studies'.