To begin the application process for the MSc programs, you will need to submit the completed online application form and all necessary documents as PDF files in original language. Please note that any documents issued in a language other than German or English must be submitted accompanied by a certified translation. Check the legibility of your PDF files before submitting the application.

Required documents (as PDF files, max. size: 2 MB each upload):

• If you have already completed your relevant first degree program: Degree certificate

• Official transcripts of all courses passed within the relevant first degree program, including grades, weekly hours and/or ECTS credits or credits. Please read carefully through our Information about evaluation

• Information provided by your university about the legally required duration of the program and the number of ECTS credits or credits or weekly hours required for the completion of the program (e.g. Diploma Supplement or confirmation issued by your university, WU students are not required to provide this information).

• Official confirmation indicating all courses you still have to pass for completion of the program. The confirmation has to indicate the weekly hours and/or ECTS credits or credits required for each course (for WU students not required)

• Proof of adequate competence in English

• Passport (only the page with your personal information)

• In case of change of name after completion of the first degree program: the document proofing this change (e.g. marriage certificate)

• Curriculum vitae in English

• Statement of motivation in English

• In addition to the application documents, applicants who specified a preference for the Science Track in the online application form are required to submit an extended abstract or exposé of their bachelor’s thesis in English (800 words maximum) and a bibliography in PDF format

If you fulfill the requirements, your application will be forwarded to a panel of experts. They will determine your aptitude for the program based on the documents submitted.

The applicants with the highest total aptitude ratings will be offered admission to the program selected as their first or highest preference. To claim your place, you must confirm the admission offer in writing and pay the admission deposit in the amount of € 200 within 10 days. Any offers that are not confirmed within 10 days, both by sending a written confirmation and paying the deposit, will be withdrawn. After the last available priority deadline, they will be offered to the next candidate on the waiting list.

If you accept the admission offer and pay the admission deposit, you will receive an admission confirmation.

Online application tool

(available during the application period)