FAQ: Master's Applications

FAQ: Applying for a Master’s programme (PDF)

Frequently asked questions about the online application for Master's degree programs

Directly via the relevant course website: Overview of Master's degree programs

Computational Science and Engineering:
Online enrolment via the application portal of the University of Ulm.

Winter semester from mid-April/beginning of May.
Summer semester from the beginning of November.

You can find more information on the application deadlines on the page Master's application.
Please note that the deadlines mentioned are cut-off deadlines, i.e. documents submitted later can no longer be considered.

A university degree or equivalent qualification requiring at least 210 ECTS credits. Alternatively, a university degree with 180 ECTS credits and a commitment to earn the remaining ECTS credits from the THU’s bachelor’s program during the master’s program.

The university degree may be earned at a German or foreign university. Foreign degrees must be evaluated by the Studienkolleg Konstanz .
(Further information for international applicants can be found under point 10.)

German citizens with a degree from abroad should contact the
Central Office for Foreign Educational Pathways
Graurheindorfer Straße 157
53117 Bonn
www.kmk.org/zab
Phone: 0228-501-777
Your diploma must be assessed for equivalence and recognized before you can participate in the admissions process.

Depending on your chosen area of study, you must demonstrate in-depth knowledge and skills.

  • Electrical Energy Systems & Electromobility: Extensive knowledge (at least 60 ECTS credits) in the fields of electrical engineering, information technology, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, mechatronics, medical technology, or energy systems.
  • M.Eng. in Vehicle Mechatronics: Extensive knowledge (at least 60 ECTS credits) in the fields of automotive engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, information technology, or energy systems.
  • M.Eng. Mechanical Engineering: Extensive knowledge (at least 60 ECTS credits) in the field of mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, mechatronics, or comparable engineering programs.
  • Medical Devices – Research & Development: Extensive knowledge (at least 60 ECTS credits) in the field of medical technology. For a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or mechatronics, at least 40 ECTS credits must be in the field of “medical technology.” In this case, the missing knowledge must be acquired during the bachelor’s program at THU.
  • Intelligent Systems: Extensive knowledge (at least 60 ECTS credits) in the field of computer science,
  • Electrical Engineering: Extensive knowledge (at least 60 ECTS credits) in the field of electrical and information technology,
  • Industrial Engineering: Extensive knowledge (at least 60 ECTS credits) in the fields of production engineering, production organization, and mechanical engineering, as well as basic knowledge (at least 20 ECTS credits) in the fields of operations research, management, and law
  • Mechanical Engineering: Extensive knowledge (at least 60 ECTS credits) in the field of mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, or mechatronics.
  • Energy Research and Digital Transformation: Anabove-average degree in a technology-oriented, economics-, mathematics-, or natural sciences-related field of study.

1) Section 6(3) of the THU Statutes on Admission and Student Status

For all German-language degree programs, language skills must be proven by a German university entrance qualification or a German university degree; proof of language level B2 in English is also required. For foreign applicants, knowledge of level DSH-2 or 3 / TestDaF 4 / telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule / Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom C1 (GDS) (see point 10) is required.

For degree programs taught in English, proof of language level B2 must be provided by

  • the higher education entrance qualification from all German federal states, if level B2 is expressly certified therein,
  • an English-language degree program with at least 60 ECTS credits
  • University entrance qualifications from English-speaking schools
  • TOEFL IBT (min. 79 points), IELTS 6.0 and higher, Cambridge Certificate (160 - 180 points, B2first, Grade B)

Ulm University of Applied Sciences does not currently offer any part-time Master's degree programs. However, you can study on an individual part-time basis.

In this form of study, the lectures of the two semesters are spread over four semesters. In this case, the standard period of study specified in Section 3 (1) of the current study and examination regulations for Master's degree programs is extended by two semesters.

You decide which lectures you attend at the beginning of each semester based on the lecture plan. When selecting courses, you must ensure that there are courses that are only offered in the summer or winter semester.

The thesis must be written within one semester; the processing time of six months cannot be split up.

Individual part-time study must be applied for in writing at the beginning of the semester.

If you have not yet completed your university studies at the time of application, we require a current transcript of records or the "Certificate of Application for a Master's Place". You can find the form on the page Study organization under the tab "Study procedures and forms/Applications and forms".

You can dispense with the certificate if your university issues its own certificate or a transcript of records with the following criteria:

  • current grade point average and ECTS score

The admissions committee can recommend you for admission if it can be expected that you will complete your Bachelor's degree in time for the start of lectures based on your previous course of study and examination results.

You must submit your Bachelor's certificate immediately upon receipt or upload it to the THU application portal.
The certificate must be submitted immediately upon receipt (master@thu.de).

You have the opportunity to submit up to three applications in one application process.

  • The university degree certificate. (If you have not yet completed your studies, see point 7),
  • a letter of motivation of one to two DIN A4 pages,
  • Proof of completed vocational training, if applicable,


Foreign students:

You can submit further documents within the specified deadline.

Information for applicants from abroad:
Applicants from abroad must meet the same admission requirements as German applicants. A prerequisite for the application is that your school-leaving certificate from the Studienkolleg Konstanz
Please note: The recognition of your degree must be part of your application. Unfortunately, you cannot participate in the admission procedure without this recognition.

Please apply for this certificate before you apply to us.

Information and the application for recognition can be obtained from the Studienkolleg Konstanz
In addition, you will need proof of your German language skills (DSH-2 or 3 / TestDaF 4 / Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom C1 (GDS)/telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule) 2) for the German-language Master's degree programs.

If you obtained your first university degree in Germany , you do not need a certificate from the Studienkolleg. Proof of German language skills only needs to be submitted if the lectures were not held in German.

Applicants from China:
You first need the APS certificate. Then you must have your Bachelor's certificate confirmed by the Studienkolleg Konstanz.

Akademische Prüfstelle
Kulturreferat der Deutschen Botschaft Peking
DRC Building D1, 1302
19 Dongfang Donglu, Chaoyang District
100600 Beijing

The APS certificate is not required if you have already obtained a university degree at a German university.
2) Selection regulations for Master's degree programs

The allocation of study places in a Master's degree program(M. Sc. Intelligent Systems) is determined by an aptitude assessment procedure in which applicants must take part in an interview. The invitation is based on the average grade of the previous university degree, so that the better applicants are invited.

If you are selected, you will receive an invitation at least one week before the interview. Depending on the semester, the interviews will take place approximately three weeks after the application deadline at THU. In individual cases, they may take place as a video conference after approval by the Admissions Committee.

You can think of the interview as a job interview. Based on the letter of motivation, it should show whether you are qualified and open-minded for the Master's program. The interview will focus on your interest in the subject area as well as your professional and academic aptitude. The focus is also on the way you express yourself, the coherence of your argumentation and your approach to discussing problems.

The interview is recorded and evaluated. The grade of the interview and that of your university degree / average grade achieved to date each make up 50% of the ranking grade for admission. Only the first decimal place after the decimal point is taken into account. In the event of a tie, the decision is made by lot.

Example: University degree 1.9

Selection interview 1.3

3,2 : 2

Ranking grade 1.6


2) For more information on the relevant aptitude assessment procedures, see the selection regulations for Master's degree programs

Subsequent consideration is only possible if you have taken part in the admission procedure. Should you move up, you will receive further information via the applicant portal
.

Information on the current contributions and fees can be found here.

The amount must be paid within the enrollment period specified in the letter of admission. Please note that it will take a few days for the amount to be debited from your account.

Please also make sure that you have sufficient funds in your account, otherwise additional fees will be charged.