Is the DMAT exam compulsory for German university applicants whose bachelor's degree is not yet complete?
No, the dMAT exam is not compulsory if your bachelors is incomplete and you apply for your APS certificate early. Three year degree students are exempt up to four semesters, and four year degree students are exempt up to six semesters, but waiting longer makes the exam mandatory.
No, you do not need to take the dMAT exam right now if your bachelors degree is still incomplete and you apply for your APS certificate before crossing the semester limit. Timing your APS application correctly is the key to skipping this exam entirely.
Exemption Limits by Degree Length
| Degree Type | Exempt If You Have Completed |
|---|---|
| 3 year bachelors | 4 semesters or fewer |
| 4 year bachelors | 6 semesters or fewer |
Who This Rule Actually Affects
- The dMAT applies only from the Summer 2027 intake onward for masters applicants.
- It targets students from engineering, business, management, commerce, economics or finance backgrounds.
- Waiting until after semester 5 or 7 to apply for APS makes the dMAT mandatory for you.
My Advice
If you are currently in your pre final year, start your APS certificate application now rather than waiting until your final semester, since that single decision determines whether you must sit the dMAT at all. Tell your counsellor your exact stream and semester count so they can lock in your exemption in time.
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