What eligibility requirements, including APS and dMAT, should I check for a Winter Intake Masters in Germany?
Eligibility for a Winter Intake Masters in Germany depends on your course and Bachelor's degree. Check subjects, grades, ECTS credits, language scores, whether you need APS verification and whether the current dMAT rule applies. Some courses also ask for internships, work experience or tests.
Your eligibility for the Winter Intake depends mainly on the Masters course and your earlier Bachelor's degree. German universities can differ on subjects, grades, ECTS credits and language scores. You also need to check APS and, where applicable, the current dMAT requirement.
Requirements to Check
| Requirement | What to check |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | Whether it meets the academic requirements of the chosen course |
| Relevant subjects | Some courses need specific subjects or credits |
| Academic grades | The minimum grade or CGPA the university asks for |
| ECTS credits | Some courses ask for set credits in areas like Maths, Computer Science or Engineering |
| English or German | IELTS, TOEFL or German proof, if required |
| APS certificate | Whether APS verification applies to your academic background |
| dMAT | Whether the current dMAT rule applies to your application |
| Additional requirements | Internships, work experience, tests or other documents for some courses |
Comparing Yourself to the Course
There is no single eligibility rule for every applicant. Compare your degree, subjects, grades and language score with the exact requirements of your chosen programme before you submit.
My Advice
List your shortlisted courses in a sheet and tick each requirement against your profile. Start APS and language tests early, because these steps can take time and may decide whether you can apply.
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