The processing and service center for in­ter­na­tio­nal student applications, uni-assist, checks on behalf of TU Dort­mund University whether foreign educational certificates correspond to the level of a German Master entrance qualification (Masterzugangs­berechtigung, MZB) and then calculates the MZB grade.

In preparation for an application via the processing and service center for in­ter­na­tio­nal student applications,uni-assist, prospective students have to register in the online portal "My assist". After successful registration, online applications can be created and submitted for any desired degree program. All documents which are relevant for the application procedures must be uploaded to the application. It is not necessary to send these documents by post.

Please use this checklist to find out about the documents required for your application. Your complete documents must reach uni-assist before the application deadline. However, we recommend that you apply as early as possible. Only this allows some room for a subsequent or later delivery of any missing documents!

Mandatory Documents to Be Submitted

• Highest school leaving certificate
• Subject and grade overview of the highest school leaving certificate
• Subject and grade overviews of your studies
• certificate of completion of studies
• Information on the grading system of your­ university
• Sworn translations of all documents in German or English
• additional country specific documents

Additional Mandatory Documents to Be Submitted if These Have Been Acquired

• Certificate of the assessment test (Feststellungsprüfung)
• Proof of successfully passed university entrance examination
• Highest proof of your German language skills
• In case of name change: Certificate of the name change

Additional Mandatory Documents for Applicants from China, Vietnam or India (India: as of application for the Winter semester 2023/2024)

• APS Certificate
• Group APS are ­only accepted if they are­ specifically issued for TU­ Dort­mund University.

Additional Mandatory Documents for­ Students from Pakistan

• HEC Attestation Stamp on the subject and grade overviews of the previous studies and the degree

Degree Program-Specific Documents

• Please submit documents specific to your degree program with your application.

[In alphabetical order]

Advanced Methods in Particle Physics (IMAPP)

• Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

Architecture and Urban Planning

• Portfolio max. 10 pages A4 printed on both sides
• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of motivation

Automation and Robotics

• Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

Chemical Biology

• Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

Chemistry

• Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

Civil Engineering

• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of motivation

Cultural Analysis and Cultural Intermediation

• Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

Data Science

• Module Manuals
• Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
• In order to prove the special functional qualification, a statistical report must be prepared and submitted with the application. The task and further instructions can be found in this document: task for the report. The prepared report must be submitted together with the other application documents.
• The Self-Disclosure self-disclosure must be filled in. Please pay special attention to sign the document 2 times at the end.
• Proof that the online self-assessment test has been carried out. Please note that the final score of the self-assessment test has no influence on your admission. Confirmation of participation in the self-assessment test is made via the self-disclosure document.
• Detailed information and the online self-assessment test can be found on the website of the Department.

Econometrics

• Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
• Proof of successful completion of the online self-assessment test.
• An essay (Academic CV) on the academic background in view of the pursued master program on Econometrics.
• Detailed information and a template for the Academic CV as well as the online self-assessment test can be found on the program website.
• Please note: It is necessary for the application documents to contain the proof of participation in the online self-assessment to reflect your own level of knowledge and the professional requirements of the Master's degree program in Econometrics. However, the result of the test has no influence on a possible admission decision. 

Economics and Journalism

• Proof of very good knowledge of the German language, for example through the German Language Test for University Admission of Foreign Study Applicants (DSH-2) or equivalent certified training in the German language.
• Please note: These are the minimum requirements for the knowledge of the German language necessary for the successful completion of studies. Especially for the successful completion of the required editorial internships, a knowledge of the German language beyond the previously mentioned credentials is strongly recommended. A high degree of willingness on the part of the applicants to continuously improve their existing language skills through appropriate further education and training courses is assumed.

Empirical Multilingualism

• In addition to German language skills which are sufficient for the admission to university, English language skills at level B2 and knowledge of another language at level B1 must be proven. Please note that not all certificates are accepted. Detailed information on officially recognized certificates can be found on the website of the degree program

Journalism

• Proof of sufficient professional journalistic work experience, e.g. in form of a completed editorial traineeship (so-called Volontariat), either with a duration of 12 months in parallel to the Bachelor's degree program or 24 months.

Manufacturing Technology

• Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of motivation
• Three letters of recommendation
• If available: Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
• Further information on the required documents

Philosophy and Political Science

• Personal cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of motivation

Process Systems Engineering

• Proof of competencies in the English language
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of motivation
• Two letters of recommendation
• Further information on the required documents

Real Estate and Construction Management

• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of motivation

Religion, Ethics and Politics

• Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
• Tabular CV
• Examination Task
• Self-disclosure
• Further information on the required documents

Science Journalism

• Proof of at least 12 months of professional journalistic work experience (so-called Volontariat)

Processing costs are incurred for the examination of your application documents by uni-assist.

Here you can find information on the current processing times of uni-assist. After delivery of the application to TU Dortmund University, the content-related aspects of the admission requirements have to be checked as well. This also takes some time. Therefore, please submit your application to uni-assist as early as possible.