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We are pleased that you have decided to pursue a master's degree at the University of Potsdam!
If you apply for a master's degree program, we will review whether your professional qualifications fulfill the requirements for master's studies in your chosen program. An application must be submitted for consecutive master's degree programs, regardless of whether they are with or without admission restrictions.
In our course catalogue you can check if your desired master’s program is admission-restricted. Please note that you can apply for some degree programs only either for the summer or the winter semester. Please review the course catalogue to see whether it is possible to submit an application for a first semester in your desired master’s program for the winter and/or summer.
If you are or have already been enrolled in thesame or a similar master's degree program at the University of Potsdam or another degree-granting institution, then you must first submit an Application for Recognition of Previous Academic Credentials to the relevant examining boards . For placement into an advanced semester of study, please apply to the relevant examining board.
We recommend you also have a look at our FAQ page specifically the section on Transfer to the University of Potsdam and Change of Degree Program.
Admission process for the summer semester 2023
Applications for the following master's degree programs will have to be submitted via the Studienplatzportal of the University of Potsdam:
MSc Astrophysics
MA Germanisitik
MA Linguistik im Kontext: Erwerb - Kommunikation - Mehrsprachigkeit
MSc Mathematics
MA Philosophie
MSc Physik
MA Soziologie
In accordance with § 2 Section 2 of the General Entrance and Admission Regulations for Master’s Degree Programs not Related to Teacher Education at the University of Potsdam, the senate comission for teaching and learning has not transferred the responsibility of the admission procedure summer semester 2023 for the master's degree program specified above to the respective Examining Board.
For all other consecutive master’s degree programs not related to teacher education at the University of Potsdam applications have to be submitted via uni-assist e.V.
Online applications for our master’s degree programs are only possible within the subject-specific application deadlines. The list of the master’s degrees offered at the University of Potsdam is activated on April 01 for the winter semester and on November 01 for the summer semester. To find out what are the specific application deadlines, please consult the list of the master’s degree programs.
The application deadlines are limitation periods and mandatory. Your application must be received by uni-assist in the required form by the application deadline. The date and and timestamp of submission of your online application form is determinative.
After the deadline has passed, it is no longer possible to submit an application or to submit additional documents.
You do not incur any handling fees when applying for a master’s degree at the University of Potsdam via uni-assist
Preparation: Get information about the general and subject-specific admission requirements of your desired master’s degree program on our website Paths to the Master’s Degree.
Step 1: Create your application account at uni-assist e.V.
Register for the uni-assist portal and answer the basic questions. Please note that you must enter a current address for the postal delivery of decision notices to you!
Step 2: Apply online via uni-assist e.V.
You can find and select your preferred master's program via the search function. Use the list to get to the online form. Please follow the instructions and send your online application form electronically to uni-assist. You can upload your application supporting documents such as a transcript of records or proof of language proficiency as detailed under point 3 of this page in the designated upload areas of your online application form.
You submit your online application by sending your online application form to uni-assist e.V. via their payment function. You will not be charged processing fees.
Please note that in order for your application to be considered submitted in time, you need to have sumbitted your online application form plus all required supporting documents (see point 3. Application Documents) by the end of the application deadline 11:59 PM CET/CEST. The date and timestamp of your submission is determinative.
Step 3: Adding missing or additional documents via your uni-assist e.V. account
If you like to add new application supporting documents such as an updated transcript of records, you can add them via your personal documents folder of your uni-assist account after you submitted your online application form. They will be processed by uni-assist e.V. accordingly.
Note that application supporting documents can only be considered which were uploaded by the end of the application deadline 11:59
PM CET/CEST. The date of the upload and timestamp is determinative.
Please make sure to not send applications and supporting documents directly to the University of Potsdam. Applications directly submitted to the University of Potsdam by post or via email will not be processed and not be considered.
No documents need to be send via post to uni-assist e.V. All required documents must only be uploaded as a pdf.
What happens next? You submitted your online application and all other supporting documents in the required format ? Then we recommend you consult our page Paths to the Master's Degree to learn about how your application will be processed and approximately when you will receive a response.
When you apply for a first semester, the following documents must be submitted as pdf or scan via your online application form or via your personal documents folder of your uni-assist account:
1. Graduation certificate from your first degree: a pdf or scan (it does not need to be notarized) of your German- or English-language graduation certificate from your first degree(e.g. Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Diplom, Magister).
Even if documentation of your first professional qualification is not yet available by the admission application deadline, you can still apply for admission. At the time of application, we require at least the following credit point information with a transcript of records (it does not need to be notarized) that you attained up to this point in time:
If your graduation or preliminary certificate is in a language other than German or English, then you must submit a German or English translation certified by a sworn translator, along with a simple copy of this document.
2. Diploma Supplement: a pdf or scan of the diploma supplement or other relevant documentation from your university regarding all coursework completed for your first professional degree. You may also submit the module manual or the study and examination regulations of your degree program to evidence your qualification. If this coursework was completed at an institution of higher education other than the University of Potsdam, then this proof must include information regarding the credit points, form, content, and the examination modalities.
3. If applicable, a placement notification for the first semester. In order to learn more about the placement notification and under what circumstances it is necessary we recommend you read the section Application Documents and Transfer to the University of Potsdam and Change of Degree Program of our Frequently Asked Questions page.
4. Please consult the following overview below to determine which additional documents you need to upload as pdf or scan to your uni-assist e.V. application account and which application deadlines apply to your master’s program.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
Ther Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
(2) Applicants who are not Germans: Proof of German language proficiency I at least C1 (CEFR).
(3) A letter of motivation written in German, Italian or English (max. 5000 characters)
(4) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(5) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(6) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(7) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(8) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(9) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(11) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Angewandte Kulturwissenschaft und Kultursemiotik). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
(2) A letter of motivation with a maximum of 5000 characters
(3) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(4) Documentation of citizenship, if applicable (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(5) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(6) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(7) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(8) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Applications for the master's degree program Astrophysics Winter semester 2022/23 intake will have to be submitted via the Admissions Portal of the University of Potsdam. You can find tetailed information on the application process on this page.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(3) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based.
(4) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(5) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(6) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(7) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(8) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) Documentation regardind ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable.
In-depth informationen about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission requirements (German version: Betriebswirtschaftslehre). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Bildungswissenschaft). Information about its content and structure of this master's degree program can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
Please note that applicants have to show proof of knowledge in molecular biology and biochemistry totaling at least 60 CP. The minimum CP of 60 are usually demonstrated with a transcript of records or other academic records.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documents:
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(1) A summary of module exams you have taken
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Chemie). Information about the content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instrution: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
(2) Proof of sufficient basic knowledge, demonstrated by 9 credit points each in "Experimental Psychological Training" and/or "Mathematics." This evidence is typically provided through successful participation in at least 9 credit points of coursework. Applicants without sufficient knowledge in the field of "Experimental Psychological Training" or "Mathematics" are obligated under section 8 subsection 1 of the Discipline-Specific Regulations for Study and Examinations for the Master's and Ph.D. Programs in Cognitive Science - Emodied Cognition to complete one bridge module with an admission.
(3) A statement of purpose, written in English
(4) Evidence of international studies and/or research stays
(5) Evidence of professional internships or experience, if applicable
(6) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(7) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(8) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documenation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period of service, if applicable
(10) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(11) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(12) A written application to improve your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(13) Documenation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of Instrcution: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
(2) Proof of programming skills. This evidence is typically provided through successful participation in at least 6 credit points of coursework.
(3) Proof of knowledge that corresponds at least to the content of one of the three Bridge Modules FM1 (Foundations of Mathematics), FM2 (Foundations of Computer Science) or FM3 (Foundations of Linguistics). This evidence is typically provided through successful participation in at least 9 credit points of coursework.
(4) A letter of motivation (a maximum of 5.000 characters)
(5) Evidence of study or research stays abroad, or evidence of a professional internship or professional experience relevant to the content of the Cognitive Systems degree program, or semester projects and final theses that must still be completed, if applicable
(6) Evidence of the successful completion of coursework in subjects related directly to the planned master's degree program (at least 9 CP), if applicable
(7) Evidence of achievements or excellence related to the degree program that permit expectations of high performance, if applicable
(8) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(9) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(10) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(11) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(12) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(13) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(14) A written application to improve your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(15) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(1) Curriculum vitae (in German or English)
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Computational Science). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(2) A letter of motivation (maxium two A4 pages)
(3) Proof of additional qualifications earned outside of higher education, such as internships, vocational training and professional experience
(4) Proof of achievements or excellence such as awards or scholarships
(5) Curriculum vitae
(6) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the Master's program is based
(7) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(8) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(10) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(11) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(12) A written application to improve your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(13) Documentation of ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Cybersecurity). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(2) A letter of motivation
(3) Curriculum vitae
(4) Proof of additional qualifications earned outside of higher education, such as internships completed domestically and abroad; vocational training or activities
(5) Proof of achievements or excellence such as awards or scholarships
(6) Current or last cerrtificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the Master's program is based
(7) Documentation of citizenship (e.g.; a copy of your passport)
(8) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applable
(10) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(11) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(12) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(13) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Data Engineering). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(2) A statement of purpose (maximum two pages)
(3) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(4) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(5) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(6) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period of service, if applicable
(7) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquota), if applicable
(8) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9) A written application to improve your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(1) Proof of knowledge in the field of data science, machine learning, statistical concepts, statistical models or empirically based research processes of at least 12 credit points
(2) Proof of programming with R, Python, Matlab, C++, Java or other equivalent programming languages
Applicants who want to submit proof of English langauge proficiency on the level C1 (CEFR) not explicitly listed above are welcome to do so but need to submit a written application of recognition along with their English language proficiency document. The written application of recognition can be a regular letter of intent containing details on why an applicant believes their document meets the degree program's language proficiency requirement. The Board of Examination decides on proof of the suitability of equivalency in individual cases.
(5) Curriculum vitae
(6) Proof of additional qualifications earned outside of higher education, such as internships completed domestically and abroad; vocational training or activities
(7) Proof of special recognition of professional qualifications, for example, in the form of prizes or awards
(8) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master' program is based
(9) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(10) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(11) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(12) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(13) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(14) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(15) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(1) Proof of English language skills that correspond at least to the C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
The master's degree program in Economics recognizes the following qualifications:
(2) A letter of motivation with a length of two standard A4 pages and a maximum of 3600 characters including spaces per page adresssing following three questions: 1. Why do you want to study Economic Policy and Quantitative Methods? 2. What prior knowledge (academic or practical expe-rience) and competences do you possess that are rel-evant to the Master’s degree program in Economic Policy and Quantitative Methods? 3. What is the role of evidence-based economic policy in society today?
(3) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(4) Documentation of citizenship, if applicable (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(5) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(6) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(7) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(8) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation::
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Ernährungswissenschaft). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Geoökologie). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on case by case basis.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Germanistik). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(2) Proof of modern foreign language skills such as Spanish, Russian, Polish that correspond at least to the level of B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
(3) Basic knowledge of Latin
The master's degree program Geschichtswissenschaften recognizes the following qualifications:
French B1 (CEFR)
Italian B1 (CEFR)
Spanish B1 (CEFR)
Russian B1 (CEFR)
Polnish B1 (CEFR)
Latin
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding other modern languages and other credentials not mentioned above on a case by case basis.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations . Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: This degree program does not accept first semester applications for the winter semester intake.
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(1) Proof of a fulltime internship in the healthcare sector for at least four weeks. Applicants who completed a part-time internship in the healthcare sector must show proof of at least 160 working hours. The internship certificte has to contain information about the job and tasks performed as well as the length and extent of that internship.
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Integrative Sport-, Bewegungs- und Gesundheitswissenschaft). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(2) A letter of motivation
(3) Curriculum vitae
(4) Proof of achievements or excellence such as interships, vocational training or employment, awards, and scholarships
(5) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation from a German institution of higher edcuation, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which you application for the master's program is based
(6) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(7) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(8) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(9) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(10) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(11) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(12) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: IT-Systems Engineering). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Jüdische Studien). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Languages of instruction: German and English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
(2) Proof of Hebrew skills, of at least the Hebraicum level.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(1) Proof of language skills in at least two of these languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Polish, Latin, Ancient Greek or any other classic language.
English language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
French language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of References for Languages. The master's degree program Spaces of Cultural Encounter in the Early Modern Period recognizes the following qualifications:
Italian language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of References for Languages. The master's degree program Spaces of Cultural Encounter in the Early Modern Period recognizes the following qualifications:
Spanish language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of References of Languages. The master's degree program Spaces of Cultural Encounter in the Early Modern Period recognizes the following qualifications:
Russian language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of References for Languages. The master's degree program Spaces of Cultural Encounter in the Early Modern Period recognizes the following qualifications:
Polish language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of References for Languages. The master's degree program Spaces of Cultural Encounter in the Early Modern Period recognizes the following qualifications:
A sound working knowledge of Latin. The master's degree program Spaces of Cultural Encounter in the Early Modern Period recognizes the following qualifications:
A sound working knowledge of Ancient Greek. The master's degree program Spaces of Cultural Encounter in the Early Modern Period recognizes the following qualifications:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials and other languages not mentioned above on a case by case basis.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Kulturelle Begegnungsräume der Frühen Neuzeit). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations . Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(1) Proof of English language skills that correspond at least to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
(2) Applicants who are not Germans: Proof of German language proficiency I at least C1 (CEFR) demonstrated by submitting DSH 2 or equivalents.
Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Applications for the master's degree program Mathematics Winter semester 2022/23 intake will have to be submitted via the Admissions Portal of the University of Potsdam. You can find tetailed information on the application process on this page.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(3) Proof of study abroad relevant to the master's program, if applicable
(4) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(5) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(6) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(7) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period of service, if applicable
(8) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(9) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) A written application to improve your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(11) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(2) Proof of Russian or Polish language skills that correspond at least to the B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, if Russian or Polish is not the applicant's native language.
The master's degree program Eastern European Cultural Studies recognizes the following qualifications:
Russian B1 (CEFR)
Polish B1 (CEFR)
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
(3) Applicants who are not Germans: Proof of German language proficiency I at least B2 (CEFR).
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Osteuropäische Kulturstudien). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Applications for the master's degree program Philosophie Winter semester 2022/2023 intake will have to be submitted via the Admissions Portal of the University of Potsdam. You can find tetailed information on the application process on this page.
Applications for the master's degree program Astrophysics Winter semester 2022/23 intake will have to be submitted via the Admissions Portal of the University of Potsdam. You can find tetailed information on the application process on this page.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(3) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(4) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(5) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(6) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(7) Documentation of qualificatoin for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote),if applicable
(8) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9)A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) Documentation regardind ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Politikwissenschaft). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(3) Proof of achievements or excellence such as scholarships, awards, publications relevant to the master's program Psychology, if applicable
(4) Proof of professional research experience (No internships!) obtained at an research oriented institution in the field of health services (medical/psychiatric/psychological) of at least six month and minimum of 200 working hours, if applicable
(5) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(6) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passort)
(7) A written application for immediate admission in context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(8) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(9) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(10) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(11) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentaiton required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(12) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceeding, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Psychologie). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instrution: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Romanische Philologie). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
Applicants who want to submit proof of English langauge proficiency on the level C1 (CEFR) not explicitly listed above are welcome to do so but need to submit a written application of recognition along with their English language proficiency document. The written application of recognition can be a regular letter of intent containing details on why an applicant believes their document meets the degree program's language proficiency requirement. The Board of Examination decides on proof of the suitability of equivalency in individual cases.
(2) Proof of additional qualifications earned outside of higher education, such as internships completed domestically and abroad; vocational training or activities.
(3) Proof of special recognition of professional qualifications, for example, in the form of prizes or awards.
(4) Curriculum vitae and letter of motivation.
(5) International applicants: proof of scholarships, grants awarded for excellent academic performance, and/or academic/research employment at a research institute.
(6) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master' program is based.
(7) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport).
(8) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable.
(9) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable.
(10) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable.
(11) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable.
(12) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation to substantiate such an application, if applicable.
(13) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Applications for the master's degree program Soziologie Winter semester 2022/23 intake will have to be submitted via the Admissions Portal of the University of Potsdam. You can find tetailed information on the application process on this page.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
(2) Proof of qualifications relevant to the Toxicology program, insofar as these are not clear from the transcript of records, if applicable
(3) Documentation of qualifications or employment experience relevant to the Toxicology program, e.g. toxicological studies, toxicological internships, or relevant professional experience in the field of toxicology.
(4) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(5) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(6) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(7) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period of service, if applicable
(8) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(9) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) A written application to improve your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(11) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations. Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(2) Proof of modern language skills such as French, Italian or Spanish that correspond at least to the level of A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
The master's degree program Comparative Literature and Art recognizes the following qualifications:
French A2 (CEFR)
Italienisch A2
Spanish A2
The Examining Board issues decisitons regarding other modern languages and other creditials not mentioned above on a case by case basis.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Vergleichende Literatur- und Kunstwissenschaft). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
(3) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(4) Documentation of citizenship, if applicable (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(5) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(6) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(7) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(8) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Verwaltungswissenschaft). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Languages of instruction: German and English
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding credentials on a case by case basis.
(3) A letter of motivation written in German or English (max. 5000 characters)
(4) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation from a German institution of higer education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(5) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(6) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(7) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(8) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(9) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) A written application to upgrade your average grade, as well as documentation to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(11) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: War and Conflict Studies). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: Numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: June 1, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition to the aforementioned documentation:
The Examining Board may, in duly substantiated exceptional casese, issue decissions regarding credentials not listed above.
(3) Current or last certificate of university enrollment, or a copy of an exmatriculation certificate from a German institution of higher education, if you were enrolled in a program after acquiring the degree on which your application for the master's program is based
(4) Documentation of citizenship (e.g., a copy of your passport)
(5) A written application for immediate admission in the context of the hardship quota (hardship application) and documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(6) Documentation of an earlier offer of admission or proof of period service, if applicable
(7) Documentation of qualification for the Brandenburg quota (Profilquote), if applicable
(8) A written application to upgrade your waiting period, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(9) A written application to improve your average grade, as well as documentation required to substantiate such an application, if applicable
(10) Documentation regarding ongoing or completed asylum proceedings, if applicable
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Wirtschaftsinformatik und Digitale Transformation). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
Admission information: No numerus clausus restriction I Winter semester 2022/2023
Application deadline: August 15, 2022
Language of instruction: German
Please submit the following in addition of the aforementioned documentation:
(1) Proof of English language skills that correspond at least to the level of B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
(2) Proof of modern foreign language skills such as Spanish, Russian, Polish that correspond at least to the level of B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
The master's degree program Zeitgeschichte recognizes the following qualifications:
French B1 (CEFR)
Italian B1 (CEFR)
Spanish B1 (CEFR)
Russian B1 (CEFR)
Polnish B1 (CEFR)
The Examining Board issues decisions regarding other modern languages and other credentials not mentioned above on a case by case basis.
(3) Applicants who are not Germans: Proof of German language proficiency I at least C1 (CEFR) demonstrated by submitting DSH 2 or equivalents.
In-depth information about academic admission requirements of this master's degree program can be found in its subject-specific admission regulations (German version: Zeitgeschichte). Information about its content and structure can be found here.
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