Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Here you will find detailed information and explanations regarding application deadlines, admission requirements and certificates and the application process.
Please note that Bachelor's degree programs have different admission requirements than Master's degree programs. Admission-restricted programs have different deadlines than admission-free programs and follow a specific allocation procedure.
- Application Deadlines
For Restricted Admission Degree Programs:
- For the winter semester: May 1st - July 15th
- For the summer semester: November 1st - January 15th
Please note that these are strict deadlines.
For Open Admission Degree Programs and Higher Semesters:
- For the winter semester: May 1st - August 31st
- For the summer semester: November 1st - February 28th/29th.
If there are still available places after these dates, an extension of the deadline may be granted. We will provide information accordingly on our website.
- Admission Requirements and Necessary Certificates
Bachelor's Degree Programs
To be admitted to a Bachelor's degree program at TH Lübeck, you generally need ONE of the following qualifications:
- A general university entrance qualification (Abitur)
- An entrance qualification for a University of Applied Sciences (Please note that an application with the academic part of the UAS entrance qualification alone is not sufficient. An additional practical component is required.)
- Vocational qualification (Master Craftsman/Technician - Please refer to the "Application - Step-by-Step Guide" section for more information regarding the specific requirements for applicants with a vocational qualification.)
Vocational Training
Only for admission to the Bachelor's program in Audiology (Hörakustik), proof of vocational training in audiology is required in addition.
For the Bachelor's program in Civil Engineering, you will receive a grade improvement of 0.5 if you have successfully completed your vocational training in a construction-related profession with at least a satisfactory grade. For further details, please refer to the Regulations for the University Selection Process (German only)
Preliminary Internship
Most Bachelor degree programs require a preliminary internship. While not mandatory, we recommend that you complete this internship before starting your studies. You may provide evidence of the preliminary internship during your studies. Proof of the preliminary internship is not required during the application process. For more detailed information about the internship please refer to the respective degree program.
Master's Degree Programs
For a Master's degree programs at TH Lübeck you need a first university degree (Bachelor's or Diploma).
The specific admission requirements may vary depending on the master's degree program. Therefore, it is crucial to carefully review the program-specific instructions for admission.
- Application Process
You may register online for all of our degree programs at our application portal.
Additional information on how to apply under special conditions (e.g., with a foreign educational certificate, without a school entrance qualification, etc.) can be found below.
Online Application Process
First you have to register in the application portal and go through the online application process. The Bachelor's degree programs Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Business Administration and Industrial Engineering also require a prior registration at www.hochschulstart.de.
Exception: In the Bachelor's program in Architecture, you must first take an aptitude test. You can only proceed with the online application after passing the test.
Please have your transcripts ready for the online application, as they need to be uploaded to the application portal. In non-restricted programs, you can immediately apply for online enrollment after submitting your application. Please note that only files in PDF, JPG or PNG format can be uploaded.
Further procedure
Bachelor's and Master's degree programs with restricted admission:
If more applications are received for a restricted-admission program than there are places available, a selection process will take place. After your application documents have been checked, you will be cleared for participation in the selection procedure (the application status changes to "valid").Bachelor's degree programs with open admission:
After submitting the online application, immediate online enrollment is possible. After your enrollment documents have been checked, you will receive your study documents by mail.Master's programs with open admission:
After your application documents have been checked, you will receive information about admission via the application portal.You can check the current status of your application at any time on the application portal!
Please note hat due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide you with any information by telephone or in-person on the status of your application shortly before or after the application deadline. Please refer to our application portal or Hochschulstart.de for information. There, you will find the current status of your application and also information on documents that might be missing.
- Allocation Procedure for Restricted Admission Programs
You can only submit one application per allocation period. In the application, you can only select one degree program. Exception DoSV: Here you may select two degree programs.
Unfortunately, incomplete applications cannot be considered. If your application is incomplete, you will be informed accordingly through the application portal. Therefore, please check the application portal regularly for updates.
If you are applying for Bachelor's degree programs: If you can't provide an average grade in your university entrance qualification, your application will be ranked below the lowest discernible grade in the allocation procedure. Similarly, an application without a determinable waiting period will be ranked below the lowest discernible waiting period in the allocation procedure.
The allocation procedure begins approximately two weeks after the application deadline. Admission letters will be provided through the application portal (electronic administrative act). You will receive an email notification if there is a change in your application status or if the admission letter is available, provided you have activated email notifications. We recommend enabling email notifications in the application portal.
You can find out which documents are required for enrollment here.
The entire allocation procedure (main and subsequent procedures) usually lasts until the start of the lecture period.
Please note that it might not be possible to reach the Admissions Office during the application period, due to the high volume of applications. Therefore, please stay informed.
- Other Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Who can help me with questions that are not answered on this page?
If you have any further questions, please contact the Student Advisory Service.What is DoSV (Dialog-Oriented Service Procedure)?
DoSV is a centralized procedure for the distribution of study places for first-year students via the hochschulstart.de platform. It helps to coordinate the allocation of undergraduate degree programs with restricted admissions on a federal level. TH Lübeck participates in the DoSV with several Bachelor programs.What is the difference between admission-free and admission-restricted study programs?
All applicants with a university entrance qualification who apply for an admission-free Bachelor's program within the deadline will receive a study place. After submitting your online application, you will immediately receive your printable admission letter together with your application for admission so that you can enroll directly.If you apply for an admission-restricted degree program, you will take part in an allocation procedure. More details can be found under "Application information".
Do I need certified application documents?
No, a simple copy is sufficient for the application. Please note that you can enroll directly in admission-free Bachelor's degree programs that do not require special admission. Here, certifications may sometimes be required.What happens to my documents if I do not get a study place?
The documents will be destroyed in accordance with the Student Data Protection Regulation. Your documents can only be sent back if you have enclosed an envelope with your adddress and sufficient postage.Can I apply for more than one degree program?
You can only apply once per semester. Only one degree program can be named in the application. Exception DoSV: here you may select two study programs.
Tip: If there are study places available after the end of the allocation procedure or after the end of the enrollment period, we will inform you on our website about the possibility of a renewed application.I don't want to take up my study place. Do I have to deregister?
No, vacant places will be made available to other prospective students in the move-up procedure. If your study place has been coordinated via hochschulstart.de, please withdraw your application there so that the study place offer can be passed on to the next applicant.Do I have to reapply for the next semester if haven't taken up my study place / I have been rejected?
A new and complete application is always required. It is not possible to resort to previous applications; there are no waiting lists. Application records will be deleted and documents are destroyed - unless your application included a return envelope plus postage.What is preferential admission?
If your service period (e.g. military service, FSJ) has prevented you from taking up your studies, you are eligible for preferential admission. After completion of your service, you need to provide your original notification of admission TH Lübeck as well as a service certificate (/certified copy) in addition to your new application.I already studied once, do I have to reapply for a second degree program?
A second degree implies that you have previously pursued a degree. If you have previously studied at other universities without graduating, you are considered to be studying for your first degree.I already have a Bachelor's degree and would now like to obtain a Master's degree. Is this a second degree?
No. As a rule, a Master's degree always requires an associated Bachelor's degree. This is a so-called consecutive Master's degree program (the content of which builds on the previous degree). In addition, there are also so-called non-consecutive and continuing Master's degree programs. As a rule, the content of these courses does not build on one another and may require further training / practical work experience.How do I apply for a higher semester?
This is possible if you change your university or study program. Please complete the online application at Application for a Higher Semester. If necessary, please enclose the placement certificate for the higher semester, a certificate of enrollment or exmatriculation and your university entrance qualification. After the application period has ended, we will check whether there are any places available. Subsequently, you will receive a written notification.Do I have to provide an exmatriculation certificate together with the application?
If you apply for the first semester and the same degree program, you must have been exmatriculated from the other university and provide proof together with your application documents. If you apply for a different degree program, you will only have to provide proof of your exmatriculation at the time of your enrollment.What fees do I have to pay?
There are no tuition fees in Schleswig-Holstein. However, every student has to pay a semester fee (currently approx. 270 euros). This fee includes, among other things, a state-wide semester ticket, which is valid throughout Schleswig-Holstein and in Hamburg for the HVV AB zone.A one-time processing fee of 50 euros must be paid for enrollment.
Online students must also pay a media subscription fee for the online modules.
When will I be informed if I get a study place?
The allocation procedure for admission-restricted degree programs takes place at the beginning of August for the winter semester, and at the beginning of February for the summer semester. The notifications are sent by regular mail. If your application is coordinated via hochschulstart.de, you will receive the notification by email or regular mail, depending on what you selected during the application process.Admission-freeBachelor's degree programs: Immediately after submitting your online application you will receive a printout of the admission letter with the application form and can enroll.
Admission-free Master's degree programs: We will notify you whether or not you have been accepted after your application documents have been reviewed.You can check your application status via an internet portal. You will receive the access details after you have completed your online application.
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