How to get on board

Bachelor’s degree
A bachelor’s degree in engineering or an equivalent degree (including the German “Vordiplom”) with at least 180 credit points (ECTS*); Higher National Diploma (HND) qualifications are not sufficient.

* European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System

CGPA / GATE score
A minimum of 75% CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average; equivalent to a grade of 2.5 in the German grading system) or a comparable grade – alternatively, a GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) score of at least 500 – is required.

Proof of subject-specific knowledge

• Mathematics: at least 15 ECTS
• Technical Mechanics: at least 10 ECTS
• Fluid Mechanics / Hydrodynamics: at least 5 ECTS

Further detailed information can be found in the course handbook:

English language proficiency
B2 level (Common European Framework)

Accepted certificates include:

• IELTS – min. 6.5
• TOEFL iBT (including “Home Edition”) – min. 90, at least 20 in each section; TOEFL “MyBest Score” is not accepted.
• Cambridge CAE (Certificate in Advanced English) / CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) – min. 176 overall
• PTE Academic – min. 62 overall, at least 59 per section
• Trinity ISE II – distinction in all sections

Note: The language certificate must not be older than two years at the time of application. Some embassies (e.g. in India) may require certificates issued within the last year. Please check with your local embassy for up-to-date requirements.

Exceptions and special cases

• The acquisition of a German general higher education entrance qualification (“Abitur” or “Allgemeine Hochschulreife”) is recognised as proof of sufficient English language skills.
• If your bachelor’s degree was taught entirely in English, you don’t need an additional language certificate.
• Native English speakers are exempt from this requirement.

Winter semester: 1 June – 30 September

Summer semester: 1 February – 31 March

Note: The online portal is only active during these periods.

• Signed application for enrolment (available in the portal)
• Officially certified copy of your first degree (e.g. Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Diplom)
• Copy of your valid ID or passport
• Complete CV (from age 16, in tabular form, with date and signature)
• If previously enrolled at another university:
  • All certificates of exmatriculation
  • Latest or current enrolment certificate with semester information

Contact your health insurance provider and ask them to send your electronic insurance status directly to the University of Rostock. Use our dispatch number H0001053.

Privately insured students must also contact a statutory insurance provider for confirmation of their insurance status.

Note: This process may take a few days.

After you receive admission, submit the officially certified copies of your documents by post:

• Do not send the originals, as the documents will be destroyed after processing.
• Do not staple or clip the documents.
• Submit them in at least A5 format.

Note: You will only receive a confirmation of receipt if you enclose a stamped and addressed postcard.

Final enrolment is only possible under the following conditions:

• All documents have been received in the correct form and on time.
• Your health insurance status has been confirmed electronically.
• Your semester fee has been paid.

Winter semester: 16 January – 30 April

Summer semester: 1 October – 30 November

Note: Make sure to submit your complete application on time – late or incomplete applications cannot be considered.

• Copies of your certificates and academic degrees (e.g. secondary school certificate, university entrance exams, transcripts, diplomas)
• Proof of pre-check of the German embassy (APS certificate) for applicants from China, India, Vietnam, and Mongolia
• Proof of English language proficiency (see above: Language requirements)
• Certified translations of all documents (German or English)
• CV in tabular form (from age 16, with date and signature)

Unattested copies and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Once your documents have been reviewed and forwarded by UNI-ASSIST, the University of Rostock will check them and inform you about the admission decision.

General information on official attestations

If you are a non-EU applicant, you must apply for a student visa to enter Germany. As part of the visa process, you must provide proof of sufficient financial resources.

Currently, you must demonstrate that you have access to at least €11,904 for the first year (equivalent to €992/month).

Accepted proof includes:

• A blocked account in Germany
• Financial guarantee from a person residing in Germany
• Proof of scholarship
• Statement of parental income and assets

Note: Please check with the German embassy in your country for the latest requirements and timelines. Applicants from EU countries, Liechtenstein, Iceland, Norway, or Switzerland do not need to prove financial resources.

Following admission, enrolment is to be completed via the university’s online portal.