Master's Programmes

Can I be admitted with an external bachelor's degree?
Yes, if the admission requirements specified in the relevant examination and study regulations are met. The current examination and study regulations for the master's programs can be found via this link. An important criterion for admission with an external bachelor's degree is equivalence. The examination board is responsible for determining the equivalence of the completed bachelor's degree with the degree programs specified in the examination and study regulations, and this is checked as part of the application process. 

What is meant by equivalence?
The equivalence assessment determines whether your submitted bachelor's degree differs significantly from the bachelor's degrees offered by the University of Bayreuth as specified in the study and examination regulations. Significant differences exist if the examination board concludes that the basis for successful master's study is insufficient.
Equivalence is only checked definitively as part of the application process, so it is not possible to provide any information in advance.

Can I apply without a degree certificate?
Yes, the examination and study regulations stipulate that it is possible to apply before completing your previous degree. They also specify the minimum number of credits from your bachelor's degree that must be proven at the time of application. 

When and how will I be notified of my admission?
Once the formal and academic admission requirements for your application have been checked and met, you will receive an email notification that your admission letter is available for download in your applicant account. You can then access it by clicking on the “Decision” button.

It is in the interest of the University of Bayreuth to issue notifications as soon as possible.

When do I have to accept my admission?
If the letter of admission does not specify a deadline for accepting the study place, the following applies: You must accept the study place in good time so that you can then enroll by the enrollment deadline. You should allow at least 1 to 2 weeks for this.

Accepting the study place does not oblige you to take up your studies. However, it does give you direct access to information about enrollment.

If, contrary to expectations, you are unable to take up your studies, please contact us. (masterbuero@uni-bayreuth.de).

I have been admitted but have not enrolled - does my admission also apply to subsequent semesters?
For master's programs without admission restrictions, admission remains valid without restriction, provided that the admission requirements have not changed so significantly that re-admission would not be possible.

Admissions granted as part of an aptitude assessment process are valid for all subsequent applications to this degree program, provided that the content and objectives of the degree program have not changed so significantly that aptitude for this degree program can no longer be demonstrated on the basis of the aptitude assessment process carried out at an earlier date.

How can I transfer my admission to a subsequent semester?
For technical reasons, you must submit a new application for the relevant degree program in CAMPUSonline by the deadline in order to be re-admitted.

Along with the documents to be submitted, please upload your existing letter of admission under “Admission to the University of Bayreuth for this degree program from a previous semester (and, if applicable, separate notice of conditions)”. After submitting your application and uploading the letter, we recommend that you send an email to the Master's Office so that your new admission can be entered as quickly as possible.