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What you need to apply for Chemistry at University of Cologne
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Bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
Applicants must demonstrate at least 12 credit points from each of the following areas:
Inorganic chemistry.
Organic chemistry and biochemistry.
Physical chemistry and theoretical chemistry.
Overall, a total of at least 60 credit points from the above-mentioned areas must be proven. In case of doubt, the examination board decides on the accuracy of the performance.
If you want to choose biochemistry modules in the chemistry master’s course, you must have (experimental and theoretical) basic knowledge of biochemistry to the extent of min. Prove 9 CP.
GPA (German System) 2.50
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Applicants with non-German BSc degree
What to prepare for your application to Chemistry
Applicants with non-German BSc degree
Register via uni-assist for a preliminary review (VPD). You do not need to select our master, instead go with "All Subject", but it is important to select the “University of Cologne”. The procedure takes 6-8 weeks.
Go to KLIPS, change to English (de/en button), follow the applicant account link. Enter your details and upload your documents:
Fully completed application form, available in KLIPS
School leaving certificate (or an equivalent degree of qualification for access to German universities) (original language and official translation)
Proof of proficiency in English
BSc certificate and Transcript of Records (original language and official translation)
CV (include lab and English skills)
Letter of Motivation
VPD by uni-assist
Candidates from India, China and Vietnam need an APS: International Prospective Master Students
Bachelor thesis
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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50923 Köln
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Estimated year-1 total cost
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Acceptance rate
14%
1 accepted out of 7 total applications
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