Application for locally restricted master's degree programs
This information applies to applicants who aim to pursue a restricted master's degree program starting in the 1st semester.
For all master's degree programs, the access requirements must be fulfilled in order to begin the studies. Further information on the access requirements for master's degree programs can be found ►here.
For locally restricted master's degree programs, the number of study places is limited.
Not all prospective students who meet the access requirements can be granted a study place.
Therefore, a selection process is required.
To participate in the selection process, an on-time application is necessary.
In the selection process, the final grade of the first degree is the central selection criterion.
Depending on the program, additional criteria may apply.
Information on whether a degree program is restricted or unrestricted can be found in the ► program overview.
Application deadline
June 1st - July 15th of the year
Application process Online application
The application for admission to a restricted master's degree program is done online and can only be made for the winter semester of the year in which the studies are to begin.
Students of the University of Rostock log in to the online portal using their university account under "Login with Uni-Account" and use the "Apply for Admission / Change of Degree Program" button in the portal.
Please make sure to note that the online application is only valid for:
• Applicants with a first degree obtained in Germany (regardless of nationality)
• German applicants with a foreign first degree
• Foreign applicants (EU and non-EU).
To complete the online application, you will need the following documents:
• University entrance qualification (usually high school diploma)
• Certificate of the university degree or transcript of records from the responsible examination office
• Proof of language proficiency and, if applicable, other proof according to the specific program's examination and study regulations
First, you need to create your personal account by clicking on "Register," with which you can check the status of your application at any time.
Attention: Students of the University of Rostock log in to the online portal using their university account under "Login with Uni-Account" and use the "Apply for Admission / Change of Degree Program" button in the portal. You can find all further information on transferring programs on the page about changing degree programs.
After registration, you will receive a confirmation email to verify your email address. Please follow the instructions in the email to activate your access. Make sure to use a valid email address that you check regularly, as you will receive important information about the entire application process.
You can now log in to the application portal with your username (displayed in the email) and the password you selected, and start your application. Provide information about the desired degree program and upload any required documents in PDF format. Please upload only complete documents!
At the end of data entry, please check your information, confirm it, and submit the respective application. This will change the application status from "in preparation" to "submitted." After entering the data and submitting the application, we recommend that you save or print the corresponding cover letter for your records.
In principle, no documents need to be submitted in addition to the online application. Please do not submit application documents, certificates, or other proof.
Only in the following case must documents be submitted on time in addition to the online application:
• In the case of an application for exceptional hardship.
Please regularly check your application status in the online application portal, which you can find on the homepage of your application. You will also be notified of important status changes via email if you have enabled email notifications.
Messages and notifications from the Student Secretariat can also be found in the application details. Please go to your application overview and use the "View application details" button.
Background information
Legal basis of the admission process
Statutes of the University of Rostock on Admission to Studies (URZS) - unofficial version -
Statutes for amendments
Info-Service
Clarify concerns, get brief information
The Info-Service is the central contact point for prospective and current students found in the Student Service Center of the University of Rostock. If you are looking for advice, please contact here first. Often the question can be clarified with a brief information. If necessary, specialized contact persons will be referred to.
Phone Consultations:
Monday till Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Friday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
Phone: +49 381 498-1230
Office hours (Parkstraße 6, 18057 Rostock):
Monday till Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. | Friday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Chat: On many websites of the Student Service Center you can also reach us during our office hours via chat. At the bottom right look for the speech bubble button.
At your request we are also able to arrange an appointment outside our regular opening hours. Please contact us via email in advance.
Email: studiumuni-rostockde