Application for Advanced Semester

If you are already enrolled at another university (and not at the University of Cologne) and wish to change your subject to a higher semester, there is a uniform procedure for EU citizens (and, in terms of admissions law, German equals) and non-EU citizens.

For all degree courses, with or without restricted enrolment, you must apply using the online application portal Klips 2.0

What are the application deadlines?

• For the winter semester: September 15th (Date of receipt)
• For the summer semester: March 15th (Date of receipt)

The following documents, among others, must be submitted for an application for the higher semester (upload):

• Semester classification* (Recognition of previous studies)
• Proof of German language proficiency, at least at DSH-2 level or equivalent, for all German-language degree programmes. We accept the following certificates:
  • TestDaF TDN 4 in all examination parts
  • DSH 2**
  • Deutsches Sprachdiplom, level II of the KMK (DSD II)
  • Telc C1 Hochschule
  • Telc C2
  • Goethe-Insitut C1 certificate
  • ÖSD C2
  • Passed “German section” of the Feststellungsprüfung (FSP)

According to the current DSH regulations, certain international school-leaving certificates, e.g. from German-speaking regions, are recognised as exceptions or as equivalent. If you have any questions, please contact us via our contact form.

* For all applications to the higher semester (relocation or transfer), a semester classification for the relevant semester from the responsible Examination Office of the University of Cologne is required. A simple enrolment certification of the actual home university will no be enough.

** Only DSH of higher education institutions with registered examination regulations in accordance with the provisions of the German Rectors' Conference (HRK).

In addition please refer to the latest information of our Student Application and Registration Office.

Important note for applications for a higher semester / Master's degree: You will need a preliminary examination documentation (VPD) from uni-assist e.V. to apply. The processing time is approx. 4 - 6 weeks. Please apply for the VPD as early as possible before the application deadline at the UoC. Please also note the information from the General Registration Office.