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Admissions

You are a student from abroad and are interested in obtaining a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree at TH Köln. On this webpage, we would like to give you an overview of the admission requirements and the upcoming application process. Please be aware that this process involves a great variety of different criteria and factors.

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Applications for the winter semester 2025/2026 are open!

Prospective first-year students can now apply for admission to all programs offered at TH Köln in the winter semester 2025/2026.

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Admission requirements

Prior to your application: The admission requirements for degree-seeking students at TH Köln. Show more

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Admission requirements for degree-seeking students

School systems around the globe vary widely from country to country. It is therefore necessary to check whether you may study in Germany with the certificates that you currently hold. The Team International Degree-Seeking Students can assist you in understanding the admission requirements you must meet. Show more

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German language skills

What German language skills do I need to enroll at TH Köln? Show more

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How to apply as a degree-seeking student

Do you intend to obtain a Bachelor's or Master's degree at TH Köln? Our website provides an overview of the application process for international degree-seeking students. Show more

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Enrollment: Information for first-year students

Once you have received your Letter of Admission, you are ready to enroll at TH Köln. Show more