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Requirements

Please find below the overview of our UE admission requirements, per degree.


Dear applicant,

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For programmes taught in German, please switch to the German page to view the respective admission requirements.

COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM 
HIGH SCHOOL/ BACHELOR DIPLOMA AND TRANSCRIPT 
Or equivalent occupational diploma officially translated to English or German 
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY 
English language certifcate 
– IELTS 5.5 overall 
– TOEFL iBT60
– TOEFL ITP (paper based) 498
– Pearson Test of English (Academic) 56 
– Pearson Test of English (General) Level 1 
– Cambridge English Advanced and Proficiency 162 overall 
– Cambridge Exam First (FCE) B2 CEFR, First (FCE), 160
– TOEIC Listening, 400, Reading 385, Speaking 160, Writing 150 
– PASSWORD 5.5 overall (no less than 5.0 in each component) 
– EF SET (50-minute Test) 51 (only for students applying with a MOI letter) 
– Duolingo 100
CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) (Dated & Signed)
COPY OF PASSPORT (SCANNED) 
MOTIVATION LETTER (MIN 500 WORDS) 
PORTFOLIO
The following are supplementary requirements from the individual degree programmes. 

Film & Motion Design 
5 – 8 work samples in which the moving image is the focus – be it filmed or animated, digital or analogue. All kinds of picture series (storyboards, flipbooks) and also other creative projects are welcome. Videos as MP4, Vimeo or YouTube links. 

Communication Design | Visual Communication 
Submit 8-12 work samples showcasing your strengths in visual communication, such as drawings, sketchbooks, collages, photographs, moving images, interactive projects, websites, and other creative endeavors. Include a brief reflective text for each work. Sketchbooks are also welcome. 

Digital Product Management | Design & Management Studies | UX/UI Design 
A portfolio with samples of work is welcome but not required. 

Game Design 
5 – 10 work samples made by you: Concept sketches, storyboards, collages, renderings and other design projects are welcome. Additionally either a digital game (.exe as ZIP) or a written game concept (1 page). 

Illustration 
15 samples of work – in addition to illustrations and drawings, a sketchbook and other projects that demonstrate interest in the subject area are also welcome. We also like to see themed series and concept sketches. 

Photography & New Media 
2-3 series of photos and fewer individual images (all in all at least 20 images). The photographic projects can be supplemented by other media such as videos, drawings and graphic design. 

COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM 
HIGH SCHOOL/ BACHELOR DIPLOMA AND TRANSCRIPT 
Undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s, MBA, or Master) officially translated to English or German 
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY 
English language certifcate 
– IELTS 6.0 overall / B2 Level 
– TOEFL iBT72 
– TOEFL ITP (paper based) 543 
– Pearson Test of English (Academic) 59 
– Pearson Test of English (General) Level 1 
– Cambridge English Advanced and Proficiency 169 overall 
– Cambridge Exam First (FCE) B2 CEFR = First (FCE), 160
– TOEIC Listening 400, Reading 385, Speaking 160, Writing 150 
– PASSWORD 6.0
– EF SET (50-minute Test) 60 (only for students applying with a MOI letter) 
– Duolingo 105 
CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) (Dated & Signed)
COPY OF PASSPORT (SCANNED) 
MOTIVATION LETTER (MIN 500 WORDS) 
PORTFOLIO
The following are supplementary requirements from the individual degree programmes. 

Visual & Experience Design 
Up to 10 examples of your best creative work – commercial and/or non-commercial. The programme accepts applicants from a wide variety of fields including graphic/communication design, advertising, digital product design, architecture, fine arts, exhibition design, visual and sound design, etc. 

Innovation Design Management 
A portfolio with work samples is welcome but only required from individuals with a design background. Additionally, we ask for responses to some questions explaining why this programme is the best fit for you. 

Photography (MA)
Your portfolio should consist of at least 20 photos (total size max. 10 MB). It is particularly desirable to see from the selection of images, that the applicant works on thematically coherent series. 

New Media Design 
Submit 10 diverse examples highlighting expertise in creative fields like architecture, visual communication, product and game design, exhibition-making, interior design, sound & motion design, event installation, and performance. Include both digital (creative coding) and analog works (collage, sculpture, animation), each with a brief description of your process. 

Communication Design (MA)
A portfolio with samples of work is welcome but not required, only from students who have previously completed a creative degree programme. 

Design Leadership 
A portfolio with work samples is welcome but only required from individuals with a design background. Additionally, we ask for responses to some questions explaining why this programme is the best fit for you. 

Digital Content Creation 
A portfolio with work samples is welcome but only required from individuals with a design background. Additionally, we ask for responses to some questions explaining why this programme is the best fit for you. 

Generative Design & AI
Prepare up to 10 examples of your best creative work. The Generative Design & AI programme accepts applicants from a wide variety of fields, but is most suited to those who already have a digital design background. Due to the technical nature of the programme, coding skills are a plus, but not necessary for admittance. Please include a CV detailing your education and professional practice. 

BACHELOR
COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM 
HIGH SCHOOL/ BACHELOR DIPLOMA AND TRANSCRIPT Or equivalent occupational diploma officially 
translated to English or German 
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY 
English language certificate 
– IELTS 5.5 overall 
– TOEFL iBT60 
– TOEFL ITP (paper based) 498
– Pearson Test of English (Academic) 56
– Pearson Test of English (General) Level 1 
– Cambridge English Advanced and Proficiency 162 overall 
– Cambridge Exam First  B2 CEFR = First (FCE), 160
– TOEIC Listening 400, Reading 385, Speaking 160, Writing 150 
– PASSWORD 5.5 Overall (no less than 5.0 in each component) 
– EF SET (50-minute Test) 51 (only for students applying with a MOI letter) 
– Duolingo 100
CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) (Dated & Signed)
COPY OF PASSPORT (SCANNED) 
MOTIVATION LETTER (MIN 500 WORDS) 
ADMISSION TEST 
The test is done online and students are not required to study for this test.

MASTER & MBA*
COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM 
HIGH SCHOOL/ BACHELOR DIPLOMA AND TRANSCRIPT
Undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s, MBA, or Master) officially translated to English or German.

*at least one year of work experience for MBA applicants
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY 
English language certificate 
– IELTS 6.0 overall / B2 Level 
– TOEFL iBT 72 
– TOEFL ITP (paper based) 543 
– Pearson Test of English (Academic) 59 
– Pearson Test of English (General) Level 1 
– Cambridge English Advanced and Proficiency 169 overall 
– Cambridge Exam First (FCE) B2 CEFR = First (FCE), 160
– TOEIC Listening 400, Reading 385, Speaking 160, Writing 150 
– PASSWORD 6.0
– EF SET (50-minute Test) 60 (only for students applying with a MOI letter) 
– Duolingo 105
CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) (Dated & Signed)
– Professional experience: at least 1 year after the first qualifying university degree
COPY OF PASSPORT (SCANNED) 
MOTIVATION LETTER (MIN 500 WORDS) 

BACHELOR
COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM 
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA AND TRANSCRIPT Or equivalent occupational diploma officially 
translated to English or German 
LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY 
English language certificate 
– IELTS 5.5 overall 
– TOEFL iBT72 
– TOEFL ITP (paper based) 543 
– Pearson Test of English (Academic) 59 
– Pearson Test of English (General) Level 1 
– Cambridge English Advanced and Proficiency 160 overall 
– Cambridge Exam First (FCE) 
– TOEIC Listening/Reading 785, Speaking 160, Writing 150 
– PASSWORD 5.5 (no less than 5.0 in each component) 
– EF SET (50-minute Test) 51 (only for students applying with a MOI letter) 
– Duolingo 100
CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) (Dated & Signed)
COPY OF PASSPORT (SCANNED) 
MOTIVATION LETTER (MIN 500 WORDS) 
ADDITIONAL INFO
The following language requirements apply to the BA Hotel Management and BSc Software Engineering study programmes:

Hotel Management: German A2 and English B2
Software Engineering: English B2

The following applies to all dual study programmes: A dual study programme at UE requires a contract with a practice partner. The Student Advisory Service will be happy to help you find a practice partner.