Admission Requirements

For admission a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural sciences, biology or a related discipline following at least 6 semesters with 180 ECTS at an accrediated University is required. Your Bachelor is relevant, if achievements in the field of plant sciences amounting to at least 60 credits, including 24 credits in crop production, plant breeding or plant nutrition, and 10 credits in phytomedicine (crop protection, phytopathology, agricultural entomology or herbology) have been completed.

Admission is based on

  • the student’s grade point average, a minimum of 2.5 (German system, equivalent to a B is required.
  • the student's educational background, relevant professional experience, additional professional qualifications
  • the student's motivation

    For applicants from China, Mongolia, India and Vietnam APS-proven academic transcripts and degree certificates are required

    Language requirement
    Applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of proficiency in English by one of these language certificates and scores:

    • UNIcert level II
    • B2 certificate of CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference)
    • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with at least band 6
    Required TOEFL Scores are:
    • 550 Points in the paper-based test
    • 220 Points in the computer based test
    • 80 points in the internet based test

    The language test certificate should not be more than 3 years old at the time of application. Students with a one year study or working experience in an English speaking country within the last five years do not need the proof of English proficiency.
    English language requirements

    Students from outside the EU must obtain a visa for Germany, which among other documents requires the proof of financial support for at least one year of study (11000 €).
    For more detailed information please check the information on visa and residence permit regulations for Germany here.