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INFORMATION ABOUT THE MASTER PROGRAMMES 

OFFERED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF MANNHEIM 

SPRING TERM 2013 

October 25 th 2012 

In this guide, you will get a first overview of the Master Programmes, of responsibilities and application 

deadlines, which have to be considered, if you intend to start a Master course of studies at the 

University of Mannheim in the spring term 2013. 

Please note: All information correspond to the current level of information. Changes are possible 

both in respect of the application process and the Selection Statutes. Therefore, please check our 

website bewerbung.uni-mannheim.de regularly. 

Please apply as early as possible!!! 

Only if you apply early, we have the chance to check your application documents 

whether they are complete and are able to request for important missing 

documents per email if necessary. 

You have to apply for all of the Master Programmes and each one has a restriction on admission. In 

this guide, you find information about the application process and requirements for an application to the 

University of Mannheim. Please read this guide carefully. Certainly, many of your questions will be 

answered afterwards. 

Please refer to the German brochure “Infos für das Masterstudium” if you are interested in a German 

Master Programme as this guide focuses on the Master Programmes taught in English. 

The University of Mannheim offers the applicants a two-stage application procedure. Firstly, you 

need to apply online; secondly, you send your Application Form for Admission together with all 

required documents by post to the Admissions Office. 

The application is obligatory for any Master Programme. 

For further information about the application process, please refer to point 3 in this guide.

Contact details if you need further information: 

Admissions Office: 

Visitor address: L 1, 1, room 157, first floor (entrance B) 

Postal address: Universität Mannheim 

Zulassungsstelle 

Ms. Dörr / Ms. Braun 

Postfach 103462 

68131 Mannheim 

Head of Admissions Office: Ms. Kloppenburg 

Internet: www.bewerbung.uni-mannheim.de 

Phone consultation: Tuesday 10.00am – 12.00am 

Phone: 0621/181-1199 or -1279 

Fax number: 0621/181-1229 

Opening hours: Monday 9.00am - 12.00am 

Wednesday 2.00pm - 5.00pm 

Opening hours are subject to change. Changes will be 

published on our website. 

Email addresses for more information… 

… concerning application & admission: bewerbung@uni-mannheim.de 

… concerning academic studies: studium@verwaltung.uni-mannheim.de 

Hotline: 0621/181-2222 (Mo-Fr 9.00am - 04.00pm) 

Bank Account: Universität Mannheim 

Baden-Württembergische Bank 

Account Nr.: 1379273 

Bank Code: 60050101 

IBAN: DE23600501010001379273 

BIC: SOLA DE ST 

Please do not transfer any money before you are asked to!

Table of Contents page 

1. General Information about the Admissions Process….…………………………………………………………….………………………..….….4 

1.1 Requirements for Admission……………………………………………………………………….……..............................................….….4 

1.2 Restriction on Admission…………………………………………………………………………....………….………...........................…..…4 

1.3 Application Form for Admission………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….4 

1.4 Master Programmes and Deadlines for the Application ……...……………………………..……………………………………….. ….…..4 

1.5 Contacts………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………………………….……5 

2. Requirements for Admission and Selection Criteria for each Master Programme…………………..………………………………..……....6 

2.1 General Information about the Requirements for Admission and Selection Criteria………………………………………….…….……...6 

2.2 Bachelor’s degree not yet completed……………… …………………………………………………………………………………….……...6 

2.3 Information about the individual Master Programmes…..……………………………………………………………………….……. …………6 

2.3.1 Master of Arts – History………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….………..6 

2.3.2 Master of Arts – Intercultural German Studies……………………………………………………………………………...……….7 

2.3.3 Master of Arts – Culture in the Process of the Modern Age……………………………………………………….………………..7 

2.3.4 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: English / American Studies……………………………………………………..………..8 

2.3.5 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: German Studies...………………………………………………………….…….………8 

2.3.6 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: History….... ……………………………………………………………………....………..8 

2.3.7 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: French Studies………………………………………………………..………… ………..9 

2.3.8 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: Hispanic Studies..………………………………………………………………..………..9 

2.3.9 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: Italian Studies…………………………………………………………….………………9 

2.3.10 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: Philosophy.. ……………………………………………………….……………..………10 

2.3.11 Master of Arts – Media and Communication Studies……….…………………………………………………….…………..…….10 

2.3.12 Master of Arts – Political Science………………........................................................................................................ ………10 

2.3.13 Master of Arts – Sociology…..……………………………………………………………………………………………….. ….......11 

2.3.14 Master of Arts – Language and Communication………………………………………………………………………….. ………11 

2.3.15 Master of Science – Economics ………………………….………………………………………………………….……………..11 

2.3.16 Master of Science - Mannheim Master in Management……..…………………………….…………………………….. ……..12 

2.3.17 Master of Science – Psychology – with focal point on Social and Cognitive Psychology………………………………….…12 

2.3.18 Master of Science – Psychology - with focal point on Economic Psychology …………………………………….…… ………12 

2.3.19 Master of Science – Business Informatics………………………………………………………………………….……….………13 

2.3.20 Master of Science – Business Mathematics….……………………………………………………………….…………….………13 

2.3.21 Master of Science – Business Education…... ……………………………………….…..………………………………..………13 

2.3.22 Master of Comparative Law (M.C.L.)………………………………………………………………………………………. ………13 

2.3.23 Master of Laws (LL.M)……………………………………………………………………………………….………………. ……..14 

3. The Application Process of the University Mannheim….…………………………..…………………………..……………….…………..……..14 

3.1 Documents to hand in …………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………….. ………15 

3.2 Important Information about the Application Form for Admission……………………………………………………………..…….. ……..15 

3.2.1 Confirmation of Receipt………………………………………………………………………..……………………….… ………16 

3.2.2 Subsequent documents / Extended Deadlines……….……………………………………………………….................……...16 

3.2.3 Proof of knowledge of foreign languages ..……………………………………………………………………….……… …….16 

3.2.4 Proof of German language skills …….………………………………………………………………………………………. …….18 

3.2.5 GMAT…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……..18 

3.2.6 Proof of extracurricular Qualifications ……….………………………………………………………………..…………….. ………18 

3.2.7 Letter of Acceptance………………….……………………………………………………………..……………………………..18 

3.2.8 Exclusion from the Application process.…………………………………………………………………………………….……..19 

3.2.9 Admission by drawing lots ………………………………………………………………………………………..………….. …….19 

3.2.10 Hardship……………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………. ….19 

Further Information…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…....19 

4.1 Semester Contribution…...………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………19 

4.2 Course Catalogue ……..…………………………………………………………………………………….………………………….…….. …....20 

4.3 Representative for students with special needs……………………………………………………………………………………………....20 

4.4 Studentenwerk…………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………..…………. …....20 

4.5 Course Guidance………………………………………………………………………………………..…………….…………………….. .……20 

5. Important Dates……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…....20 

6. Contacts for more information…….…………..…………………………………………………………………………………………….……… ....…21

1. General Information about the Admissions Process 

1.1 General Application Requirements 

The University of Mannheim operates its own selection processes for the graduate courses of study. In 

principle, the Master Programmes are consecutive, which means they require a corresponding 

Bachelor course of study as defined by the Statutes of Selection. The Bachelor’s degree could be 

passed either at a university in Germany or at a university abroad as well as at a “Berufsakademie” ( a 

state-certified university of cooperative education) or at a University of Applied Sciences. 

1.2 Restriction on Admission 

All university places in the Master Programmes offered by the University of Mannheim are allocated to 

the applicants by a selection process and are restricted on admission. The online application is 

obligatory. 

1.3 Application Form for Admission 

In the application process for the Master Programmes, you are allowed to submit up to three 

Application Forms for Admission each containing one main request for the spring term 2013. All 

Application Forms are treated equally. Please consider the different Requirements for Admission and 

Selection Criteria of the Master Programmes. 

1.4 Master Programmes and Deadlines for the Application 

In the following, you will get a first overview of the Master Programmes offered by the University of 

Mannheim. In case you are or were enrolled in a similar Master Programme, please apply for a higher 

subject-related semester. 

The deadlines for the spring term 2013 are listed in the table below. Please note: These are final 

deadlines, which means the Application Form for Admission together with all the required documents 

must have arrived at the Admissions Office by the specific deadline. 

Application to the Admissions Office 

Master Programmes 

Application deadlines 

for the fall 

term 2013/2014 

Application deadlines 

for the spring term 

2013 

Course 

language 

Economics (Volkswirtschaftslehre) 

Intercultural German Studies 

Political Science 

15.03. – 30.04. 

Application only for the fall 

term! 

English 

German 

English 

Sociology German 

History 

01.10.-15.11. German 

Culture in the Process of the Modern Age 

Culture and Business: 

*01.10.-15.11.** German 

- English/American Studies 

- German Studies 

- 

- 

History 

French Studies 

01.10.-15.11. German 

- 

- 

Hispanic Studies 

Italian Studies 

15.03. – 31.05. 

- Philosophy 

Mannheim Master in Management 

Master of Laws 

Language and Communication 


term! 

German/ English 

German 

German 

Media and Communication Studies German 

Business Education *01.10.-15.11.** German 

Master of Comparative Law 

English 

Psychology: 

- with focal point on Economic 

Psychology 

- with focal point on Social and 

Cognitive Psychology 

15.03. – 15.07 


term! 

German 

Business Mathematics 01.10.-15.11 German 

Business Informatics 

(*Allocation of study places only if places are available.) 

(** No places are available for the spring term 2013.) 

*01.10.-15.11. German/ English

Academic Programmes of the Mannheim Business School (with costs) 

Mannheim Master of Accounting & Taxation Application to be directed to the Mannheim Business School 

Mannheim MBA 

Mannheim & Tongji Executive MBA 

ESSEC & Mannheim Executive MBA 

More information on the programmes can be found here: 

http://www.mannheim-business-school.com 

Email: info@mba-mannheim.com 

1.5 Contacts 

From spring term 2013 on, the Admissions Office is the central office for all applicants (German as well 

as foreign applicants). 

Therefore, you apply to the Admissions Office if you 

• are a German citizen 

• have got a German University Entrance Qualification 

• have got a Bachelor’s degree acquired in Germany (even if you do not get your degree until the 

beginning of the spring term) 

and 

• if you are a foreign applicant without a German University Entrance Qualification or a 

Bachelor’s degree acquired in Germany 

If you have any questions, please write an email to: bewerbung@uni-mannheim.de 

The International Office also provides a variety of information for international degree-seeking 

students on their website. Please visit the website http://www.uni-mannheim.de/aaa . Some 

information that you need may not be included in this brochure. 

Chinese, Mongolian and Vietnamese applicants additionally require the original Certificate of the 

Academic Test Centre of their home country. Contacts: German Embassy in Beijing (www.aps.org.cn) 

or the German Embassy in Ulan Bator (www.ulan-bator.diplo.de) or the German Embassy in Hanoi 

(www.hanoi.diplo.de). 

Many questions are very subject-specific. In this case, please contact the departmental advisory 

service: 

• History 

• Culture in the Process of the Modern Age 

• Culture and Business 

• Media and Communication Studies 

• Language and Communication 

� Economics 

� Intercultural German Studies 

� Mannheim Master in Management 

� Master of Comparative Law 

� Master of Laws 

� Political Science 

� Sociology 

� Psychology 

� Business Informatics 

� Business Mathematics 

� Business Education 

Andreas Wagenknecht 

Tel.: 0621/181-2160 

Rima Ashour 

Tel.: 0621/181-1763 

Regine Zeller 

Tel: 0621/181-2319 

(Secretary) 

Julia Dreisbach 

Tel.: 0621/181-1421 

Berkant Zeyrek 

Tel.: 0621/181-1321 

Kristina Helmer 

Tel.: 0621/181-1309 

Margarita Maklakova 

Tel.: 0621/181-2188 

Tina Penga 

Tel.: 0621/181-2790 

Britta Düvelmeyer 

Tel.: 0621/181-2663 

Noemi Huber 

Tel.: 0621/181-2415 

Charlotte Köller 

Tel.: 0621/181-2194 

master@phil.uni-mannheim.de 

http://master.phil.uni-mannheim.de/masterstudiengaenge 

econgrad@uni-mannheim.de 

http://master.vwl.uni-mannheim.de 

regine-zeller@uni-mannheim.de 

http://master.phil.uni-mannheim.de/masterstudiengaenge 

masterinfo@bwl.uni-mannheim.de 

www.mmm.uni-mannheim.de 

mcl@jura.uni-mannheim.de 

http://mcl.uni-mannheim.de 

fachstudienberatung@jura.uni-mannheim.de 

http://www.jura.uni-mannheim.de 

powi-soz@sowi.uni-mannheim.de 

http://www.sowi.uni-mannheim.de 

tina.penga@sowi.uni-mannheim.de 

http://www.sowi.uni-mannheim.de 

duevelmeyer@wim.uni-mannheim.de 

http://www.wim.uni-mannheim.de 

huber@wim.uni-mannheim.de 

http://www.wim.uni-mannheim.de 

koeller@bwl.uni-mannheim.de 

http://ebner.bwl.uni-mannheim.de

2. Requirements for Admission and Selection Criteria for each Master Programme 

2.1 General Information about the Requirements for Admission and Selection Criteria 

Requirements for Admission of each of the Master Programmes can be found in the Selection Statutes 

(German only) which can be downloaded on the following website: 

http://bewerbung.unimannheim.de/1/english/study_programmes_constitutions_of_selection/index.html 

You need to apply for each of the offered Master Programmes in due time and form. 

In the appendix of the printed Application Form for Admission, you will find a checklist which will list all 

necessary documents clearly structured. Please read this checklist carefully, since incomplete 

applications have to be excluded from the admissions process. 

2.2 Bachelor’s degree not yet completed 

If you have not yet completed your Bachelor’s degree within the application deadline, you may still 

apply for a Master Programme. However, you need to have successfully completed a certain amount of 

ECTS as stated in the Selection Statute. To prove the number of ECTS, please send in a current 

Transcript of Records. This document (original, bearing the official stamp and a signature of the 

university) has to arrive at the Admissions Office before the deadline of the application. 

Please note: Transcripts of Records containing a verification link or code can only be accepted if this 

document can be downloaded completely. 

Please note: If the Bachelor’s degree has not been completed by the end of application period, the 

admission to a Master Programme is preliminary as you have to hand in your Bachelor’s degree to the 

University of Mannheim until the first registration for an exam. If you do not send in this document in 

due time, your acceptance to the Master Programme expires. 

2.3 Information about the individual Master Programmes 

In the following, you will get an overview of the important criteria which are essential for the application 

(Requirements for Admission) and those which are not obligatory but may enhance your chances in 

getting a university place (Selection Criteria). Please note: Many of the offered Master Programmes 

require the proof of good German language skills. These programmes are highlighted in yellow. 

The University of Mannheim offers several courses in English within the Master Programmes in order to 

prepare the graduates for an internationally oriented career. Programmes that are completely taught in 

English are the following: M.A. Political Science, M.Sc. Economics as well as the Master of 

Comparative Law. The Mannheim Master in Management (M.Sc.) as well as the M.Sc. in Business 

Informatics also offer an all-English track. 

2.3.1 Master of Arts – History 

Requirements for Admission Selection Criteria 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in History or a subject-related 

degree which was completed with a grade of at 

least „good“ (German Grade equivalent 2,5) or 

better at a university in Germany or abroad (also 

“Berufsakademie”); Standard period of study: at 

least 3 years 

• Proof of good German language skills 1 

• In case that an applicant does not satisfy individual 

requirements, the Selection Board may decide 

individually. 

1 For more information on the proof of good German language skills, please see 3.2.4 

• The final grade or - for students still completing 

their degree - the average grade of the marks so far 

of the Bachelor’s degree 

• Relevant essay in German of up to 5 pages about a 

historical issue 

• Relevant publications 

• Stays abroad lasting several months 

• Relevant awards 

• There may be selection interviews.

2.3.2 Master of Arts – Intercultural German Studies 


• A completed Bachelor’s degree in German studies 

or an equivalent recognized degree in humanities 

or cultural studies which was completed with a 

grade of at least „good“ (German Grade equivalent 

2,5) or better at a university in Germany or abroad 

(also “Berufsakademie”); Standard period of study: 

at least 3 years 


• Proof of good English language skills (Level B2 2 ) 



individually. 




• Letter of Motivation in English with a maximum of 

500 words containing: 

• Motivation for the Master Programme in German 

Studies 

• Reasons for the selection of the binational Master 

Programme offered by the University of Mannheim 

and the University of Waterloo 

• Planned focal point during the Master study 

• Professional aims 

• Relevance of the completed Bachelor’s degree 

• Relevant professional activities (professional 

training, internships 3 , working experience) 

• Stays abroad (High School Year, Au-Pair, civilian 

service/ internship abroad, semester abroad) 

• Scientific presentations and publications 

• Relevant awards and voluntary work 

• There may be selection interviews. 

The Joint Master Programme in Intercultural German Studies is offered by both universities – the University of 

Mannheim as well as the University of Waterloo (Canada). Two terms are to be spent at the corresponding partner 

university. 

2.3.3 Master of Arts – Culture in the Process of the Modern Age 


• A completed Bachelor’s degree in Literature or a 

Philology or an equivalent recognized degree in 

humanities containing at least one basic module in 

literature or equivalent performances which was 

completed with a grade of at least „good“ (German 

Grade equivalent 2,5) or better at a university in 

Germany or abroad (also “Berufsakademie”); 

Standard period of study: at least 3 years 

• If one of the following languages is selected as 

focal point, proofs of the language of at least level 

C1 2 are required: English, French, Spanish 

• If the focal point is to be German: language skills 

(level B2 2 ) in English, French or Spanish are 

required 




individually. 




• Grade of the relevant major field of study 

(Literature) 

• Letter of Motivation in German with a minimum of 


• Motivation for the chosen Master Programme 

• Reasons for the selection of the Master Programme 

offered by the University of Mannheim 








• Voluntary work 

2 The “Common European Framework of Reference” was developed by the European Council to standardise the levels of 

language skills in Europe. Level A corresponds to an elementary level, level B corresponds to a sufficient level and level C 

corresponds to a competent level. Each level is divided into different sub-levels. Level C1 corresponds to an advanced level, 

level C2 corresponds to almost mother-tongue level. 

3 Compulsory internships cannot be considered

2.3.4 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: English/ American Studies 


• A completed Bachelor’s degree in Culture and 

Business English / American Studies or an 

equivalent recognized degree in humanities or 

business studies which was completed with a grade 

of at least „good“ (German Grade equivalent 2,5) or 



least 3 years 

• The Bachelor’s degree has to contain at least 36 

ECTS in Business Administration as well as one 

basic and one advanced module in cultural studies 

or equivalent performances in English / American 

studies 

• Proof of English language skills (Level C1 2 ) 

• Proof of good German languages skills 1 




• Letter of Motivation in English with a maximum of 








individually. 








2.3.5 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: German Studies 



Business German Studies or an equivalent 

recognized degree in humanities or business 

studies which was completed with a grade of at 




least 3 years 




or equivalent performances in German studies 





• Letter of Motivation in German with a maximum of 








individually. 








2.3.6 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: History 



Business History or an equivalent degree which 

was completed with a grade of at least „good“ 

(German Grade equivalent 2,5) or better at a 

university in Germany or abroad (also 


least 3 years 


ECTS in Business Administration 





• Relevant essay in German of up to 5 pages about a 

historical issue 

• Relevant publications 




individually. 


• There may be selection interviews.

2.3.7. Master of Arts – Culture and Business: French Studies 



Business French Studies or an equivalent 






least 3 years 




or equivalent performances in French studies 

• Proof of good French languages skills (level C1 2 ) 





• Letter of Motivation in French with a maximum of 








individually. 








2.3.8 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: Hispanic Studies 



Business: Hispanic Studies or an equivalent 






least 3 years 




or equivalent performances in Hispanistic studies 

• Proof of good Spanish languages skills (level C1 2 ) 





• Letter of Motivation in Spanish with a maximum of 








individually. 








2.3.9 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: Italian Studies 



Business: Italian Studies or an equivalent 






least 3 years 




or equivalent performances in Italian studies 

• Proof of good Italian languages skills (level C1 2 ) 





• Letter of Motivation in Italian with a maximum of 









individually. 






• Voluntary work

2.3.10 Master of Arts – Culture and Business: Philosophy 



Business: Philosophy or an equivalent recognized 

degree in humanities or business studies which 

was completed with a grade of at least „good“ 

(German Grade equivalent 2,5) or better at a 



least 3 years 


ECTS in Business Administration as well as 48 

ECTS in Philosophy or humanities 





• Letter of Motivation in German with a maximum of 








individually. 






• Relevant publications and awards 

• There may be selection interviews 

2.3.11 Master of Arts – Media and Communication Studies 


• A completed Bachelor’s degree in Media and 

Communication Studies or an equivalent 

recognized degree in humanities or social sciences 

which was completed with a grade of at least 

„good“ (German Grade equivalent 2,5) or better at a 



least 3 years 


ECTS in Media and Communication Studies as well 


• Proof of good English language skills 4 




• Letter of Motivation in German or English with a 

maximum of 500 words containing: 







individually. 








2.3.12 Master of Arts – Political Science 


• A Bachelor’s degree in Political Science or an 

equivalent degree recognized by the Selection 

Board, which was completed with a grade of at 

least "good" (German Grade equivalent 2,5) or 


“Berufsakademie”). Standard course duration: at 

least 3 years 





• Proof of good performances in the field of Methods 

of Empirical Research and Statistics (with a grade 

of at least "good" (2.5 or better) 

• A letter of motivation in English with a maximum of 

500 words. 

• Proof of good performances in the field of Methods • A text sample in English or German (max. 3000 


of at least "good" (2.5) or better). 

words) 

4 For further Information about good English language skills, see point 3.2.3

2.3.13 Master of Arts – Sociology 

Requirements for Admisssion Selection Criteria 

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Science or an 


Board, which was completed with a grade of at 

least "good" (German Grade equivalent 2.5) or 


“Berufsakademie”). Standard course duration: at 

least 3 years 








of at least "good" (2.5 or better). 

• A letter of motivation in English or German with a 

maximum of 500 words. 

• A text sample in English or German (max. 3000 



of at least "good" (2.5) or better). 

words) 

2.3.14 Master of Arts – Language and Communication 


• A completed Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics or in a 

Philology or an equivalent recognized degree in 

humanities which was completed with a grade of at 




least 3 years 





individually. 




• Grade of the relevant major field of study 

(linguistics) 

• Letter of Motivation in German or English with a 

maximum of 500 words containing: 












2.3.15 Master of Science – Economics 


• A completed Bachelor’s degree (standard course 

duration: at least 3 years) in economics or an 


Board 

• A final grade (grade point average) of at least 2.5 

(German grading system) 

• A “Letter of Motivation” in English (max. 500 words) 

• Proof of very good English language skills 4 

Selection is based on (1) a review by two members of 

the Selection Board and (2) the grade point average of 

the Bachelor's degree. 

ad (1) The following documents, that have to be 

submitted with the application, are considered in the 

review: 

• Letter of Motivation 

• Transcript of Records listing all course (credits and 

grades) 

Individual exceptions and alternative requirements are • Two Letters of Recommendation from different 

subject to the Selection Board’s decision. 

professors 5 . 

Additionally, the following documents can be submitted 

and included in the review: 

• An academic essay written by the applicant in 

German or English (max. 10 pages) 

• Additional documents proving academic 

achievements of the applicant 

• Certificates and documents about stays abroad or 

work experience demonstrating the qualification 

and motivation of the applicant 

• Grades of the University Entrance Qualification 

5 For further information concerning the Letters of Reference, please have a look on our website

2.3.16 Master of Science – Mannheim Master in Management 


• A completed Bachelor’s degree in Business 

Administration or an equivalent recognized degree 

in a business-related study course completed at a 



least 3 years 


ECTS in Business Administration 

• Proof of good German languages skills (for the 

German-English track only) 1 



for the Bachelor’s degree. 

• Result of the GMAT 

• Commercial or comparable relevant professional 

activities 

• Semester abroad (during the Bachelor study 

programme) 

• GMAT with a result of at least 550 Credits (see point 

3.2.5) 

• Extraordinary achievements or qualifications 

The new Selection Statute of the Mannheim Master in Management provides two tracks: a German-English track as well as an 

English track. Applicants for the German-English track need to prove German language skills (see point 3.2.4). 

You can only apply for one track. Applications for both tracks are not possible. Furthermore, it is not possible to change the track 

within the study programme. 

2.3.17 Master of Science – Psychology with focal point on Social and Cognitive Psychology 


• a) A completed Bachelor’s degree in Psychology 

or b) an equivalent recognized degree containing 

at least 50% in Psychology completed at a 



least 3 years 

• In case of b) the following contents of study have 

to be proven: 

1) “Quantative, statistical or mathematical research 

methods“ (at least 10 ECTS) 

2) “Empirical or experimental research methods“ (at least 

10 ECTS) 

3) “Test theory or psychological diagnostics “ (at least 10 

ECTS) 

4) “Cognitive Psychology (Perception, learning, memory, 

thinking, emotion, motivation or language)“ (at least 10 

ECTS) 

5) “Social psychology“ (at least 6 ECTS) 

6) “Biological or Physiological Psychology (at least 6 

ECTS) for the elective "Clinical Psychology" 

7) “Clinical Psychology“ (at least. 8 ECTS) for the elective 

"Clinical Psychology" 


• Grade of the University Entrance Qualification 


their degree - the average grade of the marks so 

far for the Bachelor’s degree. 

• Result of the Admissions Test (optional) 

• Exceptional qualifications relevant to the study 

programme, e.g. internships (lasting at least 3 

months), professional education, relevant stays 

abroad, awards, etc. 

2.3.18 Master of Science – Psychology with focal point on Economic Psychology 


• a) A completed Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or 

b) an equivalent recognized degree containing at 

least 50% in Psychology completed at a university 

in Germany or abroad (also “Berufsakademie”); 

Standard period of study: at least 3 years 

• In case of b) the following contents of study have to 

be proven: 

1) “Quantative, statistical or mathematical research 

methods“ (at least 10 ECTS) 

2) “Empirical or experimental research methods“ (at least 10 

ECTS) 

3) “Test theory or psychological diagnostics “ (at least 10 

ECTS) 

4) “Cognitive Psychology (Perception, learning, memory, 

thinking, emotion, motivation or language)“ (at least 10 

ECTS) 

5) “Social psychology“ (at least 6 ECTS) 

6) "Industrial and Organisational Psychology or Consumer 

Psychology)" (at least 8 ECTS) 


• Grade of the University Entrance Qualification 

• The final grade or - for students still completing their 

degree - the average grade of the marks so far for 

the Bachelor’s degree. 

• Result of the Admissions Test (optional) 

• Exceptional qualifications relevant to the study 

programme, e.g. internships (lasting at least 3 

months), professional education, relevant stays 

abroad, awards, etc.

2.3.19 Master of Science –Business Informatics 



Informatics or a recognized equivalent degree in 

business studies or computer science at a 


Berufsakademie). Standard period of study: at least 

3 years 




for the Bachelor’s degree 

• Commercial, computer science or comparable 

relevant professional activities (vocational training, 

professional experience or internships), special 

achievement or qualifications which are particularly 

indicative of aptitude for the selected postgraduate 

degree 

• There may be selection interviews. 

2.3.20 Master of Science – Business Mathematics 



Mathematics or a recognized equivalent degree in 

business/economics or computer science which 

was completed with a grade of at least “good” or 

better (German Grade equivalent 2.8) at a 


Berufsakademie). Standard period of study: at least 

3 years. The Bachelor’s degree has to contain at 

least 80 ECTS in Mathematics as well as 30 ECTS 

in Business Administration. 






training, internships, working experience) 

• Semester abroad (during the Bachelor study 

programme) 

2.3.21 Master of Science – Business Education 



Education or a recognized equivalent degree in 

business studies completed at a university in 

Germany or abroad (also Berufsakademie). 

Standard period of study: at least 3 years. 

• Prove of specialised knowledge according to the 

relevant courses as mentioned in the current 

examinations regulations of the B.Sc. in Business 

Education 





2.3.22 Master of Comparative Law (M.C.L.) Mannheim/ Adelaide 

This Master programme lasts one year. The programme starts at the University of Mannheim and will be continued 

at the University in Adelaide (Australia). The tuition fee amounts to 8500 Euro. 

Requirements for Admissions Selection Criteria 

• A law degree or another degree if at least 20 ECTS 

(or equivalent) have been acquired in law-related 

subjects. Overall, applicants must have completed 

at least 240 ECTS or 4 years of study prior to 

starting the programme. 

• Letter of Motivation in English with a maximum of 2 

pages 






• Relevant professional activities (vocational training, 

professional experience or internships), relevant 

achievements or qualifications which are 

particularly indicative of aptitude for the selected 

post-graduate degree 

• Extraordinary academic achievements

2.3.23 Master of Laws (LL.M) 

Requirements for Admissions Selection Criteria 

• A completed Bachelor’s degree in legal studies or a 

recognized equivalent degree in business studies 

with a minimum of 16 ECTS in legal courses 

completed at a university in Germany or abroad 

(also Berufsakademie). Standard period of study: at 

least 3 years. 

• Letter of Motivation (max. 2 pages in German or 

English) 



3. The Application Process of the University of Mannheim 





• Relevant professional activities, stays abroad as 

well as relevant awards and voluntary activities 

• Extraordinary academic achievements 

The University of Mannheim offers its applicants a two-stage application process. Firstly, you have to 

apply online; secondly, you send your Application Form for Admission together with all the required 

documents by post to the Admissions Office. 

Application deadlines for the spring term 2013 are listed below: 

• History 

• Culture and Business: 

• English / American Studies 

• German Studies 

• History 

• French Studies 

• Hispanic Studies 

• Italian Studies 

• Philosophy 

• Business Mathematics 

• Business Informatics 

• Culture in the Process of the Modern Age 

• Business Education 

Application period: 

01.10.2012 to 15.11.2012 

Application period: 

01.10.2012 to 15.11.2012 

Please note: Application only if 

places are available! 

No places are available in spring 

term 2013! 

In order to apply, please use the online application portal of the University of Mannheim: 

www.bewerbung.uni-mannheim.de 

On this website, you will also find information about all study programmes offered by the University of 

Mannheim as well as contents and requirements of the various programmes. 

Furthermore, our website offers more information concerning everything which is important for 

application and enrolment. Therefore, most questions should be covered. However, if questions arise, 

please do not hesitate to contact us: 

bewerbung@uni-mannheim.de

3.1 Documents to hand in 

The online application is obligatory for each Master Programme. After entering all data online, please 

print the Application Form for Admission. We would ask you not to change any data by hand on the 

printed form without contacting the Admissions Office. Please send in amongst others the following 

documents by post to the Admissions Office (Postal Address see point 3.2) 

1) Printed and signed Application Form for Admission 

2) University Entrance Qualification (e.g. “High School Diploma”, “Attestat”, etc.) or a subjectrestricted 

Higher Entrance Qualification acquired in Germany or abroad. Please note: A degree 

which has been obtained at a German University is also a University Entrance Qualification 

3) Proof of the requirements of your chosen Master Programme (e.g. authenticated Transcript of 

Records, proof of required language skills, etc.) 

4) Certificate of Enrolment which lists all terms and subject-related semesters for periods of study 

at a German university 

5) Curriculum Vitae in table form 

In the appendix of the Application Form for Admission, you will find a list which will help you to compile 

all documents. Please read this list attentively since application forms not handed in in due time 

and form have to be excluded from the admissions process. 

All documents which prove the requirements for admission (see point 2.3) have to be handed in as 

authenticated copies. 

Please note: foreign documents could only be accepted either in German or English. If your documents 

are written in another language, a translation into German or English is necessary, additionally. All 

records and Transcripts of Records need to be translated by a sworn translator. The module catalogue, 

plan of studies and the examination regulations (especially relevant for the Mannheim Master in 

Management as well as for the Master in Business Informatics) can be translated by any other person if 

your university testifies the correctness by an official stamp and signature. 

Please note: Transcripts of Records bearing a verification link or code may only be accepted if the 

document can be downloaded completely. 

3.2 Important information concerning the Application Form for Admission 

After you have filled in all data in the online Application Form for Admission, please print the document. 

Afterwards, you have to sign it and send the form together with the requested records and proofs to 

the Admissions Office. In the appendix of the Application Form for Admission, you will find a checklist 

that will help you to check whether your documents are complete. 

Only Application Forms for Admission which have been filled in completely, which are signed and which 

contain all the relevant documents can participate in the admissions process. Furthermore, the 

application has to arrive until the according application deadline at the Admissions Office. 

We regret that we are unable to accept applications made outside of the application period. You cannot 

refer to documents you sent in during an earlier application process or to documents that are in files of 

the University Mannheim. The documents in support of an application become property of the 

University Mannheim and will not be returned. We appreciate your understanding in this matter. 

Please do not send in: Original documents, photographs, an insurance certificate, a proof that you have 

paid the semester contribution, a self-addressed stamped envelope. 

Avoid loose-leaf binders and paper clips. Please only use a filing fastener like the one below:

Please punch holes in your documents and fix them with a filing fastener. Then send the Application 

Form for Admission to 

Universität Mannheim 

Bewerbungs- und Zulassungsstelle 



3.2.1 Confirmation of Receipt 

The use of the online application portal offers you the opportunity to log into your personal applicant 

portal. In the application portal, you are able to check the status of your application. In order to do so, 

please log into the application portal, go to “Application Management” and click on “status” next to the 

application number. 

3.2.2 Subsequent documents 

Ideally, you send us all the requested documents and do not have to send in subsequent documents. 

However, if you have already sent your documents in support of an application and want to hand in 

further documents (e.g. your Bachelor’s Degree), you can use the form for subsequent documents that 

can be downloaded in the application portal. Please use this form also if we request for any documents. 

You will find the form after you have finished your online application if you click on “Application 

Management”. Please note: Subsequent documents have to arrive at the Admissions Office by post 

until the application deadline, too. 

3.2.3 Proof of knowledge of foreign languages 

For some of the Master Programmes, applicants have to prove a minimum of English language skills. 

If you intend to apply for the Master Programme “Business Informatics” this requirement is fulfilled if 

� you have completed a first degree in English. 

� you have acquired a University Entrance Qualification at a school with English as language of 

instruction. 

If this is not the case, students must present one of the following test results as proof of language 

proficiency: 

� Test of English as a Foreign Language: 

� Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) with a score of at least 79 points 

� TOEFL Computer-Based Test (CBT) with a score of at least 213 points 

� TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT) with a score of at least 550 points 

� Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) to at least Level C. 

� Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) to at least Level C. 

� International English Language Testing System - Academic Test (IELTS) to at least Band 

6.0. 

� General Management Admission Test (GMAT) with a score of at least 500 points 

� Graduate Record Examination (GRE), General test at least 60% in Verbal Reasoning and 

at least 80% in Quantitative Reasoning 

� Language test offered by the Universität Mannheim Service und Marketing GmbH with at 

least level B2 in the fields Listening Comprehension, Written Language, Spoken Language 

and Reading Comprehension. 

Important: The result of the language test will not be accepted if it is older than 5 years. 

The Selection Board may decide on exceptions. 

Please note: The proof of English language skills for this Master Programme may be handed in until 

January, 15 th 2013 for the spring term 2013. 

If you intend to apply for the Master in Economics the following proofs of your English language 

proficiency will be accepted:

a. a University Entrance Qualification acquired after at least 2 years of study at a school with 

English as language of instruction. 

b. Participation in a university programme with English as language of instruction for at least 1 

year. 

If a or b is not the case, you must present one of the following test results: 

• Test of English as a Foreign Language: 

o Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) with a score of at least 79 points. 

o TOEFL Computer-Based Test (CBT) with a score of at least 213 points. 

o TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT) with a score of at least 550 points. 

Important: Test results will not be accepted if they are older than 2 years. 

The Selection Board may decide on exceptions. 

Applicants who intend to apply for the Master of Laws (LL.M.) or the Master of Comparative Law 

(M.C.L.) need to hand in: 

a. All-English University Entrance Qualification (all subjects in English; classes lasting a 

minimum of one year) 

b. Participation in an English study programme for at least 1 year 

c. If a or b is not the case, students must present one of the following test results as proof of 

language proficiency: 


� Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) with a score of at least 90 points 

� IELTS of at least 6.5 

� Or an equivalent test result 

The Master programmes in Culture and Business as well as the Master programme Culture in the 

Process of the Modern Age require the proof of language skills according to the chosen focal point on 

level C1. For more information, please refer to the Selection Statutes as well as to point 2.3. 

Applicants who intend to apply for the other Master Programmes need to hand in: 

a. A proof of the constant participation in English classes during the last two years in grammarschool 

with a minimum of grades recorded on the record of the University Entrance 

Qualification (see the relevant “selection statute”) 

b. All-English University Entrance Qualification (all subjects in English) 

c. Completion of a first degree in English. 

d. If a, b or c is not the case, students must present one of the following test results as proof of 

language proficiency: 


� Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) with a score of at least 79 points. 

� TOEFL Computer-Based Test (CBT) with a score of at least 213 points. 

� TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT) with a score of at least 550 points. 

� Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) to at least Level C. 

� Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) to at least Level C. 

� International English Language Testing System - Academic Test (IELTS) to at least 

score 6.0. 

If you intend to pass a language test, you have to send in the result either as an original or as an 

authenticated copy within the application period. Furthermore, you have to gain the minimum grades. If 

you want to pass a TOEFL iBT and want the institution to send the result directly to the University of 

Mannheim, please use the Institution Code "0254". 

Please bear in mind that it may take several weeks until the result will be sent. If you are not sure 

whether the result will arrive in due time, please send in the following documents: 

• Print of your online TOEFL result: please confirm that the Admissions Office is allowed to check 

your result online by your signature 

• Log in data (user name and password) 

Some of the Master Programmes offer an extended deadline for language test results. Please check 

point 3.2.2 whether your chosen Master programme offers this possibility.

The language tests TOEFL and IELTS could be passed at the University of Mannheim, Service and 

Marketing GmbH. For questions, please contact Ms. Maria Collado, Office hours: Tuesday - Thursday 

09.00am-12.00am, 2.00pm-5.00pm; phone: 0621/181-1164; email: studiumgenerale@service.unimannheim.de. 

3.2.4 Proof of German language skills 

For some of the Master Programmes, applicants have to prove a minimum of German language skills. 

The following proofs can be accepted: 

a. All-German University Entrance Qualification 

b. Completed Degree in a German study programme 

If a. or b. are not the case, applicants need to pass one of the following tests: 

� Test DaF, with an average of at least 4 points 

� „Deutsche Sprachprüfung zum Hochschulzugang (DSH)“ passed with at least grade 2 

(DSH 2) 

� German „Sprachdiplom“ of the „Kultusministerkonferenz“ (DSD II) 

� passed „Feststellungsprüfung“ at a „Studienkolleg“ of a German University or the 

University of Applied Sciences Konstanz 

Applicants who can prove one of the following qualifications by sending in according certificates do not 

have to pass one of the above-mentioned tests in addition: 

� All-German University Entrance Qualification acquired in a state or region having German 

as official language 

� Completed Degree in a German study programme acquired in a state or region having 

German as official language 

� „Hochschulreifeprüfung nach der Ordnung der Prüfung zur Erlangung eines Zeugnisses der 

deutschen Hochschulreife an deutschen Schulen im Ausland, die zum 

Sekundarschulabschluss nach den Landesbestimmungen führen“ 

� Goethe-Certificate C2: „Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom“ 

� Report of the „Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung (ZOP)“ of the Goethe-Institute passed at an 

Goethe-Institute in Germany or abroad before January, 1 st 2012 

� „Kleines Deutsches Sprachdiplom“ or „Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom“ awarded by the 

„Goethe-Institute“ by order of the “L.-Maximilians-University Munich passed before January, 

1 st 2012 

3.2.5 GMAT 

If you want to pass a GMAT and you want the institution to send the result to the University of 

Mannheim please select the relevant study programme (e.g. Mannheim Master in Management) and 

the name of our university. 

Important: You need to pass the GMAT with at least 550 credits. Only the „Official Score Report/ 

School Copy” can be accepted as proof. Please keep in mind that the delivery may take several 

weeks. The electronic transmission may take up to one week, too. 

3.2.6 Proof of extra-curricular qualifications 

If you want to prove extra-curricular qualifications in your application, you have to hand in documents 

which state your activities and qualifications. You may use the form “Certificate of Extracurricular 

Qualifications”, which can be found on the website www.bewerbung.uni-mannheim.de for download. Of 

course, you may also send in records or proofs that you already have obtained by e.g. companies. 

3.2.7 Letter of Acceptance 

Usually, the applicants for Master Programmes receive their decision shortly after the close of the 

deadline. 

If you expect not to be at home when the notifications are delivered, we advise you to have another 

person authorized who may open your post and inform you. Further information about the process of 

enrolment could be found in the admissions documents. 

In general, notifications are sent by post. However, applicants may choose to have the notification sent 

electronically, too.

3.2.8 Exclusion from the process 

Please note: An Application Form for Admission has to be excluded from the admissions process, if 

you did not respect the deadlines, or if you did not send in all (!) the required documents (Section 5 

Paragraph 1 University Allocation Regulation). Therefore, please use the checklist in the appendix of 

the Application Form to check the completeness of your documents! In case of trials concerning 

restricted study programmes, the University of Mannheim reserves the right to be represented by a 

lawyer. 

3.2.9 Admission by drawing lots 

If there are still university places left free or have become vacant again at the time of completion of the 

allocation process, these places will be allocated by drawing lots. 

In order to take part in this procedure, you are required to apply separately (detailed information on due 

time and form are to be found below). 

Important: Prospect students who have already applied regularly have to apply separately in 

order to be considered! You do not automatically take part in the allocation by drawing lots! 

Applications for this procedure for postgraduate degrees (Master) have to be filed until 15 th August for 

the fall term and until 1 st February for the spring/summer term (provided that there are admissions for 

the spring/summer term). 

1. Form: The application needs to be handed in in written form. For each study programme a separate 

application is required. Informal style is sufficient. 

2. Necessary documents: The following documents need to be enclosed: 

o University Entrance Qualification 

o If you have studied in Germany before: certificate disclosing the following information: amount of 

subject-related semesters, academic achievements acquired so far and whether you are still 

entitled to take examinations. 

o Certificates proving that the relevant requirements for admission are fulfilled according to the 

respective statute of selection of the Master Programme. 

o Applicants for a higher subject-related semester need to include a certificate of the examination 

board concerning the transfer of credits as well as the specific grading into a subject-related 

semester for the relevant Master Programme. Without this grading, your application cannot be 

considered. 

2. The Acceptance Letter is sent in written form. Please note that only accepted applicants will 

receive a notification. 

3.2.10 Hardship 

If you are either bound to the city of Mannheim or if a further delay in beginning your studies cannot be 

accepted (e.g. due to health problems, family circumstances or economic reasons) you may apply for 

hardship. Please send a letter as well as official proof like medical reports or official certificates. 

Supporting documents for a hardship application need to have arrived at the Admissions Office by the 

end of the application period. 

4. Further Information 

4.1 Semester Contribution 

If you wish to enrol at the University of Mannheim you have to pay the semester contribution amounting 

to Euro 106.50 (40 Euro administration costs plus 66.50 Euro for the Studentenwerk). 

More information on the Semester contribution can be found in the matriculation documents. 

Please note: For the Master of Comparative Law additional costs will arise. For more information, 

please contact the departmental advisory service (see point: 1.5).

4.2 Course Catalogues 

The University of Mannheim course catalogue is published a few weeks before the start of lectures on 

our homepage www.uni-mannheim.de. 

Annotated course directories (kommentierte Vorlesungsverzeichnisse) are offered by the respective 

faculties. 

4.3 Representative for students with special needs 

Students with special needs may contact Ms Stefanie Fettig, Student Services, phone 0621 181-1180, 

e-mail: fettig@verwaltung.uni-mannheim.de . 

Opening hours are by appointment. Location: L1, 1, room 128. 

4.4 Studentenwerk (responsible for housing, catering, counselling) 

Before you enrol, you have to pay the semester contribution. It covers the costs of the 

“Studentenwerk”, so that e.g. the meals in the cafeteria remain affordable. The contribution currently 

amounts to 66.50 Euro per semester. 

For information about accomodation, please contact the „Wohnraumverwaltung des Studentenwerks 

Mannheim“. There are 2.400 places in student residence halls owned by the „Studentenwerk“. 

In the „Mensa“, you get good value for your money: the subsidised meals are priced from 2.60 Euro 

and above; vegetarian options are also available. 

For more information about enrolment and studying at the University of Mannheim, please have a look 

at the website of the International Office: www.uni-mannheim.de/aaa. 

4.5 Course Guidance 

If you have got any questions concerning your study programme, please contact the relevant „Student 

Services Office“. 

Studienbüro I: Mannheim Master in Management, Economics, 

Business Informatics, Business Mathematics, Business Education 

Studienbüro II: Culture in the Process of the Modern Age, History, Intercultural German Studies, 

Media and Communication Studies, Master of Comparative Law, Master of Laws, 

Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Language and Communication as well as 

all Master degrees in Culture and Business 

Furthermore, the individual faculties usually offer information sessions at the beginning of the term on 

how to structure your timetable for example. Moreover, there are faculty members who will help you 

with any questions that may arise. You can find their contact details on the departmental websites. 

5. Dates: 

Term dates: 01 st February 2013 to 31 st July 2013 

Lecture dates: 11 th February to 31 st May 2013 

Please note: Office hours are limited outside of lecture periods. Changes are published on our website 

www.bewerbung.uni-mannheim.de.

6. Contacts for more information: 

Office 

International 

Office (AAA) 

Student 

Services 

Express 

Service 

Studentenwerk 

Mannheim 

Visitor 

adress 

L 1,1 

(1st floor) 

L 1,1 

(1st floor) 

L1,1 

(ground 

floor) 

Central 

Mensa 

Postal adress Phone Internet Opening hours 

Akademisches 

Auslandsamt der 

Universität Mannheim 



Studienbüros 

Dezernat II 



Studentenwerk 

Mannheim 



0621/181-2222 

(Hotline) 

0621/181-1151 

(AAA) 

0621/181-2222 

(Hotline) 

0621/49072- 

333 

www.unimannheim.de/aaa 

www.unimannheim.de/ 

studienbueros 

www.studenten 

werk-mannheim.de 

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