M.Sc. Physics of the Earth and Atmosphere

Please note the mandatory two-stage application process:

1. Request a preliminary review documentation (VPD) from uni-assist (recommendation: please apply for the VPD as early as possible, at least three weeks prior to the application deadline of UoC)

2. Apply via the application portal of the University of Cologne Klips 2.0

When applying for a master’s degree, the VPD indicates whether you meet the formal requirements for a master’s degree at the University of Cologne. After your documents have been checked by uni-assist and you have received the result (VPD), create an online application in the University of Cologne Klips 2.0 application portal. An application at the University of Cologne is only possible with a valid VPD. The application for preliminary review documentation (VPD) at uni-assist alone does not count as an application for a degree program at the University of Cologne.

Detailed information on how to request the preliminary review documentation (VPD) and further information (deadlines) can be found here:

During stage 2 (application via the application portal of the University of Cologne Klips 2.0) you will have to hand in the following application documents:

1. Letter of application in which you state your personal motivation for wanting to undertake this degree program (in English)

2. Curriculum vitae in English

3. B. Sc. (or equivalent) certificate (certified English translation if the original language is not English or German)*

4. Transcript of records showing the awarded credits*

5. Proof of proficiency in English (at least a score of 80 in the TOEFL Internet-based test, or equivalent)

6. Optional: Proof of other qualifications (e. g. professional practice, internships, stays abroad)

* The proof has to be an attested copy.