Applying online / application documents

You can apply online to Universität Hamburg throughout every application period.

• Application period for summer semesters: 1 December to 15 January
• Application period for winter semesters: 1 June to 15 July

Before you fill out the online application, please read the PDF brochure Information about Applying Online.

Depending upon your previous knowledge and situation, it can also be helpful to take a look at the information in the information boxes to the right and to read the information below.

Foreign university entry qualification

If you are a foreign applicant or German applicant who received your university entry qualification abroad, please read the separate information sheet Recognition of Foreign Educational Credentials.

Aptitude test for a teaching degree in sports or a B.A. in human movement science

Applicants to the teaching degree program in sports or the bachelor's program in human movement need to take an aptitude test by Universität Hamburg and they need to submit proof upon enrollment that they have passed.

Disabled or chronically ill applicants

There are hardship and compensation regulations at Universität Hamburg with regard to admission to bachelor and other first-degree programs for beginning stdents with a disability or chronical illness. If you would like individual advising on hardship and compensation regulations, please contact the Office for Disabled and Chronically-ill Students.