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Program regulations

The MAP program is regulated by the “Allgemeine Prüfungsordnung” (general exam regulations) and the “Fachprüfungsordnung” (subject exam regulations). Only the German version is legally binding.

What is meant by “short cover letter”?

The short cover letter serves as your letter of application and we would like you to state your connection to MAP and your motivation to study our program.

Our search for interdisciplinary-minded students has an impact on our application process. We invite our applicants to explain how the different subjects offered by the MAP program correlate with their personal goals for career and life. Therefore, it should for example include your professional interests and background.

The letter should be around one page but no more than two pages in length.

Please make sure that you write a personal letter of motivation and do not simply use AI.

Which Bachelor degrees are sufficient for an application?

Applicants are required to have an excellent Bachelor’s degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or related subjects. Examples for related subjects are: Mechanical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Life Science Engineering, Medical Technology and Energy Technology and comparable degrees.

Who is required to submit an APS certificate?

All applicants from India, Vietnam and China (not Hong Kong, Macao or Taiwan) do need an APS certificate. The APS certificate is essential for the application and enrolment process. Unfortunately, it is not possible to accept someone with a missing APS certificate, where it is required.

Which deadline applies to me?

The application deadline is 31 May. Non-EU citizens are strongly encouraged to submit their applications until 31 March, to have sufficient time for their visa applications.

Who is required to submit an IELTS or TOEFL test?

We do require either a TOEFL or an IELTS test from all applicants whose previous degree was not conducted in English. This test should not be older than three years. In a TOEFL test applicants should at least reach 85 points. In an IELTS test applicants should at least reach an average of 6. These scores are equivalent to the level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Do I have to send the application documents also via regular mail?

No. We do only require scanned copies for the application. Upon acceptance, we will inform you about the subsequent formal process in all detail. With the admission letter, which is provided by the application portal campo, you will receive a detailed list of all the documents you need to submit for enrollment.

Until when do I have to provide the supporting documents?

Please apply via the FAU online application form using the electronic system campo and uploading all required documents before the application deadline of 31 May.

What if I don’t have my degree certificate yet?

We are aware that degree certificates are not provided right away, and some applicants may still be in their last semester. In this case it is sufficient to provide some proof that you either have completed your studies or that you are still studying, including the estimated end of studies. Be aware that you can only apply under the conditions that at least 140 ECTS are credited in the current Transcript of Records. If a provisional certificate has been issued, please submit this document.

When will I get information about my application status?

The MAP Admission Board meets several times during the admission season (February to July). Once the Admission Board has assessed your application, we will inform you on the decision.