Application and Enrollment
The standard period of study in
- the bachelor’s program is six semesters
- the master’s program is four semesters.
The bachelor’s programm can only be started in the winter semester, whereas the master’s programm can be started in the winter semester as well as in the summer semester.
Applications can only be made via the campo application portal. The application period starts on 15 April. The final application for the winter intake deadline ends
- on 15 July for international applicants
- on 31 August for national applicants
There is no summer semester intake! A list of all the documents required and the relevant application forms can be found here: https://www.fau.eu/education/international/from-abroad/application-and-enrolment/#collapse_0
Qualification Assessment Process (QAP)
In order to be allowed to study AutTech at FAU, you’ll need to pass the Qualification Assessment Test. It comprises two components: Formation of an overall score as a weighted average of the following criteria:
- Overall grade of Abitur / secondary education qualification
- Result of online test in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science (German Abitur level)
- Application is only possible with officially certified copies of documents!
- Information on translation and document certification can be found here
- The Campo application sheet must be sent by post to FAU’s Admissions Office!
- Proof of language proficiency in English.
The following proofs can be accepted as proof of level B2 CEFR:
Important Notices:
Outcome / Results: Applicants will not receive any interim results. They will only receive a decision once the qualification assessment process has been completed for them. There is no fixed timetable for this, as each application is assessed and processed individually. Here you can find the regulations of the QAP: German Version English Version
Important information for international applicants
Minimumgrade requirement (Bachelor’s degree) for application is 2.5 in German grading system (please use the Modified Bavarian Formula for calculation). Prerequisites: – Engineering mathematics: linear algebra, calculus and analysis, geometry, probability theory, information theory, signal processing. – Control Theory, e.g., Feedback systems: an introduction for scientists and engineers (Åström & Murray, 2008). – Sensors, e.g., Handbook of modern sensors: physics, designs, and applications (Fraden, 2010). – Mechatronics, e.g., Mechatronic systems: fundamentals (Isermann, 2007). – Electrical Engineering:
- D. Griffiths. Introduction to Electrodynamics. Cambridge University Press, 4th edition, 2017.
- Ch. Alexander, M. Sadiku. Fundamentals of Electric Circuits. McGraw-Hill Education, 5th edition, 2013
- U. Tietze, Ch. Schenk, E. Gamm. Electronic Circuits: Handbook for Design and Applications. Springer-Verlag, 2nd edition, 2008.
- Katsuhiko Ogata – Modern Control Engineering 5th Edition
- Johan Huijsing – Operational amplifiers, Theory and Design; https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-319-28127-8#toc
- Paul J. Nahin – Transients for Electrical Engineers; https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-319-77598-2?source=shoppingads&locale=de&gclid=Cj0KCQiA1ZGcBhCoARIsAGQ0kkopgY9R3PR1SBjILcxBNVnlRSmz6zfi-GoqzAxn2FopaFl9vDV5E-saApHJEALw_wcB#toc
- Jacob Fraden – Handbook of Modern Sensors; https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-319-19303-8#toc
– Basic knowledge in programming, e.g., Java, C, C++, Python, Matlab. – Knowledge in fundamentals of algorithms and data structures. Applications can only be made via the campo application portal. The final application deadline ends
- on 15 July for the winter semester.
- on 15 January for the summer semester.
A list of all the documents required and the relevant application forms can be found here: https://www.fau.eu/study/prospective-students/application-and-enrolment/applying-for-masters-degree-programmes/ All applicants to the M.Sc. AT have to pass a online qualification assessment test in order to enroll in this program. This is to ensure that proficiency in the required prerequisites is at a level which will allow them to study successfully. The online exam is taking place twice during the application period. Applicants will get more information in time.
FAQs for the Bachelor’s application
Application and Enrollment
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the degree program?
Please apply for the BSc AT via the application portal Campo. Follow the instructions there and upload all the necessary documents. Additionally, international applicants will have to send the application form that is generated for them in Campo by post to the Admissions Office. Other documents do not have to be sent by post.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to submit the required application documents in full and on time.
As soon as the status of your application changes, you will be informed via Campo and/or e-mail. Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates.
When does the application period start?
Applications will be possible from April 15.
When is the application deadline for international applicants?
International applicants can apply until July 15. Certificates that have not yet been issued by this date can be submitted by July 31 at the latest.
Exceptions:
The preliminary IB transcript of records (issued by the IBO) is sufficient. The final certificate must be presented upon enrollment.
The ÖSYM can be submitted by August 31.
Please note, however, that a decision on your application can only be made once the final documents have been received and checked. Conditional admissions will not be granted.
When is the application deadline for domestic applicants?
Applicants who have German citizenship and/or have obtained their university entrance qualification in Germany can apply until August 31. Please note: An IB diploma is considered an international university entrance qualification from Switzerland (regardless of the country in which it was obtained).
Who is considered an international and who a domestic applicant?
Applicants who have German citizenship and/or have obtained their university entrance qualification in Germany are considered to be domestic. Applicants who have neither German citizenship nor a university entrance qualification from Germany are considered internationals. Please note: An IB diploma is considered an international university entrance qualification from Switzerland (regardless of the country in which it was obtained).
Why is the degree program not visible in the Campo application portal?
If you can’t find or select the BSc AT in Campo, the application deadline has probably not yet started or has already passed. Please check the website for the application deadlines.
What happens after I have submitted my application?
Once your application has been received, the BSc AT Admission Committee will review the documents that are relevant to them. You may receive an invitation to take the online test on the next possible date. In addition, international application documents must be checked by FAU Admissions Office. If all documents are in order, a decision will be made on your admission.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
How long does it take until I receive an update?
There is no fixed timetable for this, as each of the numerous applications is assessed and processed individually. Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications. As FAU is a state university, the number of staff is limited. However, one of the great aspects of attending a state university is that students only have to pay a small semester contribution, while their excellent education at FAU is financed by tax revenue.
What is the status of my application?
You can view the status of your application in Campo. The status of your application will change as soon as your application has been processed and the Qualification Assessment Process has been completed. Please also check your e-mails regularly.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
Can I apply for the summer semester?
No, there is no intake in the summer semester.
What does the application process for transfer students look like?
The application process is the same for all applicants and there is no intake in summer semesters. Even if you have already studied something similar, our recommendation would always be to apply for the first semester because of the preliminary examination = Grundlagen- und Orientierungsprüfung/GOP, that has to be passed within the first semesters.
Applying with previously gained ECTS for a higher semester would shorten the time available to pass these exams and you would risk being exmatriculated. However, if you apply for the first semester and are accepted, you may be able to have previous achievements accredited one after the other, provided that the module content corresponds to the modules of the BSc AT. This will be checked on a case-by-case basis. Recognition is possible in any semester. Grades are converted into the German system.
Can I have previous achievements recognized?
Yes, but even if you have already studied something similar, our recommendation would always be to apply for the first semester because of the preliminary examination = Grundlagen- und Orientierungsprüfung/GOP, that has to be passed within the first semesters. The application process is the same for all applicants and there is no intake in summer semesters.
Applying with previously gained ECTS for a higher semester would shorten the time available to pass these exams and you would risk being exmatriculated. However, if you apply for the first semester and are accepted, you may be able to have previous achievements accredited one after the other, provided that the module content corresponds to the modules of the BSc AT. This will be checked on a case-by-case basis. Recognition is possible in any semester. Grades are converted into the German system.
Can I be admitted to the BSc AT even though I have already completed a degree?
Yes, a degree that you have already completed neither improves nor reduces your chances.
Can an exception be made for me?
Exceptions to the application process are not possible due to the large number of applications and the equal treatment of all applicants.
General questions regarding the admission test
Why do I have to take an admission test?
In order to be admitted to the BSc AT, you have to pass a Qualification Assessment Process, which includes an online test. This is to ensure that applicants can prove that they meet the special qualitative requirements of the degree program and have the skills that are expected to lead to a successful course of study.
During the Qualification Assessment Process the university entrance qualification and the online test are taken into account. Both grades are converted into points and then added together. You must achieve a total of at least 140 points to be admitted. Additional documents such as letters of recommendation, additional achievements or further education do not provide a bonus.
Detailed information as well as the conversion scales can be found in the statutes on the Qualification Assessment Process (= Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren/EFV).
Who needs to take the admission test?
All those who wish to be admitted to the BSc AT, have to pass a Qualification Assessment Process, which includes an online test. You will receive an invitation to take the online test as soon as your application has been received and the BSc AT Admission Committee has reviewed the documents that are relevant to them.
If you passed the Qualification Assessment Process in a previous year, but didn’t enroll at that time, you should upload your letter of admission for BSc AT at FAU together with the other application documents to Campo. The BSc AT Admissions Committee will check whether the letter of admission is still valid or whether you need to take part in the Qualification Assessment Process and the online test again. If you receive an invitation you need to take the test again.
Please note: The offer of admission is only valid as long as no significant changes are made to the statutes of the Qualification Assessment Process or the examination regulations.
Do I have to take the admission test again if I have already been admitted to the BSc AT in the previous year?
If you passed the Qualification Assessment Process in a previous year, but didn’t enroll at that time, you should upload your letter of admission for BSc AT at FAU together with the other application documents to Campo. The BSc AT Admissions Committee will check whether the letter of admission is still valid or whether you need to take part in the Qualification Assessment Process and the online test again. If you receive an invitation you need to take the test again.
Please note: The offer of admission is only valid as long as no significant changes are made to the statutes of the Qualification Assessment Process or the examination regulations.
How often can I take the test?
Each applicant can only take the test once during the application phase.
Anyone who does not pass the Qualification Assessment Process can apply a second time for BSc AT in a later year and take the test again. More than these two attempts are not possible.
Can I retake the test later during this application period?
No, every applicant only gets one shot at the test. Once you start the test, you have only that chance to complete it. It is not possible to cancel the test and retry later. Similarly, it is not possible to take the test again on a later date to improve your result.
If you attempt to take the test more than once, this will be considered cheating and your application will be rejected.
Anyone who does not pass the Qualification Assessment Process can apply a second time for BSc AT in a later year and take the test again. More than these two attempts are not possible.
Can I retake the test next year?
Anyone who does not pass the Qualification Assessment Process can apply a second time for BSc AT in a later year and take the test again. More than these two attempts are not possible.
If an applicant is admitted to the BSc AT but doesn’t enrol in time, their offer of admission remains valid and they can enrol the following year (after reapplying incl. the letter of admission, but without having to go through the Qualification Assessment Process again). However, the offer of admission is only valid as long as no significant changes are made to the statutes of the Qualification Assessment Process or the examination regulations.
What happens if I have started the test but don’t answer or complete all the questions?
You will not get a second chance once you have started the test, even if you don’t answer any questions and cancel immediately.
If you are not available at the test date, please send an e-mail to study-at@fau.de. You may then receive an invitation to the next test date. This can delay the final decision on your admission.
Anyone who does not pass the Qualification Assessment Process can apply a second time for BSc AT in a later year and take the test again. More than these two attempts are not possible.
What happens if I don’t take the test at all?
Failure to take the test will result in the application being rejected.
What happens if I cheat on the test?
If you are found to have cheated, your application will be rejected.
The admission test is designed to ensure that an applicant has a chance of successfully completing their studies. The first year of study at a German university’s Faculty of Engineering is very demanding, with drop-out rates in engineering and mathematical sciences between 30 and 40 percent. The online test should therefore also be seen as a means of self-assessment. If you can’t solve these tasks yourself and try to cheat on this test, there’s a good chance you’ll just waste time and money but won’t graduate.
Can an exception be made for me?
Exceptions to the application process are not possible due to the large number of applications and the equal treatment of all applicants.
Questions regarding admission/rejection
Is there a limited number of study places?
No, there is no limit to the number of places and there are no different quotas for domestic and international applicants. All candidates who are deemed suitable after the Qualification Assessment Process are granted admission, all other applicants receive a rejection.
Are there different quotas of study places for international and domestic applicants?
No, there is no limit to the number of places and there are no different quotas for domestic and international applicants. All candidates who are deemed suitable after the Qualification Assessment Process are granted admission, all other applicants receive a rejection.
Can I get conditional or provisional admission?
No, conditional or provisional admissions will not be granted. A decision on your application will only be made once the final documents have been received and checked. Late submissions can therefore lead to late admissions/rejections.
I have received an admission, do I have to come to Germany now?
Yes, the BSc AT is an on-campus degree program. Classes begin mid-October, and a recommended but optional Welcome Week for international students is offered during the first week of October. Since moving to a foreign city/country and starting at a new university is very challenging and the first classes form an important basis for further studies, we recommend that our students come to Erlangen as early as possible.
We are aware that it can be difficult to obtain a visa in time and therefore grant our students Late Arrival until the end of October. As FAU is a brick and mortar university, we unfortunately cannot assume that students who arrive later will still successfully complete the semester. In this case, they would have to postpone the start of their studies.
Can I complete the degree program online?
No, the BSc AT is an on-campus degree program. Classes begin mid-October, and a recommended but optional Welcome Week for international students is offered during the first week of October. Since moving to a foreign city/country and starting at a new university is very challenging and the first classes form an important basis for further studies, we recommend that our students come to Erlangen as early as possible.
We are aware that it can be difficult to obtain a visa in time and therefore grant our students Late Arrival until the end of October. As FAU is a brick and mortar university, we unfortunately cannot assume that students who arrive later will still successfully complete the semester. In this case, they would have to postpone the start of their studies.
Can I be granted Late Arrival?
Yes, we are aware that it can be difficult to obtain a visa in time and therefore grant our students Late Arrival until the mid of November. As FAU is a brick and mortar university, we unfortunately can’t assume that students who arrive later will still successfully complete the semester. In this case, they would have to postpone the start of their studies.
Can I defer my enrollment?
Yes, if an applicant is admitted to the BSc AT but doesn’t enrol in time, their offer of admission remains valid and they can enrol the following year (after reapplying incl. the letter of admission, but without having to go through the Qualification Assessment Process again). However, the offer of admission is only valid as long as no significant changes are made to the statutes of the Qualification Assessment Process or the examination regulations.
How long will my letter of admission remain valid?
The offer of admission is only valid as long as no significant changes are made to the statutes of the Qualification Assessment Process or the examination regulations.
The application process is the same for all applicants. If you already have a letter of admission for BSc AT at FAU from your previous application, please upload it to Campo together with the other relevant documents. The Admissions Committee will check whether it is still valid or whether you need to take part in the Qualification Assessment Process again.
What does the application status ‚temporarily excluded‘ in Campo mean?
“Temporarily excluded” means that your application was rejected – not only temporarily. This misleading wording is unfortunately due to the Campo platform. You are welcome to apply again next year.
Is it possible to move up after a rejection?
No, there is no limit to the number of places and there are no different quotas for domestic and international applicants. All candidates who are deemed suitable after the Qualification Assessment Process are granted admission, all other applicants receive a rejection.
Can I reapply if I have been rejected?
Yes, applicants who have been rejected can repeat the Qualification Assessment Process one more time. However, they must wait for next year’s application period.
Questions regarding documents
Am I allowed to study at FAU with my educational background?
If you are not sure whether your educational background can be considered a university entrance qualification in Germany please visit the website of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). By stating your home country, and qualifications obtained there, and by answering some country-specific questions you can find out whether you are eligible to study in Germany. International applicants might have to take an assessment examination (Feststellungsprüfung) or they might be required to have studied for one academic year as a full-time student at a recognized higher education institution before they can be admitted. Information on the types of international university entrance qualifications and the type of access to university can be found here. Please understand that due to the high number of applications, neither the Admissions Office nor the Student Advisory Service can pre-check documents.
What do I need to consider when applying with an IB Diploma?
An IB diploma is considered an international university entrance qualification from Switzerland (regardless of the country in which it was obtained).
The preliminary IB transcript of records (issued by the IBO) is sufficient for application. The final certificate must be presented upon enrollment.
German citizens with an IB Diploma are considered domestic applicants, all other citizens with an IB Diploma are considered international applicants.
What documents do I need for the application?
In addition to your university entrance qualification certificate and proof of English proficiency, you will also need to upload a CV and a letter of application according to the statutes of the Qualification Assessment Process. Please follow the instructions on Campo and read the information on document certification and translation here.
Moreover, international applicants will have to send the application form that is generated for them in Campo by post to the Admissions Office. Please read the information on this page (BSc AT is discussed at the end of the section on Bachelor’s degree programs).
What should the letter of application say?
As stated in Campo and the Statutes on the Qualification Assessment Process you should upload a letter of application in English in which you describe your motivation and suitability for the degree program (max. 1 page).
What should a CV contain?
A CV contains imprortant information about yourself, your education and other qualifications and skills. Please provide your contact information at the beginning of the CV. This includes your full name, address, telephone number and e-mail address. The CV should be written in tabular form.
Can my documents be checked before I apply?
Please understand that due to the high number of applications, neither the Admissions Office nor the Student Advisory Service can pre-check documents. If you are not sure whether your educational background can be considered a university entrance qualification in Germany please visit the website of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). By stating your home country, and qualifications obtained there, and by answering some country-specific questions you can find out whether you are eligible to study in Germany.
Is an APS certificate required?
To find out, if you need to provide an APS certificate, please read the summary on the FAU website or the information provided by the Academic Evaluation Center of the German Embassy New Delhi.
When do I have to submit my APS certificate?
It is no longer sufficient to submit the APS certificate for enrollment at FAU. From now on, the APS certificate must be submitted with the application.
For details, please read the summary on the FAU website or the information provided by the Academic Evaluation Center of the German Embassy New Delhi.
Is VPD (Vorprüfungsdokumentation) via UniAssist mandatory for international applicants?
Preliminary review of documents (VPD) is not mandatory, but if you have UniAssist reports, you can upload them as additional documents.
Do I have to have my international documents translated and notarized?
Yes, an application with international documents is only possible with officially certified copies. You can find further information on document certification and translation here.
Can I submit my university entrance qualification certificate with a slight delay?
Yes, certificates that have not yet been issued by the application deadline can be submitted by July 31 at the latest.
Exceptions:
The preliminary IB transcript of records (issued by the IBO) is sufficient. The final certificate must be presented upon enrollment.
The ÖSYM can be submitted by August 31.
Important: You still must submit your application before the deadline and will not be able to make changes yourself after that. Please send your final school certificate by e-mail to the Admissions Office (incl. your name and applicant number). Information on document certification and translation can be found here.
Please note, however, that a decision on your application can only be made once the final documents have been received and checked. Conditional admissions will not be granted.
Can I submit my English certificate with a slight delay?
No, your application can be considered only if you upload a valid English test.
Questions regarding language proficiency
What level of English do I need for the BSc AT?
For the BSc AT you need proof of proficiency in English at the level B1+ (CEFR), which means B1+ for language skills, B2 for reading skills. If you can’t provide separate proof of these two language skills, you will need a general proof of proficiency in English at level B2 (CEFR). We do not accept Medium of Instruction letters or similar. You can find information on the different types of proof we accept instead of the German university entrance qualification/HZB here. Your language certificate must still be valid at the time of application.
Which English certificates do you accept?
You can find information on the different types of proof we accept instead of the German university entrance qualification/HZB here. Your language certificate must still be valid at the time of application. We do not accept Medium of Instruction letters or similar.
Can other language certificates such as TOEFL Home Edition or Duolingo be accepted?
No, we will only accept certificates from certain tests. You can find information on the different types of proof we accept instead of the German university entrance qualification/HZB here. Your language certificate must still be valid at the time of application. We do not accept Medium of Instruction letters or similar.
Do I have to prove that I speak English, even if my previous education was in English?
Yes, we do not accept Medium of Instruction letters or similar. You can find information on the different types of proof we accept instead of the German university entrance qualification/HZB here. Your language certificate must still be valid at the time of application.
Do I need proof of English language skills, even if I am a native speaker?
Only native speakers from countries where English is the first and main official language (e.g. AU, CA, IR, NZ, USA, UK) don’t have to provide proof for their English skills. All other applicants need proof of proficiency in English. We do not accept Medium of Instruction letters or similar. You can find information on the different types of proof we accept instead of the German university entrance qualification/HZB here. Your language certificate must still be valid at the time of application.
Do I need a German language certificate?
For the application for the winter semester 25/26 no proof of German is required. This may change in the future.
Questions regarding problems during the test
What can I do, if I have forgotten my username and/or passwort for StudOn Exam?
There is no option to reset your data. Instead, you will have to register anew and make sure to remember your login properly this time. Do not try to take the test more than once, as this will be considered fraud and your application will be rejected.
Why can’t I see the test even though I received an invitation and clicked on the link?
The test is only available for one hour. Please remember that the time in the invitation e-mail corresponds to Central European Summer Time. This may differ from your time zone.
If I took the test and my time ran out before I could press ›submit‹, were my other answers saved?
Yes, probably excluding the question you were currently working on when time ran out.
What does it mean, if I got the message ›You have reached the maximum number of passes for this test.‹ after submitting my test?
It means that you can’t restart the test (every applicant only gets one attempt). Don’t worry, your previous answers were saved.
Questions regarding results
When can I expect my results?
You will not get any direct feedback on how well you did in the test or receive interim results. The results will be made available to the BSc AT Admissions Committee, and they will take it into account according to the statutes on the Qualification Assessment Process: Both your university entrance grade and your test grade are converted into points and then added together. You must achieve a total of at least 140 points to be admitted.
You can view the status of your application in Campo. The status of your application will change as soon as your application has been processed and the Qualification Assessment Process has been completed. Please also check your e-mails regularly.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
How do I get my results?
You can view the status of your application in Campo. The status of your application will change as soon as your application has been processed and the Qualification Assessment Process has been completed. Please also check your e-mails regularly.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
Will I receive interim results?
No, applicants will not receive any interim results. They will only receive a decision once the qualification assessment process has been completed for them. There is no fixed timetable for this, as each application is assessed and processed individually.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
What grade/how many points do I have to achieve in the test to be admitted?
To a certain extent, a lower grade in the admission test can be compensated for by a good grade in the university entrance qualification and vice versa.
As the Qualification Assessment Process also takes the university entrance qualification into account, the grades/points of those admitted can vary.
Both grades are converted into points and then added together. You must achieve a total of at least 140 points to be admitted. Detailed information as well as the conversion scales can be found in the statutes on the Qualification Assessment Process (= Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren/EFV).
What if I didn’t do well in the admission test?
To a certain extent, a lower grade in the admission test can be compensated for by a good grade in the university entrance qualification.
Both grades are converted into points and then added together. You must achieve a total of at least 140 points to be admitted. Detailed information as well as the conversion scales can be found in the statutes on the Qualification Assessment Process (= Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren/EFV).
Questions regarding the Qualification Assessment Process
Is there a Numerus Clausus (NC)?
No, there is no numerus clausus (NC), but there is a Qualification Assessment Process, where the university entrance qualification and the online test are taken into account. Both grades are converted into points and then added together. You must achieve a total of at least 140 points. Additional documents such as letters of recommendation, additional achievements or further education do not provide a bonus.
What were the average grades of those admitted so far?
As the Qualification Assessment Process also takes the online test into account, the grades of those admitted are quite different.
How high is the admission rate usually?
Since the cohort that started studying in fall 2024 is the first, and also the Qualification Assessment Process has been changed for 2025, we can’t provide any meaningful numbers on the admission rate at the moment.
How does the Qualification Assessment Process work?
Once your application has been received, the BSc AT Admission Committee will review the documents that are relevant to them. You may receive an invitation to take the online test on the next possible date. In addition, grades from international certificates will be converted after their validity has been checked by FAU Admissions Office.
During the Qualification Assessment Process the university entrance qualification and the online test are taken into account. Both grades are converted into points and then added together. You must achieve a total of at least 140 points to be admitted. Additional documents such as letters of recommendation, additional achievements or further education do not provide a bonus.
Detailed information as well as the conversion scales can be found in the statutes on the Qualification Assessment Process (= Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren/EFV).
Can I get more information on the online test?
We have compiled FAQs specifically for the online test.
Will letters of recommendation or additional qualifications improve my chances?
No, only the university entrance qualification and the online test may be taken into account for the Qualification Assessment Process. Additional documents such as letters of recommendation, additional achievements or further education don’t provide a bonus.
Can I receive interim results?
No, applicants will not receive any interim results. They will only receive a decision once the Qualification Assessment Process has been completed for them. There is no fixed timetable for this, as each application is assessed and processed individually. Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
Questions regarding the invitation to the admission test
How do I receive an invitation to the test?
You will receive an invitation email for the next possible test date, as soon as your application incl. all documents has been received and the BSc AT Admissions Committee has checked the relevant documents.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
When will I receive an invitation to the test?
There is no fixed timetable for this, as each of the numerous applications is assessed and processed individually. As soon as your application incl. all documents has been received, the BSc AT Admissions Committee will check the relevant documents. If the documents are in order, you will receive an invitation to the next possible date for the online test (incl. link to the demo test).
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
Why haven’t I received an invitation to the test yet?
There is no fixed timetable for this, as each of the numerous applications is assessed and processed individually.
You will receive an invitation email for the next possible test date, as soon as your application incl. all documents has been received and the BSc AT Admissions Committee has checked the relevant documents.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
Why have other applicants already received an invitation to the test, but not me?
There is no fixed timetable for this, as each of the numerous applications is assessed and processed individually.
You will receive an invitation email for the next possible test date, as soon as your application incl. all documents has been received and the BSc AT Admissions Committee has checked the relevant documents.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
Can I simply take the test if another applicant forwards me the invitation and the link?
No, you may only take part in the test if you have received an invitation yourself.
You will receive an invitation email for the next possible test date, as soon as your application incl. all documents has been received and the BSc AT Admissions Committee has checked the relevant documents.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
How far in advance will I receive an invitation to the test?
Participants will receive an invitation at least one week in advance.
You will receive an invitation email for the next possible test date, as soon as your application incl. all documents has been received and the BSc AT Admissions Committee has checked the relevant documents.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
Questions regarding the topics of the admission test
What topics are covered in the test?
The test will contain math questions at upper school level and tasks from the area of logic/general problem solving. As all math topics from the German Abitur could be covered, you can use exercises for the German Abitur to prepare.
Can I look at/do a test from the previous year for practice purposes?
No, we do not offer an example for the online test. As the test will cover math questions at upper school level and tasks from the area of logic/general problem solving, you can use exercises for the German Abitur to prepare.
With the invitation applicants will receive a link to a demo test to get familiar with the testing platform (StudOn Exam) and the types of questions.
Can you provide me with material or exercises to prepare for the test?
We do not offer an example for the online test. As the test will cover math questions at upper school level and tasks from the area of logic/general problem solving, you can use exercises for the German Abitur to prepare.
With the invitation applicants will receive a link to a demo test to get familiar with the testing platform (StudOn Exam) and the types of questions.
How can I prepare for the test?
We do not offer an example for the online test. As the test will cover math questions at upper school level and tasks from the area of logic/general problem solving, you can use exercises for the German Abitur to prepare.
With the invitation applicants will receive a link to a demo test to get familiar with the testing platform (StudOn Exam) and the types of questions.
Questions regarding the when and how of the admission test
When is the test taking place?
There will be multiple dates throughout the application period, but each applicant may only take the test once a year. At least one of them will be after the application period has ended.
The online test will take place at 1 pm Central European Summer Time (CEST). It will only be available for 60 minutes.
You will receive an invitation email for the next possible test date, as soon as your application incl. all documents has been received and the BSc AT Admissions Committee has checked the relevant documents.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
How many test dates will there be?
Each applicant may only take the test once a year, but there will be multiple dates throughout the application period. At least one of them will be after the application period has ended. There will be test dates until all applicants have been admitted or rejected.
You will receive an invitation email for the next possible test date, as soon as your application incl. all documents has been received and the BSc AT Admissions Committee has checked the relevant documents.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
What do I do if I am not available on the day of the test?
If you are not available at the test date, please send an e-mail to study-at@fau.de. You may then receive an invitation to the next test date. This can delay the final decision on your admission.
Please note that you will not get a second chance once you have started the test, even if you don’t answer any questions and cancel immediately.
What do I do if the time of the test (1 pm CEST) is not convenient for me?
You will have to make it work. Our tests always take place at this time in order to be suitable for most time zones. If you are not available at the test date because of justified cases, please send an e-mail to study-at@fau.de at least 24 hours before the test is taking place. You may then receive an invitation to the next test date (if available). This can delay the final decision on your admission.
Please note that you will not get a second chance once you have started the test, even if you don’t answer any questions and cancel immediately.
Can I get an individual appointment for the test that fits my schedule?
No, you can only take the test on the date we invite you to. If you are not available at the test date, please send an e-mail to study-at@fau.de at least 24 hours before the test is taking place. You may then receive an invitation to the next test date (if available). This can delay the final decision on your admission.
Please note that you will not get a second chance once you have started the test, even if you don’t answer any questions and cancel immediately.
What does › 1pm CEST‹ mean?
The online test will take place from 1pm to about 2:20 pm Central European Summer Time. Our tests always take place at this time in order to be suitable for most time zones.
How is the test conducted?
The test will be conducted online. You will have to register for the testing platform (StudOn Exam) with your email address and a special code you will receive with your invitation e-mail. You will also be asked for your applicant number from Campo. Please find detailed instructions on how to sign up in the attachment of your invitation e-mail.
The status of your application will change as soon as your application has been processed and the Qualification Assessment Process has been completed. Please also check your e-mails regularly.
Please refrain from inquiries and wait patiently for updates. Everyone involved does what they can to process applications.
Do I have to come to Erlangen/Germany for the test?
No, the test will be conducted online. As it can be completed remotely, you don’t have to come to Erlangen/Germany.
You don’t need any special software or hardware for the test. A stable internet connection and an up-to-date browser are sufficient; a calculator and a notepad might be helpful.
Where can I find the test?
The test will be conducted online, you don’t have to come to Erlangen/Germany. The link will be provided with your invitation e-mail. You will have to register for the testing platform (StudOn Exam) with your email address and a special code you will receive with your invitation e-mail as well. Please follow the detailed instructions we provide carefully.
Can I familiarize myself with the testing platform (StudOn Exam) and how it works in advance?
Yes, with your invitation to take the test you will receive a link to the sign-up page for the testing platform (StudOn Exam). There you will find a demo test that you can take whenever you want and as often as you want. Please refer to the how-to guides in the attachment of your invitation e-mail.
How much time do I have to complete the test?
The test will be available for 60 minutes from 1:00 pm CEST on the test day. If you start later, you will have less time. If you don’t actively submit the test, it will end automatically.
What language will the test be in?
The test will be entirely in English.
What do I need for completing the test?
The most important thing (other than an awake mind) is a stable internet connection, preferably wired, and an up-to-date browser. Besides you do need a working webcam for ID identification. You don’t need IDEs, compilers or any special technology, software or hardware. However, a calculator and a notepad can be helpful.
You will also need your Campo applicant number and the username and password you created when you registered on the testing platform (StudOn Exam).
Do I need to pay special attention to anything?
Make sure to remember the username and password you created when you registered on the testing platform (StudOn Exam). If you can’t remember them, you will have to register anew and make sure to remember your login properly this time.
Please have a vaild passport/ ID ready for identity check.
You will also have to enter your application number from Campo. Without this information, we can’t assign your test.