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HafenCity University Hamburg [HCU] 2021-2022 Admissions: Entry Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

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HafenCity University Hamburg(HCU) is a public university located in Germany. The university offers several UG and PG programs across the fields such as architecture, urban planning, geomatics, and civil engineering. It also offers a multidisciplinary Master's degree course in Resource Efficiency in Architecture and Planning (REAP).

The language of teaching is German for a majority of programs at HafenCity University Hamburg. However, two Master's degrees: MS in Geomatics and REAP, have English as a medium of instruction.

Admissions at HafenCity University Hamburg take place twice a year- in the summer and winter sessions. Before submitting an application for a Bachelor's degree, applicants must pass an online testing procedure offered by HafenCity University (HCU) and fulfill other requirements. International students also need to submit the proof of German and English language proficiency in addition to other admission requirements. Applicants must note that the language certificate should not be older than 3 years.The C1 level is the minimum certification requirement for students from the Goethe Institute.

Admission decisions are usually conveyed to the students after mid-August. Selected students are then eligible to apply for the German student visa.

Highlights

Application Portal	Online Portal
Application Fee	75 EUR
Intake Sessions	Winter and Summer
German Language certificates accepted	DSH 2, TestDaF, Goethe certificate C1
Scholarship and Financial Aid	Available
Work Experience	Required for most of the programs
Official Website	https://www.hcu-hamburg.de/en/

HafenCity University Hamburg Admission Deadlines

International students must strictly adhere to the deadlines prescribed by the university while applying for admissions at HafenCity University Hamburg. The application deadlines are mentioned below for reference:

Degree Program	Application deadlines
Bachelor	July 31
Master and higher semester	July 15

HafenCity University Hamburg International Admissions

HafenCity University Hamburg invites admission applications from all over the world. The applications are opened almost a month before the semester begins. The application procedure for international students is given below:

The student must register on Hochschulstart.de and complete the form.
After filling out the form, the students will receive an Application ID and Authorization Number that must be used for further processes.
The student will have to fill out a form on the UniAssist Portal and submit all of the required documents.
Students will receive a confirmation notice and, if chosen, an offer letter with further instructions if they pay the application fee.
The final step is to submit all the admission documents.

Application Fee: 75 EUR
Admission Requirements:

Official transcripts of academic records
Advanced technical college certificate
Subject-restricted higher education entrance qualification
Higher education entrance qualification
Interview
Professional experience
Work Sample
Proof of German language proficiency
English proficiency scores

German Language Requirements

Majority of the programs at HafenCity University Hamburg are taught in German. Therefore, the students need to demonstrate their competency in German for admissions. Following certificates are accepted by the university for the same:

German language diploma of the Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs - second level
DSH 2
TestDaF
The Goethe certificate C1
Telc language certificate: telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule, telc Deutsch C1 or telc Deutsch C2

English Language Proficiency Test Scores

International students seeking admission at HafenCity University Hamburg need to submit one of the following test scores as the evidence of English language competency:

Tests	Minimum Score Required
TOEFL iBT	88
TOEFL ITP	570
CAE -Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English	Level B
Cambridge Certificate in Proficiency English (CPE)	Level C
IELTS	7.0
TELC	C1

German Student Visa Process

International students must obtain a German student visa to study at HafenCity University Hamburg. To get the required visa, students must apply at the embassy or consulate of Germany in their country. Students are advised to apply for the visa at least three months before their study program begins. Application for Visa can be submitted online. The visa application fee is about 75 EURO.

Documents required:

Application form
Academic records and transcripts
Passport/ID
Photographs
Letter of Acceptance from College
Proof of German language proficiency
Any previous Germany permits and visas if applicable
Proof of financial support
Recent passport size photos
English language Test scores
CV
Private Medical Insurance Cover

Also Check Most common reasons for rejection of German student visa

HafenCity University Hamburg UG Admissions

HafenCity University offers a variety of undergraduate programs to students. The institute provides five bachelor's degrees in areas like Civil Engineering, Geomatics, Metropolitan Cultures, Urban Planning, and Architecture. Moreover, HCU offers courses, in scientific writing and foreign languages, at its international headquarters. The application details for international applicants are given below:

Application Portal: Uni-Assist Online Portal
Application Fee: 75 EUR
UG Admission requirements:

Advanced technical college certificate
Subject-restricted higher education entrance qualification
Higher education entrance qualification
Official transcripts of academic records(must be translated in German or English)
Interview
Professional experience
Work Sample
English proficiency scores
Proof of German language proficiency

HafenCity University Hamburg PG Admissions

HafenCity University offers a master's degree in several study areas including architecture, urban planning, and geomatics. The institution focuses on training Master's students for further research participation and the awarding of Ph.D. degrees. The application details are mentioned below:

Application Portal: Ahoi application portal
Application Fee: 75 EUR

PG Admission requirements:

Copy of the first academic degree
Advanced technical college certificate
Subject-restricted higher education entrance qualification
Higher education entrance qualification
Official transcripts of academic records
Interview
Professional experience
Work Sample
English proficiency scores
DSH 2 -German proficiency scores (for courses taught in German)
Motivation Letter (in English)
CV

The table below represents the detailed admission requirements for some of the topPG programs offered at HCU-

Courses	ECTC Equivalent Degree	Portfolio	Professional Experience	English Language Proficiency	German Language Proficiency
Master in Urban Planning	Necessary	Not Required	Required, with relevant proof	Not necessary	DSH 2
Master in Geodesy and Geoinformatics	Necessary	Not Required	Not Required	Required, if selecting Hydrography as a specialization	DSH 2
Master in Architecture	Necessary	Required	Required, at least six months of full-time employment	Not necessary	DSH 2
Master in Urban Design	Necessary	Required	Required, with relevant proof	Not necessary	DSH 2
Master in Civil Engineering	Necessary	Not Required	Required, at least six months of full-time employment	Not necessary	DSH 2
Master in Resource Efficiency in Architecture and Planning	Necessary	Required	Required, at least six months of full-time employment	Required	DSH 2

The applicants are informed about the result of their applications by the Student Service Center from mid-August. Selected students can check the admission letter, the application for enrolment and the semester contribution notification in their ahoi-account under the menu item "My Documents". Accepted students are given 7 days time to enroll at HCU.

FAQs

Ques. What are the ELP requirements set by the HafenCity university?

Ans. ELP requirements which are set by the university are given below-

TOEFL iBT -88
TOEFL ITP -570
IELTS Band- 7

Ques. Does HafenCity university provide job assistance?

Ans. Yes. The HafenCity university provides a large number of opportunities to its students through “Stellenwerk” to help them in getting placed.

Ques. What is the application fee at HafenCity University?

Ans. The application fee at HafenCity University is 75 EUR.

Ques. Does the university offer any financial aid to international students?

Ans. Yes, Students with excellent academic records meeting the eligibility criteria set by the university can avail the desired scholarships from the HafenCity university.

Ques. What is the acceptance rate of HafenCity university?

Ans. The acceptance rate of the university is 21%.

Ques. What is the maximum amount of finance necessary to live in Hamburg city for a master's degree of two years?

Ans. The cost of living depends on the sort of lodging you choose and the location where you reside. The monthly rent would be 200 EUR. It might cost around 300 EUR to hire a property or flat on your own.

Ques. What is the lowest GPA a candidate may have in order to pursue an MS at HafenCity University?

Ans. You must obtain an above-average grade point average (GPA) of at least 7 or 8 to enter HafenCity. If you achieve a 9 or higher CGPA, you'll have a good chance of being chosen.