FAQ: Application and Admission
Am I eligible to apply for the Master's in Cultural Heritage and Cultural Property Protection?
In general, you are eligible to apply for a study place if you hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline of humanities, culture, or social sciences, and meet our formal admission and language requirements.
I am an international applicant, how can I apply for the program?
The application process is entirely digital via heiCO. Applicants from other universities as well as international students first register under the section 'here you can go directly to the online application,' create a personalized login account, and then proceed with the online application."
I am a German citizen, how can I apply for the program?
There is no official application deadline for German applicants (aside from the enrollment deadline of Heidelberg University). The application is submitted online through the campus management system heiCO
Which documents do I need to submit for my application?
For the admission assessment, we require:
- The certificate of general university entrance qualification
- Proof of Bachelor's degree
- Proof of English language proficiency at level C1
Additionally, it is helpful if you provide us with your resume and a brief motivation letter (maximum one page).
IMPORTANT NOTE: All official documents must be translated into German or English!
I haven't completed my Bachelor's degree yet / I haven't received my degree certificate, what should I do?
If you have not yet completed your studies or have not received your degree certificate, you must provide an official letter from your program coordinator stating your current grade point average and confirming that you are expected to complete your studies by the beginning of the winter semester at Heidelberg. Please note that you will need to present your degree certificate upon enrollment at Heidelberg University.
How do I demonstrate my English language proficiency?
You do not need to provide proof of your English language proficiency if a) English is your native language or b) you have obtained your Bachelor's degree from a university in an English-speaking country. In all other cases, you must submit a certificate demonstrating proficiency in the English language at level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The certificate should not be older than 2 years.
How do I demonstrate my proficiency in German?
The main language of instruction is German. Therefore, a prerequisite for successful studies in German-language programs at Heidelberg University is very good German language skills (at least at the level of the German Language Examination for University Entrance - DSH 2).
Language requirements for international students
Must I submit letters of reference?
No, you do not need to submit letters of recommendation, and the admissions office does not consider letters of recommendation.
I do not meet all the listed requirements, can I still apply?
Please note that your chances of success are low if you do not meet our formal admission requirements. However, you can still apply even if you do not meet all the requirements.
When should I submit my application? Is there a deadline for submitting applications?
Applications are possible from April 1st to September 30th for the following winter semester. The timing of your submission does not affect the processing or outcome of your application.
Will I be notified once my application has been received?
No, you can check the status of your application in heiCO.
How long does it take to receive the outcome of my application?
It usually takes two weeks for all applications to be evaluated by the admissions committee of the MA Cultural Heritage and Cultural Property Protection program (depending on the number of applications). The Central University Administration simultaneously reviews the formal admission requirements.