Q:How can I prepare for the assessment test?
A:During the assessment test you will be asked to work on a task that is based on your chosen specialisation subject - either in writing or using your sketching skills.
We also carry out interviews with all applicants lasting around 20 minutes. The purpose of the interview is to get to know you, to enable us to categorise your existing practical expertise and skills with regard to the degree program you would like to study and to gain an understanding of the objectives you have in relation to the degree program.
There isn’t much you can do to prepare for this.
We do, however, expect you to have kept up to date with current developments and trends in the professional environment.
Q: I am supposed to present work samples as part of the aptitude test?
A: Work samples / portfolio assist us in clarifying your applicant profile during the interview.
Your portfolio should present samples of your own work
which you consider as best and which support your intentions for the application.
Q: Could you give me an insight to the kind of work samples
which are expected in an applicant's portfolio.
A: The purpose of the portfolio is to better understand
your professional background and experience.
It is up to you to decide what kind of work documentation
(5 examples from the last 3 years) best demonstrates your skills.
Q: Should i come to the university to
attend the test?
Or will i be able to do it online?
A: For international applicants
living outside Germany we will offer
online versions for the test and interview.
Q.: Which language Level is requested in order to be accepted to MA IMS?
How do I have to prove it?
A.: It is possible to study the MA course Interactive Media Systems in English or German. To see details about which subjects are offered in English please refer to „structure“.
In order to communicate effectively as a team member
sufficient proficiency of the English language (B2) is strongly recommended.
An official English language test is not requested.
Q: My bachelor's degree does not match with the areas listed on the website, but I reasonably believe that my work experience may allow me to try to apply for this programme.
A: The fields of study mentioned are examples.
During the aptitude test, we can also learn to accurately assess
your prior subject knowledge. This is the crucial element in the application process.
Please include sound examples of work in your application that demonstrate your prior professional qualifications.
Q: Do I have to be an excellent software coder in order to complete the MA IMS successfully?
A: Coding is welcome but not mandatory
to be accepted to the MA IMS.
Q.: What are the
course fees at HS Augsburg?
A.: In Germany higher education in general is free.
Nevertheless there are some semester fees applicable.
The exact amount may vary over the years in a range between
120 - 200 € per semester.
Details:
https://www.hs-augsburg.de/en/Re-enrollment.html
Q.: Does HS Augsburg offer scholarships?
A.: Augsburg University of Applied Sciences itself does not offer scholarships. Please do your own research to find the relevant opportunities, e.g. at the DAAD.
Q: I have a
bachelor degree from a
foreign university. Is there anything specific I need to do?
A: If you have obtained your
Bachelor's degree outside Germany, please have this certified by a
preliminary review documentation (VPD) at
→
https://www.uni-assist.de/en/
Q: I will not receive my Bachelor's degree certificate until after the application deadline for the Master's programme. Can I still apply?
A: The valid Bachelor's degree certificate must be available at the time of enrolment for the degree programme in Augsburg. For the application, please submit at least the official transcript of the Bachelor final semester.
Q.: Is it possible to submit the VPD to the university after the indicated date?
A.: We need the VPD in time to be able to process your application. The VPD is generally valid and can also be used for other applications or at a later date. If you do not receive the VPD in time, please consider the next application period.
Q.: I have submitted my documents to Uni-assist for the VPD (preliminary review documentation) process. Unfortunately, it looks like I won't receive the document until after the application deadline at the THA. How should I handle this situation?
A.: Please apply regulary and in time. Addevidence) that your process at uni-assist is running. If the aptitude test process is successful for you, the VPD must be submitted promptly. It is a prerequisite for admission to the degree program.
Q.: I have completed my bachelor's of three years, which is comprised of 180CP. As a prerequisite for admission to the Master's programme, 210 CPs already acquired are mentioned. What will be the requirements for me to be applicable for this program?
A.: You can apply for the program, but you must cover the missing 30 credits within one year of admission. You can do this by attending courses in the Interactive Media Bachelor course at the HSA.
Q: I am already in employment and I am reluctant to give that up. Is it possible to follow the MA degree program in a part-time format and increase the number of semesters required to complete it?
A: The course of studies has been conceived as a full-time degree program. Taking a different approach to the structuring of the degree program would be at your own discretion. We have not developed any specific approaches in this regard.
Q: How many students does the Master take in?
A: The MA IMS course holds some 20+ students per semester. Demand varies with a slight upward trend.The most important thing is to decide on one of the focal points offered and to focus your application precisely on this. The submitted work examples in particular should illustrate the skills you bring with you.
Q.: I have successfully passed the aptitude test, but my Visa gets delayed, so that I will not be able to be present at Augsburg at the first day of semester. Is it acceptable to start the semester online until he arrives on campus?
A.: Experience shows that our timing is challenging, specially in Winter, when the break between semesters is rather short. Against this background, we have already practised on several occasions to let the accepted applicant participate via zoom at the beginning of the semester. However, this can only be confirmed for the project work. Most of the other subjects are held in presence.
As an alternative, you can also consider to start
the study programme in Augsburg after successfully passing the aptitude test with a one-semester delay.
The aptitude test remains valid in this case. (As does the VPD). However, the administrative procedure of the application must be gone through again online.
Q.: In the mentioned case, is there a deadline for attending the classes at the campus?
A.: More than 4 weeks is not suitable for both sides.
Q: I have successfully passed the aptitude test but would like to start studying in a later semester? Do I have to apply again?
A: Passing the aptitude test entitles you to enroll for a period of 2 years. In purely formal terms, however, you still have to submit a new application for the intended semester. When submitting your application documents, please point out that you have already passed the aptitude test. You will then be admitted to the degree programme without having to take the aptitude test again.
Q: I am currently studying a Master's programme at another university and would like to transfer to the MA IMS in Augsburg. What is the procedure?
A: Access to studies is regulated by the aptitude test. Students who change universities must also take part. Please apply via the regular procedure. A decision on any recognition of academic achievements already completed can only be made after the start of studies with us.
Q.: My application for the MA IMS was unsuccessful at the first attempt. Are there any restrictions on reapplying at a later date?
A.: A reapplication in a later application phase is possible, but only makes sense if new circumstances have arisen on the part of the applicant (e.g. more convincing examples of work, new professional experience in the desired field, clearer justification of the choice of specialisation). There are no other purely formal restrictions - such as waiting times.
