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Apetershome: /* We can not consider candidates for this program who */

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We can not consider candidates for this program who

Apetershome: /* The following documents can not replace an international English proficiency test: */

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The following documents can not replace an international English proficiency test:

Apetershome: /* Direct fulfillment of the requirement */

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Direct fulfillment of the requirement

Apetershome at 12:01, 22 January 2021

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7siemund: /* Minimum Requirement: 60 ECTS credits or comparable from computer science */

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Minimum Requirement: 60 ECTS credits or comparable from computer science

7siemund: /* What does this mean for the documents I should prepare? */

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What does this mean for the documents I should prepare?

7siemund: /* Minimum Requirement: English language proficiency */

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Minimum Requirement: English language proficiency

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	* '''[[Minimum Requirement: 60 ECTS credits in computer science\| 60 ECTS in core computer science subjects]]'''		* '''[[Minimum Requirement: 60 ECTS credits in computer science\| 60 ECTS in core computer science subjects]]'''

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		+	* '''[[Minimum Requirement: 60 ECTS credits in computer science\| 60 ECTS in core computer science subjects]]'''
		+	* '''[[Minimum Requirement: English language proficiency\| English Proficiency Test with sufficient minimum scores]]'''
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		+	Please do not apply if you do not meet the minimum requirements - Please refrain from asking if you can still apply if you do not meet the minimum requirements by the 31 March. The answer is always ''no''.

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 ====We can not consider candidates for this program who====
-* Hand in a language proficiency test with a score below the levels listed above
+* Hand in a language proficiency test with a score below the levels listed above - also true for stated levels in the categories
 * Apply without a language proficiency test and without a '''separate letter''' stating why you do not need an English proficiency test

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 * Essays or papers written in the English language
 * Old English proficiency test scores (older than 2 years)
 ====We can not consider candidates for this program who====

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 * Sending one of the language proficiency tests in the list and having attained at least the following minimum scores:
-  CEFR/TELC Level >= at least B2 in all categories or C1
+  CEFR/TELC Level >= at least "upper" B2/C1 "upper intermediate" in all categories or better C1 "Advanced English"
   IELTS >= Overall band 6.5 + B2 (*with a minimum subscore of 6.0 for Listening, Comprehension, Speaking, Writing)
   TOEFL: IBT >= 90 (*with a minimum subscore of 20 for Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing), PBT >= 575, CBT >= 230
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   *of course, the overall minimum level has to be reached, too
-Please contact us if you have an international English proficiency test that does not appear on this list.
+Please contact the ias-team@ if you have an international English proficiency test that does not appear on this list before you hand in your application: only international language proficiency tests, done by internationally accepted companies and which provided tests for Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing may be accepted.
 We might also accept the following evidence - please state your case in a separate letter:

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 * Proof of English language proficiency by one of these tests:
   CEFR/TELC Level >= at least B2 in all categories or C1
   IELTS (Academic) >= Overall band 6.5 + B2 (*with a minimum subscore of 6.0 for Listening, Comprehension, Speaking, Writing)
   TOEFL: IBT >= 90 (*with a minimum subscore of 20 for Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing), PBT >= 575, CBT >= 230

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   Cambridge >= CAE or CPE
-='''Minimum Requirement: 60 ECTS credits or comparable from computer science'''=
+='''Minimum Requirement: 60 ECTS credits or comparable in computer science'''=
 The minimum requirement for the MSc IAS is a completed degree (at least a Bachelor’s degree) with at least 60 ECTS credits in core Computer Science courses; only completed ''university'' courses obtained in a single Bachelor in Computer Science or a single Master in Computer Science or a related field of study count towards the 60 ECTS credits in Computer Science.
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 ===I do not have "standard" Bachelor of Science but a comparable degree, what should I do?===
 Please submit all documents that can together be counted as comparable to a BSc degree (e.g. in some countries, an associative + 2 years BSc degree).
 ='''Minimum Requirement: English language proficiency'''=

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 * [[FAQ: Q&A| Frequently Asked Questions about the application]]
-=What does this mean for the documents I should prepare?=
+===What does this mean for the documents I should prepare?===
 See [[Application:Required documents| Required documents]] for detailed information.

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 * Apply without a language proficiency test and without a '''separate letter''' stating why you do not need an English proficiency test
-==I have a language certificate that is not listed on the website, can I send this as proof?==
+==Common questions regarding English Language Proficiency==
 Please understand that we can only consider internationally established certificates. English certificates from local language schools and universities cannot be verified and thus are rejected. Only the language certificates listed above with sufficiently high scores will immediately lead to the fulfilment of the required language proficiency.
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 Recent application periods have shown that applicants without the English certificates listed above and/or an unclear English proficiency are rejected due to a very high number of applications. Thus we recommend you submit one of the English certificates listed above.
-==I am a native English speaker. Do I still have to send a certificate?==
+===I am a native English speaker. Do I still have to send a certificate?===
 If you were born and/or are living in a country with English as one of its official languages, you do not have to provide further evidence. In this case, please submit a copy of your ID or passport. This might also apply if you have been studying or working in such a country for a long time. In this case, you can submit a confirmation such as a letter from your company or university. We still recommend you to provide additional proof of language proficiency using one of the English language certificates listed above.
-==My previous degree was fully taught in English. Is this sufficient proof?==
+===My previous degree was fully taught in English. Is this sufficient proof?===
 No. However, if your degree was obtained in a country with English as one of its official languages (e.g. Australia, New Zealand, UK, USA ...), and your certificate/transcript states that English was the medium of instruction throughout your entire degree ('''3+ years'''), and your university attests that all modules were taught and assessed in English, the selection committee may accept this as proof of proficiency. However, the selection committee will decide on a case to case basis depending on the country, institution, and use of English in your application. Please provide a document created by you, stating why you are not submitting an English Proficiency Test. We recommend you to provide proof of language proficiency using one of the English language certificates listed above.
-== Online English Certificates ==
+=== Online English Certificates ===
 This year we will also accept English certificates that are tested online. However, please be aware that the chosen certificate has the regular test curriculum and provides the same level of detail regarding the certificate scores. Furthermore, ensure that the online version of the English certificate states all four individual scores (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) as well as the overall score. For example, the "TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition" provides these scores and fulfils the above-stated requirements. If you are doubtful about a specific online English certificate, please contact the IAS team.
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 These are not sufficient, only use the official test results certificate such as a PDF that is provided to you or scan the certificate that you received by post from the testing centre.
-== I have a TOEFL certificate. What is the institution code of Universität Hamburg? ==
+=== I have a TOEFL certificate. What is the institution code of Universität Hamburg? ===
 If you want to submit the TOEFL scores through ETS, the department is Universität Hamburg - Department of Informatics.
 DI Code: B406. Usually, there is a considerable delay between the test and the arrival of the scorecard. Please '''ALWAYS''' add a copy of the scorecard/results page to your application documents and inform us via email: ias-info@informatik.uni-hamburg.de of the upcoming arrival of your scorecard from the test centre. If your documents do not arrive on time, your application will be rejected. It can happen that TOELF documents do not reach us.
-== More questions regarding the application ==
+=== More questions regarding the application ===
 * [[FAQ: Q&A| Frequently Asked Questions about the application]]
 =What does this mean for the documents I should prepare?=
 See [[Application:Required documents| Required documents]] for detailed information.