Eligibility & Qualifications

For military officer candidates, admission begins with selection via the Bundeswehr Assessment Center (ACFüKrBw) in Cologne, followed by a physical and aptitude evaluation. Candidates must hold German Abitur or equivalent and commit to around 13 years of service including study Obligations. 

For civilian applicants, entry is available under limited capacity and typically via partnerships with industries or federal agencies. Required is a university entrance qualification recognized under Bavarian law.

Language Proficiency

German-language programmes: Applicants must demonstrate proficiency (e.g. DSH, TestDaF) if courses are taught in German.

English-language tracks, such as select postgraduate programmes (e.g., International Security, Cyber Security), require CEFR B2 or equivalent. 

Application Documents & Process

Submit an application via UniBw?M’s portal or partner authority (if civilian route). For military candidates, the university enrols them post-selection via the Bundeswehr. Civilian applicants must submit transcripts, certificates, language proof, and may undergo interviews.