Frequently asked questions
all about the selection days
Before the selection day
When can I register for a selection day?
Registration for the selection days will be open from mid-May - after the opening of applications - as an application for a study place is required to take part.
I have registered, but now I can't/won't take part. How do I cancel my registration?
Please send a short informal e-mail (without giving reasons) to auswahl.college@leuphana.de stating that you are unable to attend the appointment.
Can I choose when I take part or are there differences between the days?
You can choose freely between the dates published on our website.
Can I fail the test?
No, you can only improve and generate additional points by participating.
Can I prepare for the study skills test?
It is neither necessary nor possible to prepare for the study skills test in any particular way.
To give you an impression of the groups of tasks, we have put together sample German tasks (for German-language study programmes) and sample English tasks (for English-language study programmes).
For which study programmes does the study skills test take place?
The study skills test is carried out for all study programmes. Please note that the test can only be credited if you take it in the language of the study programme for which you are applying.
Which study programmes conduct selection interviews?
Selection interviews are only held for the Studium Individuale programme.
How can I prepare for the selection interview?
The selection interviews consist of a 20-minute individual interview followed by a short presentation (5 minutes + 5 minutes for follow-up questions). The interview is conducted in the language of the chosen study programme. Topics of the individual interview include your motivation for the study programme and Leuphana University.
A five-minute presentation on a topic of your choice must be prepared for the selection interview. It should be on a current and socially relevant topic. Please bring an outline of your presentation in duplicate to the selection interviews. Please refrain from preparing PowerPoint presentations etc. These cannot be used.
I have a health impairment. How can I take part in the study skills test or the selection interview?
It is important to us that you do not suffer any disadvantages due to a health impairment (in the sense of a chronic or mental illness or a disability). In this case, please contact us (auswahl.college@leuphana.de) so that we can clarify the details.
How can I apply if I have acquired a higher education entrance qualification in a non-EU/EEA country?
5% of study places are available for applicants who have obtained a higher education entrance qualification in a non-EU/EEA country. All relevant information on the application process can be found under "International applicants".
Can I do the test and the interview on two different days?
Yes, that is possible.
I already took part in the study skills test (the selection interview) last year. Can I have my results credited again?
If you have already taken part in the selection procedure in the previous year, your aptitude test and selection interview results can be recognised under certain conditions. Results that are older than one year cannot be recognised. It is important that you have applied for the same study programme. If this is not the case, you must or can take part in the selection days again this year.
On the selection day
What do I need to bring with me for the selection days?
Regardless of the study programme you have chosen, you will need the following for the selection days:
- Photo ID (identity card, passport, driving licence). Be sure to keep your ID with you; you will have to show it repeatedly.
- At least one dark coloured pen (black or blue)
The following also applies to applicants who wish to take part in an interview (Global Environmental Sustainability Studies, Studium Individuale and Environmental Sciences programmes): Please bring the written outline of your presentation in duplicate.
Where do the selection days take place?
The selection days take place on the campus of Leuphana University Lüneburg. The address is: Universitätsallee 1, 21335 Lüneburg
Information on how to find us can be found here.
Where and how do I find the registration and test rooms?
Registration will take place in the central building or in the Leuphana lecture theatre. You will find a signposting system on campus which will guide you to the registration desk. After your online registration and in good time before your selection day, you will receive an e-mail with all the relevant information for your selection day.
I am travelling by train, how do I get to the campus?
From Lüneburg railway station, the university bus line 5001 takes 13 minutes directly to the Universitätsallee stop at the main entrance to the campus.
There are also regular bus routes 5011 (direction Rettmer/Häcklingen) and 5012 (direction Bockelsberg) to the central campus, bus stop Blücherstraße (1 min walk from the campus) - and route 5600 to the bus stop Zentralgebäude.
You can display your route at the HVV.
I am travelling by car. Where can I park during the selection days?
You can find an overview of parking facilities on the map of the Leuphana campus.
I have a long journey. Can my travelling/accommodation costs be covered?
Under certain conditions, Leuphana University can cover a proportion of your travelling expenses. Please refer to the relevant application form to find out what proof you need to provide. Unfortunately, Leuphana University of Lüneburg cannot cover accommodation costs.
I have a long journey, can I stay overnight on campus?
For participants with a long journey, we will provide free overnight accommodation on campus. Please bring your own sleeping bag and a sleeping mat. Registration is required. Overnight accommodation is limited and unfortunately not available for accompanying persons. We will publish all further information and the link for registration in good time on the Selection Days page.
I have not registered for the selection days, can I still take part?
Sie können nur teilnehmen, wenn Sie sich online für die Auswahltage angemeldet haben und vorher eine Bewerbung abgegeben haben.
May I use a pocket calculator
No, you are not allowed to use a calculator. This is not required to complete the tasks.
I cannot attend on site, what should I do?
If you are unable to take the aptitude test and/or the interview in person, you have the option of taking it online.
You can take the ITB-ASET online as a substitute for the Leuphana study aptitude test which takes place in person. Information on this can be found on the Selection Day page. Please note that this will incur additional costs.
You can also complete the selection interview online. To do this, register for one of the online appointments using the registration form.
After the selection day
How do I find out what score I have achieved?
Once you have taken part, you will shortly receive your score by post as soon as possible.
How will the points be credited to me?
f you have submitted a valid application, your points will automatically be offset against the points from your HZB and extracurricular activities if your application falls within the main quota and you have taken the test in the language of the relevant study programme.
I have already written the test on campus in advance, can I do the interview online?
Yes, this is possible. When registering for the interview, you can indicate that you would like to conduct it online.
I am not satisfied with my result, can I take part a second time?
No, you can only take the test once per application phase.
When will I find out whether I have been granted admission?
You can check the status of your application at any time on myCampus. You will be informed of any changes to your status by e-mail.
Please understand that due to the high demand, you will not be able to receive information on the status of your application by telephone or e-mail.
Contact & Counseling
Initial Information
Information Office (Infoportal)
Building 8, ground floor
Universitätsallee 1, 21335 Lüneburg
Phone +49.4131.677-2277
Fax +49.4131.677-1430
studierendenservice@leuphana.de
Opening hours
Term time & term break:
Mon - Thu 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fr 9 - 12 a.m.
Arrange an appointment
College's Student Counselling Service
Building 8, ground floor
Universitätsallee 1, 21335 Lüneburg
Open Consultation Hours
Wed 11 – 13 h (on campus)
Thu 16 – 18 h (via Zoom)
Gazettes
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