ISS International Business School of Service Management Hamburg

No, the ISS International Business School of Service Management Hamburg ceased its educational activities as of 2014 and is not currently accepting students. If you want to study in Hamburg, you need to research other active universities.

This entirely depends on your personal goals and situation. Master's programs generally offer more theoretical and academic depth, while an Ausbildung (vocational training) focuses on practical skills and offers a quicker entry into the workforce. A master's degree can often open doors to higher-paying positions, but an Ausbildung might lead to finding a job and working faster. For those who need to work while studying, an Ausbildung can be more appealing as it's paid training. For a master's, having a C1 German level and being able to follow lectures is critically important. Both have their own difficulties and advantages; you should make your decision considering your career goals and language proficiency.

Yes, some universities might request notarized copies or even originals of certain documents (like diplomas or transcripts) by mail for applications submitted through uni-assist. Usually, a 'beglaubigte Kopie' (certified copy) is required. It's recommended to send these documents securely with a tracking number via a courier or postal service (e.g., DHL, PTT Kargo). Before sending, always check the current requirements on the official website of uni-assist or the university you're applying to.

You are generally expected to fill out the mandatory fields on the uni-assist application form in English or German. It's best to follow the university's application language and the instructions provided by the uni-assist system. Filling it out in English is usually an accepted method for international applications, but if you're applying for a German-taught program, filling it out in German might be preferred. You should avoid filling it out in Turkish.

Most universities in Germany require a specific German language level (usually B2 or C1) for bachelor's or master's programs. Getting direct conditional admission with zero German is quite rare and usually only applies to English-taught programs. Some universities or private language schools might offer admission conditional on completing a German preparatory course (Sprachkurs). In Hamburg, there are very few programs that offer direct conditional admission without any German proficiency. Generally, at least a B1 level is required. For English-taught programs, German language skills are not required, but you will need English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS).

Yes, you can generally reuse your uni-assist profile. The system saves your previous applications and uploaded documents. However, it's important to update your personal information or educational history if there have been any changes. Also, for each new application period, you should check the universities' current document requirements. Using your old profile can speed up the document upload process.

The time it takes for uni-assist to send the VPD (Vorprüfungsdokumentation), which is a preliminary review document, can vary depending on application volume and the completeness of your documents. Generally, this process can take about 4 to 6 weeks. However, during peak periods (closer to application deadlines), this duration might extend. Submitting your application as early as possible and ensuring all documents are complete will speed up the process. You can track the status of your application through your uni-assist account.