# Applying for an MSc at DTU

**Source**: https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/admission-and-deadlines/application_procedure/apply/required-documents
**Parent**: https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/admission-and-deadlines/application_procedure/apply/international-admission-process

The academic level of our MSc Eng Programmes is highly advanced. To study at DTU, it is a requirement that you have a deep knowledge of engineering or science disciplines related to the MSc Eng programme you wish to apply for. These required documents apply to all applicants with a bachelor's degree acquired outside Denmark.

## **Important Information for Applicants**

To help you prepare a strong application, here’s what you need to know about DTU's admission process from Autumn 2026 onwards:

- DTU now uses a point-based system and selection criteria to evaluate applications.
- Before you start, make sure you understand the process for your chosen programme. You can find these details under [Programme specifications](https://student.dtu.dk/en/programme-specifications#master-of-science-in-engineering) → Academic Requirements → Limited Intake and Selection Criteria.

## **How to Ensure a Smooth Application Process**

To make sure your application is assessed fairly and without delays, please follow these steps:

✅ Understand the selection criteria for your programme.

✅ Review all document requirements before you begin.

✅ Upload the required document accurately and completely when you submit your application.

⚠️ Incomplete or incorrect submissions may affect your assessment.

💡 Tip: Preparing your documents in advance will help you submit a strong and complete application.

## **Checklist: Required Documents**

1. Bachelor Academic Documents
   - Completed Bachelor: Certified Diploma + Certified Academic Transcripts (officially translated into English either from the University or from an authorized translator)
   - Ongoing Bachelor: Certified Academic Transcripts (officially translated into English either from the University or from an authorized translator)
2. GPA translation document (if not explained on the transcript)
3. CV / Resume
4. [DTU’s Mandatory Template](https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/admission-and-deadlines/application_procedure/apply/qualifications_mapping) – Fill it completely and accurately.
   - Include ECTS conversion – [You can refer to the guide here](https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/admission-and-deadlines/application_procedure/apply/qualifications_mapping)
5. Course Descriptions for relevant courses
   - Provide an official online link in the template (if in English) OR
   - Submit the official online link + English translation (you can translate it yourself) in a single PDF.
6. Two Recommendation Letters – Only for Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Design & Innovation, Engineering Acoustics, Mechanical Engineering, Sustainable Energy Technologies.
7. [Language Test Results](https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/admission-and-deadlines/application_procedure/apply/language-test-requirements)

## **Optional Documents, if applicable (can positively influence your application)**

8. Study-related work experience (single PDF)
9. Research, internship, or publications (single PDF)
10. [GRE Test Scores](https://www.ets.org/gre.html)
    - No minimum requirement, but competitive scores are:

- 320 combined (Verbal + Quantitative)
- 4.0 in Analytical Writing

## **Additional Documents, if applicable**

- [Honours Track Application](https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/honours-programmes)\
  Submit a separate motivation letter explaining:
  - Why you want to join the Honours Programme
  - Your academic interests and career goals
  - Relevant courses and projects completed
- [Tuition Fee Waiver Statement (Non-EU Citizens)\](https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/fees-and-funding/tuition_fee_waivers)Submit a separate motivation letter explaining:
  - Academic achievements at Bachelor level
  - Grades (GPA or equivalent)
  - Research experience or publications
- Non-EU/EEA citizens are required to pay an application fee of 100 EUR. please make sure to upload proof of payment. More information on [how to pay the application fee](https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/fees-and-funding/application_fee).
- [Danish residence permit if applicable.](https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/fees-and-funding/non-eu-citizens-exempt-from-paying-tuition)

### Verification of documents

DTU does not accept fraudulent documents and will as part of the application process do spot checks on educational documents with the issuing university.

- [Information about fraud checks](https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/graduate/admission-and-deadlines/application_procedure/apply/required-documents/verification-of-educational-documents)