Programme examples and their scores
Scores below are from Mannheim's master's foreign language requirements page. TOEFL scores must be the Test Date Score, and at-home versions of the tests are accepted. Mannheim gives no per-band IELTS minimum.
| Programme | IELTS Academic | TOEFL iBT | English-taught first degree | Test age limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mannheim Master in Management | 7.0 | 100 | At least 40% taught in English (Mannheim form) | 2 years |
| Master's Program in Economics | 6.0 | 72 | At least 25% taught and examined in English | 5 years |
| Mannheim Master in Data Science | 6.0 | 72 | At least 50% taught and examined in English | 5 years |
Other routes and deadlines
The Finance, Accounting and Taxation and Operations & Supply Chain Management masters use the same C1 list as Management. Social Data Science asks IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90. Data Science also accepts a GMAT of 500 or an equivalent GRE as English proof.
Test age is counted to the application deadline. Degrees and school-leaving qualifications have no expiry date. For Management, Economics and Data Science, the English proof can be sent until 15 August.
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Mannheim measures an English-taught degree by its share of English teaching, not by country. Its page names no country restriction, so a degree from India can qualify if it meets the percentage, using Mannheim's form where required. Mannheim's page does not mention uni-assist.
Your German student visa is handled by the German embassy or consulate where you apply, not by the University of Mannheim. This guide covers the University of Mannheim's admission rule only. Our IELTS for Germany guide covers the visa side and test fees.
English requirements in Germany are written into each programme's admission or examination regulations and can change between intakes. The score that binds you is the one on your University of Mannheim programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.
Frequently asked questions
Does the University of Mannheim accept PTE?+
PTE Academic is not on Mannheim's master's language requirements page for these programmes.
Is IELTS 6.5 enough for Mannheim?+
For Economics and Data Science (6.0) and Social Data Science (6.5), yes. The Master in Management asks 7.0.
Can my English-taught bachelor's from India replace IELTS at Mannheim?+
It can if enough of the degree was taught in English: at least 40% for Management, 25% for Economics and 50% for Data Science. Mannheim names no country restriction.
How old can my IELTS be for Mannheim?+
Two years for the C1 business programmes such as Management, and five years for Economics and Data Science, counted to the application deadline.
Does Mannheim accept Duolingo?+
Duolingo is not on Mannheim's list of accepted English proofs for master's programmes.
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