Step 27 of 30
After Graduation
Graduation & Career
Updated 2026-01Graduation
Thesis defence, transcripts, degree certificate — plan your next residence permit early.
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After defending your thesis and receiving grades, the university issues your degree certificate (Urkunde), transcript (Notenbescheinigung / Transcript of Records) and diploma supplement. You'll need all three for job applications and the next residence permit.
Why it's needed
Foundation for job-seeker visa, EU Blue Card and permanent residence.
Who requires this
Every graduate.
- Fulfilled all study and thesis requirements
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- Thesis submission form
- Enrolment certificate for the graduation semester
- Passport
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- Submit thesis + defense date
- Complete all remaining exams
- Collect Urkunde + transcript + diploma supplement
- De-register (Exmatrikulation) or continue in a new program
- Start job hunt 6 months before graduation