Request for transcripts

Requests for transcripts must be sent at least two weeks before the date you will be requiring them. Final transcripts and Certificates can only be issued four to six weeks after the official defence. Upon completion, a written letter can be issued by the IMES office indicating that you have completed all coursework and credit requirements.

Requests for Letters of Recommendation

Generally, it is possible to receive a recommendation letter. Please read the following instructions and requirements:

Please submit your request for a recommendation letter at least six weeks ahead of the deadline, on which the letter has to be handed in.

When asking for a recommendation letter please include the following information:

• the position you want to apply for (internship, doctoral position, etc.), as well as further information on that position that might be helpful for writing the letter
• the complete address as well as the name of the respective person, to whom this letter should be submitted
• the deadline untill which you need the letter
• if you will collect the letter at the office or if it has to be sent.

Please also add a current CV as well as any other documents that might be helpful for the evaluation.

Please send your request to imes-info@uni-koeln.de.

Unfortunately incomplete requests cannot be processed!