Document background
The Degree Completion Certificate (Abschlussurkunde) is a fundamental document in the German higher education system, required for professional recognition and further academic pursuit. It is issued upon successful completion of all degree requirements and serves as the primary evidence of academic qualification. The certificate must comply with the German Federal Framework Act for Higher Education (Hochschulrahmengesetz) and relevant state-specific regulations. It is typically accompanied by a Diploma Supplement and transcript of records to provide comprehensive documentation of the academic achievement. The document's format and content are standardized to ensure recognition within Germany and internationally through the Bologna Process framework.
