In exceptional cases, it is possible to obtain dispensation from the Initial Graduate School and be admitted directly to the Graduate School. You will need to take the following steps: Register before the regular dates of January 1 or May 1. When you apply for the International Graduate School, you submit a complete research proposal for admission to the Graduate School (instead of just a short two-page research proposal). You will also need to submit a recommendation from the intended supervisor supporting the dispensation request. Usually your intended promoter will propose this route themselves. If you receive an exemption, you will usually follow the IGS module 'Research Management and Ethics'.