All Levels
All funding: varies
Technical University of Darmstadt
Darmstadt, Germany
"TU9 technical university strong in engineering and IT security"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#250 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Technical University of Darmstadt
TU Darmstadt was founded in 1877 and set up the world's first chair in electrical engineering in 1882. It has 13 departments across engineering, natural sciences, mathematics, social sciences and humanities, with research focus areas in energy and environment, information and intelligence, and matter and materials. It belongs to the TU9 alliance and the Unite! European university network.
Rankings & Recognition
#250
Ranked #250 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Technical University of Darmstadt's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Key Facts
1877
Founded
#250
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Darmstadt, Hesse
Location
approx. 24,400
Total Students
approx. 18%
International Students
Popular Programs
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering and IT
Computer Science
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Materials Science
Physics and Mathematics
Business and Social Sciences
Application Details
Intakes
Winter (Oct) and Summer (Apr)
Application Route
TUCaN online portal
Master Language
English (22 programmes)
Bachelor Language
German (DSH-2 or TestDaF 4)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS
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6.5 (typical for masters) |
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TOEFL iBT
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90 (typical for masters) |
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DSH
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DSH-2 (bachelor) |
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TestDaF
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TDN 4 (bachelor) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
92%
I-20 Processing
National visa (type D)
Post-Study Work
18 months
Green Card Pathway
EU Blue Card
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
DAAD / university awards
Career Outcomes
N/A
Graduate Employment
18 months
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
N/A
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — approx. 350 professors
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Peter Gruenberg
Campus & Location
Three campuses in and around Darmstadt: Inner City (Stadtmitte), Lichtwiese and Botanical Garden. The university also owns the August Euler Airfield for research.
Campus Details
Stadtmitte
Lichtwiese
Botanical
garden
Campus Forecast
Darmstadt
Hesse
Main campus
Student residences
Mild temperate climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Darmstadt runs 8 residence complexes
Studentendorf Lichtwiese and Karlshof residences
Berliner Allee LAB and Poststrasse halls
Rent per month not stated on the website
Dining
Mensa Stadtmitte
Mensa Lichtwiese
Mensa Schofferstrasse
Mensa Dieburg
Campus restaurant Schoffers and Bistro Haardtring
Meals from approx. EUR 2.00 for vegan dishes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Check university site
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 18%
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Semester Fee
approx. EUR 300 - 400 / semester
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Winter and summer intakes; for winter masters, restricted-admission programmes apply 1 April - 31 May and free-admission programmes 1 June - 31 August (approx.; confirm on the TU Darmstadt site).
Scholarships at Technical University of Darmstadt
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Deutschlandstipendium (check TU Darmstadt site)
All funding: approx. EUR 300 / month
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Recognised school certificate plus German
Postgraduate
Related bachelor degree plus English
English Proficiency
IELTS
6.5 (typical for masters)TOEFL iBT
90 (typical for masters)DSH
DSH-2 (bachelor)TestDaF
TDN 4 (bachelor)Required Documents
Passport copy
Application form (uni-assist or university portal)
School-leaving certificate (HZB) or degree
Academic transcripts
APS certificate (applicants from India, China, Vietnam)
Language proof (German or English)
CV and motivation letter
Blocked account proof (EUR 11,904 per year)
Health insurance proof
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the course list, teaching language and entry rules on the TU Darmstadt international pages.
2
Prepare documents
Get certified copies, the APS certificate (for India), a language certificate and a CV with motivation letter.
3
Apply online
Apply on the TU Darmstadt online application portal and upload your documents.
4
Admission decision
The university checks your file and sends the admission letter (Zulassung).
5
Money & insurance
Open a blocked account (EUR 11,904 per year) and take German health insurance.
6
Visa & enrol
Apply for a German national student visa (type D), then enrol and register your address after arrival.
Campus & Location
Three campuses in and around Darmstadt: Inner City (Stadtmitte), Lichtwiese and Botanical Garden. The university also owns the August Euler Airfield for research.
Bachelor's
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Mechanical and Process Engineering (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Physics (B.Sc.)
Master's
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Master's
Aerospace Engineering (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Computer Science (M.Sc.)
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IT Security (M.Sc.)
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