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Technische Universität Berlin
Berlin, Germany
"Berlin technical university with many English-taught masters"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#147 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Technische Universität Berlin
Technische Universitat Berlin was founded in its current form in 1946 and traces its roots to institutions dating from 1770-1799. It has seven faculties and around 90 subjects, with strengths in engineering, computer science, natural sciences, planning and economics. Its main campus is in Charlottenburg in western Berlin. Third-party sources list over 70 English-taught master programmes.
Rankings & Recognition
#147
Ranked #147 in the QS World University Rankings 2025 (older edition, check topuniversities.com for the latest).
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Technische Universität Berlin's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1946
Founded
#147
QS 2025 Rank
Public University
Type
Berlin
Location
approx. 34,000
Total Students
approx. 27% of students (2019)
International Students
Popular Programs
Engineering
Computer Science
Natural Sciences
Planning and Architecture
Economics and Management
Humanities and Social Sciences
Application Details
Intakes
Winter (Oct) and Summer (Apr)
Application Route
uni-assist (VPD first)
Winter 2026/27
15 May / 15 Jun
Summer 2027
15 Jan (restricted) / 28 Feb (open)
Standardized Test Requirements
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Language test
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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
EUR 75
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 — N/A
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Konrad Zuse
Wernher von Braun
Campus & Location
Main campus in Charlottenburg near Zoologischer Garten and Tiergarten park in central-west Berlin.
Campus Details
Charlottenburg
campus
Campus Forecast
Berlin
Main campus
Student residences
Continental climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Berlin
approx. 9200 dorm places across Berlin
30+ residences incl. ISB international study centre
rent approx. EUR 272-622 / month
Dining
Studierendenwerk Berlin canteens at TU (6 outlets)
Mensa Hardenbergstrasse
Mensa Marchstrasse
Mensa Skyline
Mensa Architektur
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Hochschulsport TU Berlin
Student initiatives and clubs
Berlin city cultural life
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 27% of students (2019)
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 0 for most masters
Semester Fee
approx. EUR 379 / semester
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Winter and summer intakes. For winter 2026/27 third-party sources list 15 May 2026 for English-taught masters and 15 June 2026 for German-taught masters; summer 2027 deadlines are 15 January 2027 (restricted) and 28 February 2027 (open) per MyGermanUniversity.
Scholarships at Technische Universität Berlin
2 scholarships available
All Levels
All funding: varies
TU Berlin international student funding (check university site)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Recognised school-leaving certificate; German B2-C1
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor degree; English B2-C1 or German
English Proficiency
Language test
Check university siteRequired 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 Berlin 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 through uni-assist (or the university portal if the programme says so) and pay the uni-assist fee.
4
Admission decision
The university checks your file and sends the admission letter (Zulassung).
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Money & insurance
Open a blocked account (EUR 11,904 per year) and take German health insurance.
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Visa & enrol
Apply for a German national student visa (type D), then enrol and register your address after arrival.
Campus & Location
Main campus in Charlottenburg near Zoologischer Garten and Tiergarten park in central-west Berlin.
Bachelor's
5
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Bachelor's
Computer Science (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Mechanical Engineering (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Electrical Engineering (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Industrial Engineering (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Architecture (B.Sc.)
Master's
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Master's
Computer Science (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Polymer Science (M.Sc.)
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