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Technische Universität Braunschweig
Braunschweig, Germany
"Germany's oldest technical university, strong in mobility research"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#711 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Technische Universität Braunschweig
TU Braunschweig traces back to the Collegium Carolinum founded in 1745 and is one of Germany's oldest technical universities. It has six faculties offering 87 study programmes, with 12,478 of its 16,077 students in STEM fields (2023/24). Notable members include Carl Friedrich Gauss and Richard Dedekind.
Rankings & Recognition
#711
Listed in the QS World University Rankings 2027 in the 781+ band.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Technische Universität Braunschweig's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1745
Founded
781+ band
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Braunschweig, Lower Saxony
Location
16,077 (2023/24)
Total Students
3,237 (about 20%)
International Students
Popular Programs
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering and Physics
Civil Engineering and Architecture
Computer Science and Mathematics
Life Sciences
Humanities and Education
Application Details
Intakes
Winter and Summer (programme-specific)
Application Route
Check university site
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
N/A
Avg Scholarship
DAAD / university awards
Career Outcomes
N/A
Graduate Employment
18 months
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
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Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 243 professors
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Carl Friedrich Gauss
Richard Dedekind
Klaus von Klitzing
Campus & Location
City campuses in Braunschweig in Lower Saxony, including the research airport run by the university.
Campus Details
Braunschweig
Campus Forecast
Braunschweig
Lower Saxony
Main campus
Student residences
Mild maritime climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk OstNiedersachsen
Dorms such as APM am Rebenring and Wohnheim Karlstrasse
rent approx. EUR 186-781 / month
Dining
Mensa 1 TU (Katharinenstrasse 1)
Mensa 2 TU
Bistros and cafeterias
Coffee bar
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Hochschulsport Braunschweig
Student initiatives
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
3,237 (about 20%)
Main Intl. Regions
China and other Asian countries lead
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 0 (semester fee only)
Semester Fee
EUR 472.50 / semester (WS 2026/27)
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Winter and summer intakes depend on the programme. Check the university international pages for the current year's deadlines.
Scholarships at Technische Universität Braunschweig
2 scholarships available
All Levels
All funding: eUR 300 / month
Deutschlandstipendium (merit-based, via university)
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; German proficiency
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor degree; English 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
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Choose programme
Check the course list, teaching language and entry rules on the TU Braunschweig international pages.
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Prepare documents
Get certified copies, the APS certificate (for India), a language certificate and a CV with motivation letter.
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Apply online
Apply on the TU Braunschweig online application portal and upload your documents.
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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
City campuses in Braunschweig in Lower Saxony, including the research airport run by the university.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Mechanical Engineering (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Computer Science (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Electrical Engineering (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Civil Engineering (B.Sc.)
Master's
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Master's
Automotive Engineering (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Computer Science (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Linear Solid Mechanics (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Health-Enabling Technologies (M.Sc.)
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