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TU Dortmund University
Dortmund, Germany
"Technical university with the H-Bahn campus link in the Ruhr area"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#691 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About TU Dortmund University
TU Dortmund University was founded in 1968 as the University of Dortmund and took its current name in 2007. It has 16 faculties spanning engineering, natural sciences, computer science, statistics, business and education. The North and South campuses are linked by the H-Bahn suspended monorail. It has over 6,000 staff including about 300 professors.
Rankings & Recognition
#691
Ranked #691 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 TU Dortmund University'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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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1968
Founded
#691
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia
Location
approx. 29,500 (2024/25)
Total Students
Popular Programs
Engineering
Computer Science
Statistics and Data Science
Natural Sciences
Economics
Education and Cultural Studies
Application Details
Intakes
Winter / Winter and Summer
Application Route
Via the International Office
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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DSH
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DSH-2 (bachelor) |
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English (masters)
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CEFR B2 (IELTS or TOEFL accepted) |
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. 300 professors
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
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Campus & Location
Two campuses, North and South, linked since 1984 by the H-Bahn suspended monorail.
Campus Details
Dortmund
North campus
Dortmund
South campus
Campus Forecast
Dortmund
North Rhine-Westphalia
Main campus
Student residences
Mild temperate climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Dortmund
approx. 2800 places across 5 cities
rent approx. EUR 229-528 / month
Dining
Studierendenwerk Dortmund runs 9 outlets at TU
Hauptmensa
Food Fakultaet open to 10 pm on weekdays
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Hochschulsport TU Dortmund
Student radio
Theatre flat rate for students
Semester kick-off in the stadium
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
N/A
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
EUR 321 / semester (SoSe 2026)
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Bachelor admission is mainly for the winter semester; masters can start in winter or summer depending on the programme. See tu-dortmund.de/fristen for current deadlines.
Scholarships at TU Dortmund University
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
Equivalent entrance qualification; DSH-2 German
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor degree; English B2
English Proficiency
DSH
DSH-2 (bachelor)English (masters)
CEFR B2 (IELTS or TOEFL accepted)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 Dortmund 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 Dortmund 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
Two campuses, North and South, linked since 1984 by the H-Bahn suspended monorail.
Bachelor's
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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
Statistics (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering (B.Sc.)
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Bachelor's
Spatial Planning (B.Sc.)
Master's
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Master's
Data Science (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Econometrics (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Manufacturing Technology (M.Sc.)
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Master's
Chemical Biology (M.Sc.)
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