TUM is Germany's top-ranked technical university, founded in 1868. It leads in engineering, natural sciences, and life sciences, with strong ties to BMW, Siemens, and MAN. Over 45,000 students benefit from a research-intensive culture and one of Europe's highest graduate employment rates.
Munich, Germany
Official website: tum.de
#37 Globally
#1 in Germany (QS)
Top 20 Worldwide (QS)
Top 10 in Europe (QS Graduate Employability)
Excellence Initiative University — German federal designation
€4,000 – €12,000
Non-EU international students, bachelor's and master's programmes
€15,600 – €24,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on tum.de before you apply.
MSc Informatics (Computer Science)
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
MSc Mechanical Engineering
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
MSc Data Engineering and Analytics
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
BSc Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
MSc Biomedical Engineering
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
MBA — TUM School of Management
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 7.0, TOEFL: 95, GMAT: 600+
#1 university in Germany — ranked by QS, Times Higher Education, and Academic Ranking of World Universities.
AACSB and EQUIS-accredited TUM School of Management — among the top business schools in the German-speaking world.
Deep industry partnerships — BMW, Siemens, MAN, and Airbus recruit directly from TUM campuses.
Three campuses across Bavaria — central Munich, Garching science hub, and Weihenstephan for life sciences.
Engineering graduates are recruited by BMW, Siemens, Airbus, and Bosch, often before finishing their degree.
Computer science alumni move into roles at Google, Microsoft, SAP, and Munich's growing tech sector.
Life sciences graduates pursue careers in MedTech and pharma, including at Roche, Bayer, and local biotech firms.
TUM ranks in the global top 10 for graduate employability — over 90% of graduates find work within six months.
Undergrad
15 Jul 2027
Postgrad
31 May 2027
Undergrad
15 Jan 2027
Postgrad
15 Jan 2027
TUM's main campus sits in central Munich, minutes from the English Garden. The Garching research campus houses Europe's largest university research reactor.
Munich consistently ranks among Europe's most liveable cities. Students access a strong public transport network, a large international community, and graduate job fairs drawing 200+ employers annually.
Unconditional university offer letter
Blocked account: €11,208 per year
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Proof of health insurance coverage
Completed national visa application form
Proof of accommodation in Germany
For the October winter intake, master's applications are generally due by 31 May and bachelor's by 15 July, though this varies by programme. For the April summer intake, most deadlines fall on 15 January. Always check the specific degree programme page, as some (like Physics or Management) have earlier deadlines.
TUM has two main intakes: the Winter Semester starting in October, and the Summer Semester starting in April. Most master's and nearly all bachelor's programmes only admit in October, so check your specific programme before planning around April.
Non-EU students need a German national (Type D) student visa before enrolling. You'll also need a blocked account of around €11,904 per year and proof of health insurance and accommodation to get it approved.
Popular programmes include MSc Informatics, MSc Mechanical Engineering, MSc Data Engineering and Analytics, and the TUM School of Management MBA. Most master's programmes ask for IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 88+, while the MBA typically requires IELTS 7.0, TOEFL 95, and a GMAT score of 600 or higher.
Yes. TUM offers a Bavarian government-funded scholarship, a one-time payment of €500 to €1,800 per semester, which you can reapply for every term. Non-EU students paying tuition can also apply for merit- or need-based waiver scholarships that cover fees for one or more semesters.
