TUB Admissions 2023: Application Fees & Deadline ,,Germany

The Technical University of Berlin (TU Berlin) campus encompasses an area of 149 acres. It traces its history of foundation to 1770 when it was known as the Mining Institute before the Building and Vocational Academies merger to form the Royal Technical College of Berlin in 1879. It adopted the ‘Technische Universität Berlin’ name in 1946 when it opened after the Technical College Berlin closure. Now, TU Berlin is a reputed member of the TU9, which is a society of the largest and most notable institutes of technology in Germany. It is also a part of the Top International Managers in Engineering (T.I.M.E.), formerly known as the Top Industrial Managers for Europe. The T.I.M.E is the oldest European network for Engineering schools that encourage double-degree and exchange programmes. Primarily known for its research-oriented programmes, TU Berlin has continually received funding from both state and external benefactors. In 2020, it received around 300 million EUR from the state.

Courses Offered

What all courses are available to international students?

TU Berlin offers 49 bachelor’s degree programmes in German (language of instruction) and 94 master’s degree programmes that include significant fields of study including Arts, Engineering, Science, Economics, and so on. The medium of instruction for MS programmes is English, German, or both (English and German). Each MS programme has the option of further study, allowing students to pursue a doctorate in the same or different subjects. TU Berlin also has a close association with several research institutes, such as the Helmholtz Centers and Max Planck Institutes that are a vital part of Berlin’s ‘Brain City’ – one of Europe’s largest research hub.

To know more about these courses offered by TU Berlin, read the university brochure here.

See: Online Course Catalogue

Eligibility & Documents Required

What are the eligibility requirements?

For undergraduate programmes, TU Berlin requirements differ depending on the course and major. It accepts 10+3 years of education degree, i.e., either grade 12 qualification and a one or two-diploma in the respective subject or a grade 10 qualification with a three-year diploma. For international applicants (non-European citizens), a German language proficiency test score is compulsory as all UG programmes are offered in German only. The university accepts any one of these as proof of German language proficiency:

• Advanced Placement score in German
• DSH (at least level 2 is required)
• TestDAF (at least 16 points)

Note: Exact score requirements will vary depending on the course. Check the official website to know more about this.

For graduate programmes, each department has different admissions requirements. Thus, score requirements will vary as per course or choice of major apart from a mandatory bachelor’s or master’s degree, which should be equivalent to the country’s standard of education. German or English proficiency tests are required depending on the medium of instruction of the selected course. Check the respective school website for details.

English proficiency tests accepted	TOEFL or IELTS
German proficiency tests accepted	DSH or TestDAF

Apart from this, some standardised test scores may be mandatory for particular courses, while some courses may be test-optional. Check the website for details. Standardised tests scores accepted are:

• GRE
• GMAT

For MBA programmes, along with a valid bachelor’s or master’s degree, applicants are expected to have prior work or internship experience of at least six months after graduating. English proficiency test score (IELTS or TOEFL) is compulsory, while submitting a GRE/GMAT score is optional.

 

What all documents are needed for application?

All documents submitted during the application process need to be original drafts and in English or translated in English. Students should also get their documents evaluated by trusted credential evaluators.

For UG aspirants, the following documents are required:

• Academic transcripts
• DSH/TestDAF/AP score reports
• Letters of Recommendation (LORs)
• Supplement essays
• Additional supplements such as audio recordings, videos, or portfolios
• Financial documents
• Proof of German statutory health insurance
• Fee waiver form, if any

For PG students:

• Academic transcripts
• IELTS/TOEFL score reports
• DSH/TestDAF score reports
• GRE/GMAT score reports
• Resume/CV
• Essays or SOP, as per course requirement
• Two to three LORs
• Additional or optional supplements such as cover letter, video statement, portfolios, etc
• Financial documents
• Proof of German statutory health insurance
• Fee waiver form, if any

Application & Tuition Fees

Is there any application fees?

TU Berlin’s undergraduate application fee is a non-refundable amount of EUR 75 as you apply through the Uni-assist portal. For the first desired course of study, the application fee is EUR 75, and for each additional course, it is an extra EUR 30. International students who have not received a UG degree from TU Berlin need to apply through the Uni-assist portal as well. Thus, the application fee will remain the same – EUR 75. Only one application for a master’s degree is accepted per intake, and usually, the university bears the cost of the application.

Note: For Summer 2021, the university has announced that the applicant needs to pay the application fee. For details on this, check the official website.

What is the fee structure of courses offered by the university?

TU Berlin does not charge any tuition fee except for continuing education programmes. However, students need to pay a ‘semester fee’, which varies each semester slightly. This semester fee includes:

• Administration fee
• Student body fee
• Contribution to Studierendenwerk Berlin (federal grant)
• Contribution to Semesterticket (unlimited public transport travel in Berlin)

This is mostly applicable to undergraduate aspirants, while some MS programmes may require an applicant to pay the tuition fee. The table below is an estimation of the semester fee for international students:

Note: Semester and tuition fees are subject to change. Check the university website for the current academic year fee structure.

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Is there any scholarship or financial aid available for international students?

TU Berlin does not provide any scholarship or financial aid to international students. However, there are individual scholarship and internship programmes which international students can avail. For Indian students, scholarship programmes like DAAD and Heinz Nixdorf Programme are available. If a student is pursuing any doctorate programme, then the expenses or costs will be covered as per the amount dispersed as a research grant. For details on this, visit the respective course and school website.

Admission Process

When do the admissions start?

TU Berlin offers undergraduate programmes during Summer and Winter Intake. Some courses are offered in both the intakes, while others are offered either in Summer or Winter Intake. For international students, the usual deadlines for each intake are as follows:

Intakes	Deadlines
Summer	January–February
Winter	August

Graduate programmes are also either in Summer or Winter Intake. Each department and course has a different deadline; however, intake-wise deadlines are as follows:

Intakes	Deadlines
Summer	January–February
Winter	July-August

How to apply to UG courses?

You can apply to TU Berlin through the Uni-assist portal. Uni-assist takes three to four weeks to process your application and forward it to the university. Thus, the university advises students to apply well in advance. There is no interview involved, and you can track your application’s status through the Uni-assist only.

How to apply to PG courses?

If you do not have an undergraduate degree from TU Berlin, you need to apply through the Uni-assist portal only. The process is similar to that of undergraduate admissions. No interview is required. For international students with an existing TU Berlin degree, the admissions process can be done through its application portal. For more information on this, visit the university website and follow the given instructions.

When will I hear from the university after I submit my application?

All admission decisions are communicated in two or three months. The document processing time may extend up to six weeks; thus, the results are generally announced after the deadlines.

Student Diversity & Preferred Profile

What are the chances to get into this university?

TU Berlin emphasises more on practical or technical knowledge. Thus, along with a strong academic record, a few years of professional experience or internship will be an added advantage. Some courses even have a prerequisite of compulsory practical experience for the same reason. It is important to note that TU Berlin does not particularly ask for standardised test scores. However, it is open to considering them during the application process to understand the holistic profile of a student. Language proficiency tests are compulsory, as most of the courses are taught in German. Also, it will be useful for students to communicate and move around the city. The university does not specify any particular criteria for consideration of a student profile. It will just see a candidate’s academic record and domain knowledge. Yet, getting admission is quite challenging, mainly due to the high volumes of applications and competitive applicant pool.

 

How many Indian/international students are studying at the university?

TU Berlin admitted 33,356 students for the Summer 2020 intake, out of which 8,846 are international students. The gender diversity of the university includes 66.4 per cent males and 33.6 per cent female population.

 

Part Time Work While Studying

Can I work while studying here?

International students are entitled to work for 120 days a year only. Students can work for 120 days in full or 240 half days. A student cannot work more than 20 hours a week while the university is in session. During holidays or vacations, students are allowed to work up to 40 hours per week. An exception to the 120-days rule is made for students working as student assistants. They do not require a work permit nor are restricted to the working hours, given that there is a close association between their studies and their part-time employment. Also, internships do not fall under the 120-days rule, and no separate permission is required for internships that are a part of a degree programme. For more details on this, check the www.betreuung-int-stud.tu-berlin.de/ site.

Campuses & Accommodation

How many colleges and campuses does the university have?

TU Berlin has four campuses spread across the city of Berlin. The main campus is located in Charlottenburg, and the other campuses are in Wedding, Tempelhof–Schoneberg (EUREF), and Dahlem. It also has a campus in Egypt situated in El Gouna and a liaison office in Cairo. Adding to this, it has representative offices in Brussels (Belgium), Sao Paulo (Brazil), and New York (USA). TU Berlin has eight schools or ‘faculty’, which is further divided into institutes offering classes in specific streams.

 

Is on-campus housing available?

On-campus housing is not available at TU Berlin. Students can opt to stay at dormitories or in a private apartment. All dormitories are managed by Studentenwerk Berlin, where students can search for dormitories according to location, budget, and housing type. The dormitory rooms usually include a small studio or single room with a shared kitchen and bathroom. The prices range between EUR 205 and EUR 355 depending on the room size and furnishings present. Dormitory rooms are rented for the whole semester, i.e., no mid-semester change is allowed. For private or apartment-style accommodation, the university has a list of agencies offering rooms as per student requirement. Check the international student webpage for details on apartment renting agencies.

After confirmation of accommodation, students need to register with a Meldestelle (a residence registration office) at any Bürgeramt within 14 days of their arrival in Germany and receive the Anmeldebestätigung (confirmation). For registering with a Meldestelle, a student will require the following documents:

• Anmeldeformular (registration form)
• Valid passport or official ID
• Rental agreement (if available) or signature of the landlord on the registration form

Note: The rates are subject to change. Read the international student guide for more details on accommodation and living expenses.

University Contact Information

Whom should I contact in case of any doubts?

Address: Straße des 17. Juni 135, 10623 Berlin, Germany

Website: www.tu.berlin/en/

Contact No: +49–30–3140