Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Munich, Germany
Undergraduate strengths: Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Medicine. Taught primarily in German/English.
Is Technical University of Munich (TUM) right for you?
Best for students who
- want a supportive route into higher education with realistic entry standards
- prefer applied, career-focused teaching over research-first departments
- want a big-city life with internships on the doorstep in Munich
- are targeting high graduate earnings early in your career
- are set on Engineering, Computer Science, Physics
Maybe not for you if you
- are specifically chasing a top-25 world ranking on your CV
- want a compact, close-knit campus where you recognise everyone
- want a subject well outside Engineering or Computer Science
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Undergraduate courses
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Undergraduate entry requirements
Abitur 1.5–2.0; IELTS 6.5 / TestDaF 4; some programmes need TUM entrance test.
Entry requirements last verified 15 February 2026.
- IELTS — English language test scored 0-9. Most universities want 6.0-7.5 overall.
- Abitur (Germany) — German school-leaving qualification scored 1.0 (best) to 4.0. Top courses want ≤1.5.
Costs (per year)
- Annual undergraduate tuition (international): €0 – €6,000
- Annual undergraduate tuition (home): €0–€500
- Living: €12,000 – €16,000
Home fees are typical national rates. Fees last verified 15 February 2026 — always confirm on the official site.
Top employers & salary
Salary data last verified 15 February 2026.
Typical graduate salary: €55,000–€75,000/yr
Housing & city
Student wellbeing
Most universities provide free or low-cost counselling, GP access for international students, and dedicated international-student offices for visa and settling-in support. Look for the "Student Services" or "Wellbeing" section on the official site for the latest hours and contacts.
Clubs & activities
Expect 100+ student societies covering sport, debate, performing arts, entrepreneurship, faith, and culture. Major intake fairs run in the first weeks of term — joining one society early is the fastest way to build a friend group abroad.
Around campus & Munich
Useful links
Visa — Germany
National visa for study purposes (D-Visa)
Required for non-EU students; converted to a residence permit after arrival.
- University admission
- Blocked account (~€11,904/yr)
- Health insurance
- Academic transcripts
Closest airports
- SiteFRA · Frankfurt~0 km from Munich
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