Before Studying
With a degree program at the TUM School of Engineering and Design, you are choosing a young, interdisciplinary science. We focus on the potential of interdisciplinary education in current research fields, modern methodology, digital tools, and the renowned technical background of TUM. Hence, you will acquire an individual profile and be ideally equipped for the diverse future fields in research and industry.
If you want to apply your technical and creative knowledge to your profession, our degree programs offer you the best prerequisites. Our degree programs are characterized primarily by project-oriented learning in a modern high-tech environment, intensive personal support, an attractive university campus for a motivating atmosphere, and a strong sense of community.
ExploreTUM: Your Bachelor Studies at TUM
What makes the Technical University of Munich special? What can I study at TUM? And where at all? TUM is not only in Munich, but also in Garching, Freising, Heilbronn, Ottobrunn/Taufkirchen, Oberpfaffenhofen and Straubing. Do you want a sightseeing flight? Then take a look at each location from above in this video, immerse yourself in the world of science and get a taste of campus air.
From the orientation phase to the application: Offers for interested students
Our faculty offers guided tours for school classes, attractive programs for schoolgirls, information events, and individual advising. Our student advisors will help you with any questions you may have about your studies - by phone, e-mail, or in a personal conversation.
Study programs - all offers of the TUM School of Engineering and Design (ED) at a glance
MINT Orientation certificate - Orientation and preparation for degree programs with a focus on mathematics, technology, and the natural sciences
Study support and advise - personal support of the TUM contact persons
TUM Bachelor Sessions - get to know the Bachelor´s programs online
TUM Open Campus - TUM campuses in Munich and Garching will open their doors to all prospective students who want to find out more about bachelor studies
Offers for school groups - at school or at one of our locations
Never Fear - Start Engineering - Communication of technological aspects to primary schools
By students for students - students inform about the degree program civil engineering
At the pulse of space and time - studying geodesy and geoinformation at TUM
You are studying at a international partner university and would like to participate in an exchange program or complete a research stay at TUM (internship or thesis)? Then you can find information here:
TUM Global & Alumni Office - Information about semesters abroad at TUM
contact: globaloffice(at)tum.de
Study areas at the TUM School of Engineering and Design in the Wiki on the page Exchange Students (Incomings).
Admission requirements - university entrance qualification and type of admission for the respective degree programs
Application - find all information on applying at TUM
International applicants - for applicants with a school-leaving certificate or undergraduate degree obtained abroad
Guidelines and amount of fees for every degree program
Scholarships, exemptions and reliefs
To get an initial assessment of whether you are subject to tuition fees, you can use the tuition compass.
Financial aid - information on semester fees, student loans, part-time jobs, scholarships, etc.
Advice on financing your studies - information and offers on financial support
Advice services - including housing, mental health, studying with disabilities.
Housing exchange - commission-free rental offers: Apartments or a room in Munich, Garching, Freising, and surrounding areas
Campus life - student initiatives, sports, music, festivals, etc.