Quick Information
| Tuition Fee | No tuition fees for international students; semester contribution of about EUR 340 per semester (2026-27) |
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| Last Verified Date | November 10, 2026 |
| Application Link | Apply via the official page |
| Official Source | https://tu-dresden.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/internationales/informationen-von-a-z |
Why Technical University of Dresden stands out
Technical University of Dresden is the largest technical university in Saxony and one of Germany’s eleven Universities of Excellence. It offers more than 120 degree programmes to about 29,000 students, around a fifth of them international, from more than 125 countries. The university is strong in engineering, computer science, the natural sciences and medicine, and it sits in Dresden, the capital of Saxony, which the university describes as offering a high quality of life at moderate costs compared with other large German cities.
What you can study
TU Dresden offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering, computer science, health and medicine, the natural sciences and architecture, including many English-taught master’s programmes. English-taught master’s cover fields such as biochemistry, chemistry, mathematics, molecular biosciences and bioengineering, and civil and environmental engineering. Most bachelor’s programmes are taught in German.
International admissions
International students usually apply through uni-assist, guided by the university’s application switch, and later use the selma web portal for their application documents and decisions. Most English-taught master’s programmes start in the winter semester on 1 October, with the application period usually opening on 1 April. German-taught programmes require German at C1 level, while no German is needed for English-taught master’s, although A2 is recommended for daily life. The university charges no tuition fees; students pay a semester contribution of about EUR 340 per semester, which includes a public-transport ticket. See the official FAQ for international students for the full requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply to TU Dresden?
International students usually apply through uni-assist. The application switch on the official site shows the right route for your situation, and the selma portal is used later for documents and decisions.
Is there tuition at TU Dresden?
No. The university is a public university and does not charge any tuition fees. Students pay a semester contribution of about EUR 340 per semester, which includes a public-transport ticket.
When do English-taught master’s programmes start?
Most start in the winter semester, on 1 October, with the application period usually opening on 1 April. Application deadlines vary by programme and nationality, so check the official programme page.
Do I need German language skills?
German at C1 level is required for German-taught programmes. No German is needed for English-taught master’s programmes, although A2 is recommended for daily life.
What English level do I need?
Typically B2 level, with requirements varying by programme, for example IELTS 5.5 to 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 72 or above, depending on the programme. Check the official programme page for your chosen degree.