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Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Technical University of Munich (TUM) is a public university in Munich, Germany, founded in 1868, with about 52,000 students.
- Type
- Public university
- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Founded
- 1868
- Students
- 51,954
- International students
- 45%
- Acceptance rate
- 10%
- Teaching language
- German; English
- Academic calendar
- Semester
- Ranking
- QS World: #22
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The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is a public research university in Bavaria, founded in 1868 by King Ludwig II. It is one of Germany's leading technical universities and has been recognised as a University of Excellence.
TUM's schools cover engineering and design, computation, information and technology, natural sciences, life sciences, medicine and health, management, and social sciences and technology. Its campuses are in central Munich, Garching (a major science hub), Freising-Weihenstephan for life sciences, Heilbronn and Straubing. Nobel laureates associated with TUM include Rudolf Mössbauer.
Many bachelor's programmes are taught in German, with a growing number of English-taught master's programmes. Since 2024 TUM charges tuition to most non-EU students, in addition to a semester fee.
Admissions, rankings and scholarships
Rankings
- #22QS World
- #27THE World
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Technical University of Munich (TUM)?
Technical University of Munich (TUM) has an acceptance rate of about 10%.
What language are courses taught in at Technical University of Munich (TUM)?
Courses at Technical University of Munich (TUM) are taught in German; English.
When is the application deadline for Technical University of Munich (TUM)?
Master's: Dec-Jan to Mar 31; Bachelor's: Jan 15-Jul 15
Does Technical University of Munich (TUM) offer scholarships?
German government scholarships; DAAD scholarships; University scholarships; Research assistantships.
Does Technical University of Munich (TUM) have student accommodation?
Accommodation options include: University accommodation, Private housing, Student residences (Studentenwerk).
How many international students are at Technical University of Munich (TUM)?
About 45% of students at Technical University of Munich (TUM) are international.
When was Technical University of Munich (TUM) founded?
Technical University of Munich (TUM) was founded in 1868.
How is Technical University of Munich (TUM) ranked?
Technical University of Munich (TUM) is ranked QS World: #22; THE World: #27.
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