Before the Application
Would you like to know which degree programs are offered by TU Dortmund University and which requirements you have to meet for an application? We have compiled an overview of the available information for you.
Selection of the Degree Program
TU Dortmund University offers about 80 degree programs in the natural and engineering sciences, social and cultural sciences as well as a broad-based teacher training program for all types of schools.
The Central Student Advisory Service of TU Dortmund University supports prospective students in their orientation as well as in their choice and decision of studies.
Range of Degree Programs
Here you will find the complete range of available degree programs as well as detailed information on the individual degree programs and their admission restrictions.
Degree Programs in English
An overview of the range of English-language degree programs and information on them can be found here.
Language Requirements
Find out here what language requirements you need to meet in order to study.
Information videos about study programs
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Admission Requirements
In order to be admitted to studies at TU Dortmund University, a Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung, HZB) must be provided.
A Higher Education Entrance Qualification can be the highest school leaving certificate or the highest school leaving certificate combined with proof of a Higher Education Entrance Examination and/or periods of study and/or a degree from the respective home country.
Depending on the educational qualifications, all degree programs (general university entrance qualification (HZB)) or only certain degree programs (subject-specific university entrance qualification (HZB)) can be studied. It is also possible that a Studienkolleg (one-year foundation course to prepare for studies, ending with the “Feststellungsprüfung”, i.e. university qualification assessment examination) must be successfully completed before taking up studies. Please note that TU Dortmund University does not offer a Studienkolleg itself.
In the course of the application process, it is checked, based on the specifications of the Central Office for Foreign Education (anabin), whether the submitted educational certificates correspond to a university entrance qualification (HZB) and whether all other admission and enrollment requirements are met.
Language Requirements
To be admitted to the degree program you need to prove that you have sufficient language skills.
The language of instruction for many degree programs at TU Dortmund University is German.
For a successful study you need a very good knowledge of German. You have to prove this by passing the German language exam.
Recognized German Certificates
- Certificate of passing the DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang examination) (level 2 or 3). Only certificates from universities, colleges and preparatory courses whose examination regulations are registered with the German Rectors' Conference are recognized.
- Test of German as a Foreign Language (TestDaF): Total TDN at least 16
- German Language Diploma of the Standing Conference of Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs - Second Level (DSD II)
- Goethe-Zertifikat C2 (Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom - GDS)
- Central Upper School Examination of the Goethe-Institut (ZOP)
- Kleines Deutsches Sprachdiplom (KDS) or Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom (GDS)
- telc Deutsch C1 University Certificate with the overall grade sufficient or better
Information on other exempt language exams can be downloaded here.
The zhb - Foreign Languages Department of TU Dortmund University offers the DSH examination. On the website of the zhb you can inform yourself about the DSH exam and registration procedures.
For a successful study of an English-taught degree program at TU Dortmund University you need to have a very good command of English. Information on the classification of English language certificates can be found in the uni-assist reference framework for English language certificates (as of Summer semester 2024).
English-taught Master's Degree Programs
- Advanced Methods in Particle Physics (IMAPP): Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Automation and Robotics: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Chemical Biology: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Chemistry: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Data Science: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Econometrics: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). For Example: IELTS 6.5, 6.0, 5.5 / TOEFL iBT (94 - 72) / TOEFL PBT (626 - 543), TOEFL ITP Level 1 (626 - 543)
- Industrial Mathematics : Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Manufacturing Technology: Please refer to the program website for information on language requirements.
- Mechanics of Sustainable Materials and Structures: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Physics: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Process Systems Engineering: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Religion, Ethics and Politics: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
- Spatial Planning: Please refer to the program website for information on language requirements.
- SPRING - Spatial Planning for Regions in Growing Economies: Please refer to the program website for information on language requirements.
- Sustainable Energy Systems: Proof of competencies in the English language, which must at least correspond to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
German Language Degree Programs with Additional English Language Requirements
To be admitted to the degree program you need to prove that you have sufficient language skills.
If you do not have the necessary proof, you can apply for enrollment as a German language course student. This application can be done generally together with the regular application for a degree program.
The prerequisite for enrollment as a German course student is a Higher Education Entrance Qualification (HZB) for a degree program offered by TU Dortmund University.
After successful application and successful verification of your university entrance qualification (HZB), you will receive a letter of admission to the language course. With this letter you can enroll as a German course student, provided that you attend a preparatory language course for your studies. Please note that TU Dortmund University does not offer its own preparatory German courses, so we have to ask you to contact a private preparatory language course provider.
After successful completion of a German language course and the acquisition of sufficient language skills, a new application for the specialized studies must be submitted in due form and time.
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- Admissions & Enrollment Office -
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