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M.Sc in Automotive Engineering 
at RWTH Aachen, Aachen

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M.Sc in Automotive Engineering
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M.Sc in Automotive Engineering
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M.Sc in Automotive Engineering
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   How can I get admission to RWTH Aachen University?
A: 

To get admission, international students will be required to meet the RWTH Aachen University requirements. These requirements vary based on course and the level of study but they are largely similar. The admission requirements for international students are given below -

Bachelor’s

  • In order to take admission to bachelor’s courses, the applicants first need authorization to attend the university. This is also called as an university entrance qualification certificate or HZB. As a rule, this HZB can be acquired by successfully completing secondary education, or, in other words, by graduating from a secondary school
  • The overall grade of HZB should be at least equivalent to the German grade of 2.5
  • The level of secondary education varies from country to country, and it may be that the applicants’ school leaving certificate does not entitle them to attend a German university. In such a case, the applicants have two options: either to first study several semesters in their home country or attend a preparatory college in Germany
  • Proof of German (C1 level) and English language skills (B2 level) – As applicable

Master’s

  • To study a master’s level course at RWTH Aachen University, the applicants must have a bachelor’s degree or a first-degree
  • Language requirement
Q:   What is the acceptance rate for international students at RWTH Aachen?
A: 

According to various unofficial sources, RWTH Aachen University acceptance rate is only 33%. Because of its acceptance rate, RWTH Aachen University is one of the most difficult universities to get into.

So, to take admission to RWTH Aachen University, make sure to have a strong academic record. Besides this, all the eligibility and application requirements should be met. Given below are the RWTH Aachen admission requirements - 

  • An HZB with a grade of 2.5 on a German scale
  • Proof of German (C1 level) and English language skills (B2 level) – As applicable
  • Academic transcripts
  • A bachelors degree for the masters program. 
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Q:   Does RWTH Aachen have tuition fees?
A: 

No, RWTH Aachen University doesn't have any tuition fees for Indian students except Executive MBA/PGDM. The RWTH Aachen MBA fees is around INR 35 L for first-year. According to the RWTH Aachen University ratings, the university gets a 4.0 ratings out of 5.0 for Value for money.

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Q:   Does RWTH Aachen University offer scholarships to international students?
A: 

Usually, German Universities do not offer full-coverage scholarships. Funding for scholarships is pooled together at German universities and awarded to the applicants who are suitable by the DAAD.

Also, there are a number of institutions like as foundations that offer scholarships for suitable applicants.

Check out the scholarships to study in Germany for international students from here.

Q:   What are the requirements for RWTH Aachen University for a Masters in Data Science?
A: 

International students need to meet the admission requirements to apply for the Masters in Data Science. RWTH Aachen University admission requirements for Masters in Data Science are given below -

  • The applicants are required to have a first university degree (or bachelor’s degree), required qualifications according to the examination regulations
  • The MSc in Data Science programme of RWTH Aachen University is built on bachelor’s programs Mathematics and Computer Science. So, it is expected to have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related area
  • Proficiency in English: TOEFL iBT score of 95 / IELTS score of at least 6.5

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Students also asked

Q:   What are the various courses offered at RWTH Aachen University?
A: 

RWTH Aachen University offers more than 100 degree courses for international students every year. Some of the popular programs at the university are given in the pie chart below: 

Others denote Physics, Architecture, Economics, etc.

Q:   What is the ranking of RWTH Aachen University programs?
A: 

RWTH Aachen University offers more than 100-degree courses for study, which includes 173 UG and PG, and 16 private programs for its students. The university top programs are ranked by Shiksha Popularity rankings that are listed below:

Top Programs

Rank

MS

#4

Mechanical Engineering

#1

Computer Science Engineering

#3

M.Arch

#5

MIM

#21

Q:   How is RWTH Aachen University ranked globally?
A: 

RWTH Aachen University is one of the top ranked universities in the world. RWTH Aachen offers various programs at UG and PG levels for its Indian students. The university is ranked by top ranking authorities worldwide that are listed below:

Ranking Authorities

Ranking

Shiksha Popularity Rankings

#101 in world and #7 in Germany

U.S. News & World Report 2026

#225 (Best Global Universities 2026)

QS World University Rankings 2026

#105 (World University Ranking 2026)

Times Higher Education 2026

#92 (World University Ranking 2026)

Q:   What is the ranking of RWTH Aachen University in the world?
A: 

According to the QS World Rankings 2026, RWTH Aachen University has a ranking of #105 which is a decline from its last years ranking as that stood at #99. Some of the other world rankings of the university are given as follows:

Year QS World Rankings Times Higher Education Rankings
2021145107
2022165108
202314799 
202410690
20259992
202610592

RWTH Aachen University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 40% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Multi-dimensional
Friendly
Fun loving
Internships4.2
Part time work4.2
Post study jobs4.1
Quality of faculty4.4
Student Life4.4
Value for money4.2
Public transportation4.8
Safety4.7
Indian Food3.7
Permanent Immigration4
Aneesh Kamat Verified Icon
MSc in Physics - Batch of 2026
4.7
RWTH Aachen - an underappreciated gem bordering Germany, Netherlands and Belgium
Tips: Learning some German will go a long way, it is a very international environment so you can definitely get by just with English but to make more friends and assimilate yourself, it is really appreciated to learn the language, the local also appreciate it. It is also cheaper to learn German in India than in Germany xD It is also very important to get good insurance. Your student status requires you to have valid health insurance, but it is highly recommended to also get a private liability insurance for a few Euros per month, which protects you from any accidents that you can be involved in that damage someone else's property. I applied for and got a scholarship specific to my course. The deadline was a few months before the regular admission deadline and it provided me about 500 Euros per month stipend for 2 years and an internship (working student/HiWi) contract for the first year for 8 hours/week that also paid about 500 euros per month. You can find student jobs at a lab provided you have a little background knowledge in the subject, usually English is sufficient for this. If you want to work at a tech company or a Fraunhofer, knowing German can help. I am very satisfied with my university. The faculty has been superb and there is excellent research in Physics here. It is also very affordable, charges zero tuition and studentship comes with a national travel card that allows you to avail all the public transport in the country, bus, tram, train, for free. The cost is included in the semester fee of about 300 euros.
Likes (Internships): Every few months, the student body and the university organise a career/job fair to arrange internships for the students and provide valuable guidance and upskilling for soft skills. There are numerous calls for international exchange visits/internships under the Erasmus and other programmes that the RWTH is a part of, which all students, regardless of whether they are only European, can participate in.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Even for a small college town, they have almost 10-15 Indian restaurants in the main city region, with reasonable prices 10-15 Euros for a meal, some focus on North/South Indian cuisine. I prefer cooking for myself to manage budget and health, it is quite convenient and possible to find food that suits your dietary requirements (veg, vegan, hall, etc.).
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50900
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025Read more
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M.Sc. Smart Production Engineering - Batch of 2026
4.1
Production engineering at RWTH.
Tips: They do have English courses available through the RWTH International Academy. But those courses have tuition fees involved, for which they also have various scholarship programs that one can apply for. Also a lot of people have doubt whether the RWTH international academy courses are similar to the RWTH courses in German. I would say we both share the same faculty members, classrooms and networking events and it makes no difference. The only benefit you have is that the course is in English. The degree would have the same value as the one from RWTH.
Likes (Student Life): There are lot of events happening throughout the semester to meet with people and interact with people from different countries. Also the variety of events happening here means everyone can find their own crowd. There are music events, club parties, food events and sports events to name a few.
Dislikes (Part time work): Aachen is not as big a city as Cologne or Bonn or Düsseldorf. So finding part time work here is a bit tough, but there are adequate options for someone who is looking for part time. You do have the option of getting a student assistant role at the university but it's pretty limited. MS part time work here would beat grocery stores and restaurants.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1100
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
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Master of Science in Robotic Systems Engineering - Batch of 2026
3.9
Breaking down the academic life in Germany.
Tips: I did not experience much cultural shift because in our course 40% students are Indian and there are huge number of Indian students in Aachen combining all courses. It's a good thing in a way but due to this we did not mix up much with other international people. I got the High Potential Student Grant from the RWTH Internal Academy which covered the feels for 1 semester out of 4. The application for it was included with the application for the masters programme. The allowance was one time for 5500 euros. RWTH is a great university, but like other Technical Universities, the focus on theoretical part is much more compared to the practical aspects which are actually required by the industries. So those things have to be learned through self study and personal projects.
Likes (Safety): I am not aware of the facilities provided to ensure student safety. Also most of the universities have no defined campus as such. The institutional buildings are spread all over the city. Aachen is very safe even at night. I did not have any bad experience here.
Dislikes (Internships): You have to find internships yourself. The companies post their opening on their official job portals or linkedin or some other sites like Stepstone, Glassdoor etc. The university can only guide you regarding the contact and legal stuff but no help regarding the internship hunt. There are internship positions relevant to my field of study.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 750
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 70000
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AnonymousVerified Icon
Master of Science in Transport Engineering and Mobility (In German) - Batch of 2025
4.5
One of the best university, which also means tough courses and competition.
Tips: I did not pay any tuition fees for my course. There is a 300 euro fee for a student ticket, discounted food in the canteen and other services. The university provides difficult courses that are very tough to pass. You need at least 50% marks to pass the subjects. The exam length is decided according to one minute per one point. Furthermore, the professors are friendly and masters of their domain. I got into my course because I had a very good final graduation in my Bachelor's.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): When you get a full time job, you can apply for a blue card, which gives you 4 years of visa. Afterwards, you can renew your blue card or apply for permanent residence. For permanent residence, you need at least B1 B1-level German. Getting permanent residence (PR) is beneficial in case you lose your job, as you get financial support from the government. Without PR, you only get three months to find a new job. So I would consider getting a PR.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There are three Indian restaurants they all have traditional Indian food. Paneer tikka and rice 13 euros, Chicken tikka and rice 13 euros, Bhindi, mix-veg, etc. With rice 11-12 euros, regular naan 2 - 2.5 euros, garlic naan and utter naan 3.5 euros.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 650
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025Read more
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M.Sc. Data Analytics and Decision Science - Batch of 2026
4.6
Home, away from home in Aachen.
Tips: I have become independent and a bit social after joining the university. Networking has become one of the most important learnings so far. The courses might feel intimidating at first, but if you spend some time with the topics, you'll get through. Stay focused on what lecturers say.
Likes (Safety): I never faced any form of unsafe experience. The city of Aachen is very student friendly and almost every person you meet in public transport has high chances of being a student. All cultures and communities live in harmony and are supportive of students needs.
Dislikes (Student Life): The day starts with revising college lecture notes, video that took place last night. Checking schedules and lecture halls for today's sessions. Keeping yourself up to date with technological advancements in our field and how the fundamentals taught to us relate to them. The university has a diverse range of events, from CV check to conduct-yourself workshops, to fun events like Christmas Ice skating events. There are clubs and communities for almost everything you can think of.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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M.Sc in Automotive Engineering
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Highlights

  • Within this program, students are taught the technological basics and in-depth knowledge in the conception and the development of passenger cars and commercial vehicles, and optionally of motorcycles and off-highway vehicles
  • This comprises technical vehicle design with regard to market, legislative and manufacturing requirements. Course modules cover all of the vehicle's main domains such as chassis, body, drivetrain, safety, driver assistance systems and others
  • Graduates will be proficient in relevant technological areas like vehicle dynamics, energy efficiency, acoustics, mechatronics, structural fatigue and durability

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