TU Bergakademie Freiberg Vs Technical University of Ilmenau: Compare Fees, Placement, Reviews
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TU Bergakademie Freiberg V/s TU IlmenauStudent Ratings
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4/5
3.7 Internships
3.6 Part time work
4 Post study jobs
4.6 Quality of faculty
3.7 Student Life
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3.9/5
3.4 Internships
2.7 Part time work
3.6 Post study jobs
4.7 Quality of faculty
4 Student Life
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TU Bergakademie Freiberg V/s TU IlmenauCourse Comparison
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TU Bergakademie Freiberg V/s TU IlmenauCollege Comparison
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TU Bergakademie Freiberg V/s TU IlmenauCampus Comparison
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Study in Germany
Public Universities are free of cost for international students.
Universities in Germany are among the top universities in the world.
Germany is a growing economy with unemployment as low as 3 to 5 per cent.
Germany is home to top companies likes Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Volkswagen.
Germany is one of the safest countries in the world.
Germany is a diverse community of people from every section of society.
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Public Universities are free of cost for international students.
Universities in Germany are among the top universities in the world.
Germany is a growing economy with unemployment as low as 3 to 5 per cent.
Germany is home to top companies likes Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Volkswagen.
Germany is one of the safest countries in the world.
Germany is a diverse community of people from every section of society.
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Views on TU Bergakademie Freiberg campus
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Computational Materials Science - Batch of 2026
3.0
A small, academically oriented university
Tips: University arranges a buddy program for each of the new international students joining the university. The facility is provided at no cost at all and in fact, helps to receive personal guidance from somebody who is aware of the surroundings and helps you to take the initial steps once you arrive in Germany.
Likes (Safety): Freiberg being a small university town there is a good balance between foreign nationals and the native Germans as inhabitants. The city as a whole is quite safe place to be and people here are also very approachable and guide each other if the need be.
Dislikes (Part time work): Freiberg is a small town as a result the places outside of the university where one can find part-time work is also limited. People often go to nearby bigger cities for example Dresden or Chemnitz for part-time jobs. In Freiberg, since the opportunity is less, German language proficiency improves the chances considerably.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 620
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Computational Materials Science - Batch of 2026
4.1
Best university, less expensive.
Tips: The University is good and is located in Eastern Germany, the German language requirement is more important. Since Freiberg is a small city, your expenses will be lower compared to major cities. There are options to avail of a scholarship, one can opt for it if their academic score is good.
Dislikes (Indian Food): As the college is located in a small town, there is not much choice when it comes to eating Indian food. The only thing one can do is make it. However, there is no Indian store in the town but one can always order on the Internet, and it takes 4-5 days to arrive.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 625
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Prawinkumar Ananthan 
Master of Science in Computational Materials Science - Batch of 2025
4.2
Technical university of Freiberg - my opinion
Tips: Select the course according to the field of interest. Analyse and go through the course modules. Don't join just for international exposure. A strong interest in the field makes course understanding and easier to grasp the concepts. German language to a basic level is necessary.
Likes (Public transportation): Availability of buses and trains on time. Bicycle is one of the important transportation in Freiberg, as the city is small and beautiful. For transportation, monthly tickets are available to access all the city buses. So, one monthly purchase for those who use it regularly.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Not enough Indian stores. Since it is a developing area, people have to go to nearby cities (half an hour of travel to find specific Indian groceries. Normally a few are available. I prefer cooking myself with the available options, which are already in Freiberg.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45375
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Computational Materials Science - Batch of 2027
4.2
Stress free place, but course dependent, kmow your course well before you arrive
Tips: Students must be aware of the curriculum of the selected course. What you will get from the university is different from what your course will give you, so always talk to your seniors and be aware of the faculty, curriculum, and available jobs. It is always important to start by getting to know each faculty member as well.
Likes (Safety): Germany itself is the safest place. I have never experienced anything unsafe on campus or outside the campus. We have reached Freiberg late multiple times after travelling, maybe from our home country or from different regions, but have never experienced unsafeness here.
Dislikes (Internships): Finding an internship is student-dependent and not something that the university will provide. Whatever internship a student will search its their responsibility to find in their relevant field of study. Some of the courses also provide a mandatory internship certification, and that makes it easy to get internships quickly.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 10000
Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60450
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Arkajit Ghosh 
Master in Mechanical engineering - Batch of 2023
3.9
A transition of a lifetime.
Tips: You need to learn German, which would also help in other parts of your professional career and in finding jobs. You need to be self-organised and very structured, and also independent-minded in almost all aspects of life. Time management has to be top-notch. True for all students coming to Germany. No scholarships available. Usually, there is one you get by applying at the university; a lot of people get it. Requires a bit more extra-curricular participation than just studying. I am very happy with the education I got, the course structure, and I love it here in Germany in most cases.
Likes (Safety): Freiberg is one of the safest places in general. I have never faced any discrimination or bad behaviour in general. Although now and then you will find cranky older people. But they do not bother you if you do not come directly across them.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I always preferred cooking myself. However, eating out at an Indian restaurant in Germany is not recommended. There are other cuisines too, and they are not too costly. Usually, as a student, pizza is what we ordered, and there are some great Pizzerias here.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Computational Materials Science - Batch of 2027
4.2
University is highly ranked for material and geoscience programs.
Tips: Our university is good overall, student-friendly, and not too expensive to study. Courses are well organised and focus on application-based learning rather than just theoretical knowledge. Good for students aiming to pursue advanced degrees in STEM. Scholarships are available, they can be applied for as published in university emails.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 650
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
Master Advanced Materials Analysis - Batch of 2026
4.1
100% equipped, highly qualified professors and a massive university to build a great future.
Tips: TU Bergakademie Freiberg is for absolute studious people. They will definitely get the best education possible for us, so be more attentive to classes and don't be behind in the part-time jobs. The university will provide part-time jobs, which are student assistants under many Ph.D. scholars, so we can gain professional experience while getting paid. My fee for studies was zero, but I did pay a semester contribution, which is nearly INR 8,500. So, upcoming students, please come with an open mind to struggle, collaborate, grow and achieve. I'm 100% satisfied with my university, my course, and Germany.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty members are 100% qualified, supportive, and easily approachable. Their well-equipped labs and newly innovative equipment enhance student understanding of machinery. Teaching is comfortable and easy to understand, and all the faculty members are great for career development. Most of the faculty members are within the European Union, but some are from Pakistan and India.
Dislikes (Public transportation): Freiberg is a small town that lacks transportation options like trams and the S-Bahn. Public transportation is spotty at best. There are only two buses that travel to the university, and both depart every hour. While it's possible to take a train, you'll have to wait at least 30 minutes, and it will take 30 to 40 minutes to reach major cities like Chemnitz and Dresden. As a result, transportation is somewhat difficult here.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
MBA International Business and Resources in Emerging Markets (IBRE) - Batch of 2026
1.9
Mining university without minerals.
Tips: The German language is a must. Some practical experience is provided.
I have applied for scholarships, but my profile was not selected. My course is good and has demand in future. They can find other options if they can. For entertainment, there is nothing. Less crowded and so on.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Students can reach to the faculty easily. We have to book slots for an appointment, and we can meet them. They are very friendly and help us in every matter.
I have a compulsory Erasmus, so professors help us with everything like application, accommodation and so on.
Dislikes (Public transportation): Public transportation is not frequent here. No Tram after 8 pm, no transportation. When we come back from any other city, we have to walk.
Even our university is not offering semester tickets as well. We have to buy Deutschland tickets ourselves. In many of the universities in Germany, they provide students with a Deutschland Ticket, even though they have very good and frequent transportation available.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 675
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Views on TU Ilmenau campus
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Research in Computer & Systems Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.4
TU Ilmenau - Affordable and with a Major Desi Community.
Tips: Transition is easy, as there is a major sub-continent's 'desi' community at the college. You won't face a major cultural shift and would find a nearby Indian shop carrying most spices and Indian stuff as well. As for scholarships, the college offers a 500u20ac semester grant. Since there is no education fee, that grant covers a student's major expenses. The university is nice, and the course is really tough, so be prepared to fail and to work hard to succeed. You can study at your own pace, whatever subjects you like, but be sure to target at least 20 credits a semester. Getting stuck into work or part-time could easily lead to failing the course and losing your student visa unless you find another course/university to join. I personally covered most of my major coursework before looking and starting at my current Werkstudent position. Overall, college is nice, really affordable and a course that does help a lot. But be prepared to look for work, and the time it would take to get a job in the current economy. One major, and very important thing, please learn the German Language to at least conversational B2 before coming to Germany. You can manage in English, but you will need German to actually be able to live.
Likes (Safety): Quite a small town, and extremely safe. You'll be able to move around places, and people are more than welcoming, as most know that it's a major University area. You might face issues with the language barrier if you don't know at least B2 conversational German. So try to ensure you have that at least.
Dislikes (Student Life): Decent college life, but college is in a small town, rather, it's a college town with nearly half the population being students. There are no movie theatres, malls, clubs or any places for recreational activities. You'll most likely be travelling to other places for fun. Outdoor stuff would be fine, like hiking, but college events are not something to write home about. Only the college fest in June is the best part of the year.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 650
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45000
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Jignesh Bhatt 
Master of Science in Media Technology - Batch of 2025
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.9
Nice small town university
Tips: It's a small university town. A lot fewer people than the big city university has. It is good; courses are challenging compared to India's, and you have to work hard. Tuition fees are lower, and you have the Deutschland ticket, so you can travel in public transport for free in all of Germany. Plus, small towns have less expensive accommodation; it is cheap, with lots of Indian students and diverse students. Lots of activities to do. Culture is really good.
Likes (Value for money): Tuition fees are lower, and you have the Deutschland ticket, so you can travel in public transport for free in all of Germany. Plus, small towns have less expensive accommodation; it is cheap, with lots of Indian students and diverse students. Lots of activities to do. Culture is really good.
Dislikes (Part time work): It's a very small town, so part-time jobs are fewer. Plus, you need basic German language knowledge to get a part-time job. You can also travel 1 hour to the nearby city of Erfurt for a part-time job; there you also need basic German language knowledge. And traveling is hectic.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 525
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 62800
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Media Technology - Batch of 2025
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.9
My 4.6-Year Life at TU Ilmenau.
Tips: German language basics greatly help. Self-time management is very important. Getting and processing information in an orderly and active way is most important. Although there are various international organizations to help students, one should always take the initiative to get self-info.
Likes (Value for money): TU Ilmenau is a public university that offers studies almost free of charge. There is only a small amount of semester contribution needed, which also gives almost as much return as public transport, library usage, and various study-related software usage. Again, the city also provides cheap living costs, compared to big cities.
Dislikes (Part time work): Ilmenau is a small city. It is also a university city, where a large part of the population is students. So, it is hard to get a part-time job. Students need to go to nearby cities to get a job. There are options such as labor works, but they affect study a lot.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 500
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 36000
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Amrit Prasad 
Master of Science in Research in Computer & Systems Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
4.7
Great , Quite to learn grow and build your career
Tips: Students should be prepared for a peaceful and nonchaotic environment. Ilmenau is a very small town and full of greenery. But you get almost everything here in this small town. TU Ilmenau is very research-oriented. The international community are very active, and they have multiple clubs and organizations.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): After graduation from a German university, the pathway is clear for international students who want to live here. You will get up to 18 months on a job seeker visa, and then after landing a job and crossing a certain threshold in salary, you are eligible for a blue card, and then you can apply for PR after a few months.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): I rated it 4/5 because I believe Germany has very good opportunities for international students, and yes, language plays a very important factor. Learning German makes things easy. Many people get full-time jobs after graduation, but effort is needed in every field, as the market is very competitive.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 675
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45500
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Venkata Sumanth Kumar 
MSc in Data Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.8
A good place to study,learn and grow.
Tips: I have transitioned after coming here; the way I was back in India is completely different from the version of me. I have actually experienced a lot of cultural differences between India and Germany. No, I did not have any scholarships; normally if you have a stellar profile, you will land a scholarship easily. I am very much satisfied with TU Ilmenau.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The academic staff here are all highly knowledgeable, and I find them extremely helpful regarding the explanation of topics, and also they are extremely friendly and humble. If a student has any doubt, they can contact the professor during academic hours or take an appointment to resolve their doubts.
Dislikes (Part time work): I rated part-time work low because Ilmenau is a tiny university town, so local job options are extremely limited compared to bigger cities. Unless you get lucky with a HiWi research position on campus, finding an off-campus student job without fluent German is nearly impossible. Pay is fine when you do land something, but expect months of waiting and heavy competition for the few open spots in town.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 825
Prepping time for classes23 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 46950
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Yuvraj 
MSc in Media Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
4.1
Nice university international friendly.
Tips: It's a nice university with many options for degrees. It has a very international crowd, especially Asian. But it is very small; there is not much to do here, and getting jobs (part-time, full-time) is difficult. If students want to come to study, then it's a nice place, but if they are thinking the learnings would be like Canada and Australia, then it's not the right place to come.
Likes (Safety): Ilmenau is a very safe and peaceful town, unlike big cities such as Berlin. Because it's a small town with an international crowd, it's quite safe. This town is not very crowded, and mostly old people live in East Germany, so it's part of that. And also the town is quite pretty.
Dislikes (Part time work): Because of many factors. To get a part-time job, you need German, and it is not always available. As the location is a town and a big city, jobs are quite difficult to find. If someone wants to come just for study, then it's good. But many students end up taking loans, which are difficult to pay back while living here.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 200
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000
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Ajay Rapeti 
MSc in Data Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.4
TU Ilmenau-One of the Best german University
Tips: Like there are many cultural differences that are present in Germany, and you will get acclimatized to them once you start living here. I didn't get any external scholarship. I am satisfied with my university and data science course and Germany. This is what I will say.
Likes (Student Life): Apart from all other colleges I have known from my friends living in Germany, TU Ilmenau is a vibrant place where there are many clubs and societies that can help you attain knowledge beyond classwork. There are many clubs in filmmaking, arts, and vehicle racing.
Dislikes (Part time work): Like, there are very limited part-time opportunities in Ilmenau, and it is hard to land a role if you don't speak German. It is very difficult to manage part-time while studying parallelly because the examination structure here is different in comparison to India.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 650
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45100
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