Technical University of Munich Vs Hamburg University of Technology: Compare Fees, Placement, Reviews
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TU Munich V/s TU HamburgStudent Ratings
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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.
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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 Munich campus
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Mathematics in Data Science - Batch of 2025
4.3
Uni is just entry point, need to do all by self.
Tips: Make sure that you conduct proper research concerning the course and the job market, as well as the language, before settling for anything. This will enable you to know the opportunities available and also the industry demand, enabling you to succeed in Germany.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 2250
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 61700
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Anonymous
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biomass Technology (In German) - Batch of 2025
3.9
Academic experience in German public university
Tips: Overall, a good academic experience, but students should be prepared about the cultural difference and language barriers. Managing their finance independent and studying is also important. I didn't apply for any scholarships. I am really satisfied with my course and university life.
Likes (Internships): The university is providing internships for students. Students can also apply for internships at companies that match their academic background. Sometimes there are obligations, such as voluntary internships that should be completed within 2 or 3 semesters.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Finding a suitable job after studies is very challenging. You need to find a job that matches your qualifications to get a visa after your studies. Also, the permanent residence process can be lengthy and involves several requirements like language, a job contact, etc. Yes, I would like to immigrate permanently to Germany if given the opportunity.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anandu Krishna Surendran 
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biomass Technology (In German) - Batch of 2025
3.1
A lot of opportunities so the competition.
Tips: You have to be flexible to align with a new culture, and balancing your academics and part-time job is not easy. Nowadays, finding part times are also getting difficult, but with a consistent mindset, you can earn one. Indeed, Xing and similar websites/apps can be very helpful in finding jobs.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty are highly educated and talented and would help us with everything. They share their intellectual property and ideas with us and treat us without any discrimination. Quality faculty can help us academically, but getting a job after the course, they can’t do anything.
Dislikes (Internships): There are a lot of internship opportunities, but getting one is highly competitive, and you have to apply for a lot to get into one. Nowadays, the competition is among Indian students because we have a minimum of bachelor's degrees, English knowledge, and a good IT background, which makes us a good choice for companies, but there are a lot!!
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 48200
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Akshit Sharma 
Master of Science in Transportation Systems - Batch of 2025
4.5
Worth the Effort, Great Education and Opportunities in Munich
Tips:
Getting used to life here may require some time, particularly on a social level. Germany, and Bavaria in particular, is a rather traditional country where people are private, reserved and distant. It is not very easy to make friends with locals (particularly in the winter months). However, I studied in Munich, which houses 3 universities. Therefore, there are many new international students each semester who can attend different student events, network, and get involved in cultural activities. Thus, there are opportunities to make friends, but of course, it requires effort. 1. There is a clear cultural change: people are reserved and private. But after having become fluent in the language and familiarising myself with the local culture, everything became much easier. People, both locals and other students, became more approachable and friendly, which helped a lot in both my personal and professional life. 2. Yes, I got the Deutschlandstipendium for the whole period of my studies, which gives u20ac300 per month. An additional advantage was that there were no extra expenses connected with the application for a visa extension. The funding is provided by the government. There is no fixed criterion, and it helps students who have hardships, are refugees, etc. I got it for academic and volunteering achievements over the years. 3. Very satisfied; the most difficult and time-consuming thing is learning the language, but when I became fluent in it, a lot of opportunities opened up for me. People became totally different; I became friends with locals, got job offers and immediately found my home. From my experience, proficiency in the language is the key to success, particularly in civil engineering. Though there are opportunities for English speakers, any student who wants to study and work here should consider the language issue. This helps a lot with Career prospects and Quality of life.
Likes (Value for money):
The financial investment in my studies was very low: 0 tuition fees (only a semester contribution of 136 euros). There are also plenty of government-funded scholarships. I feel it is worth the money because of the high academic standards, career prospects after graduation and little financial burden.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration):
After completing my Master's, I was able to start working in the same field as my studies, which made me eligible for the EU Blue Card. The process was smooth and remarkably fast. Regarding the permanent immigration question, I have now learned the language, work full-time, and am integrated well into society, and, based on how things are progressing, I see myself realistically doing so in the coming years.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1025
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 52000
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Anonymous
MSc in Environmental Engineering - Batch of 2026
4.1
Research oriented output driven
Tips: The exam pattern and way of teaching are different from those in India. More practical way of learning. I got the Deutschlandstipendium for 2 years. The criteria to get this scholarship are marks plus social commitment (highly competetive in TUM). I am happy with the course, university and country.
Likes (Safety): I am not aware of the facilities provided to ensure students' safety, but there will be many, for sure. I never felt unsafe here. I have only had good experiences in Munich city so far. There were days when I used to reach my room after 3 am, but I never felt unsafe. Public transportation is also reliable and safe even during odd hours.
Dislikes (Part time work): On-campus part-time jobs are available but highly competitive and pay less. More money can be earned by doing off-campus jobs, which are easy to find. Managing part-time work along with studies and other household chores is difficult, but doable. 13 euros per hour is the average, I think.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 750
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Siddhi Sharma 
Master of Science in Physics (Applied and Engineering Physics) - Batch of 2027
4.2
TUM provides the students with the right faculty and equipment for a successful career.
Tips: There is a bit of cultural shock because German society is very structured. Public cleanliness is a must, and in Munich, everything closes at 8. At TUM, tuition fees do not exist. We only pay the student union fees and a monthly subscription for public transport that is valid across Germany. In that case, it’s an extremely kind and easy place to immigrate into. TUM is an extremely fun yet stressful environment. There’s little room for excuses and understanding. However, it gives you the best professors and equipment to aid in any academic career you may want.
Likes (Public transportation): There are several buses and a U-Bahn (metro) station exclusively for the campus that I attend in Garching. Most public transport runs at 10-minute intervals and is mostly on time. The entire city is well connected, and with the Deutschland Ticket subscription you can even travel nation-wide, which is worth every cent.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I have permanent residency in the country because of time. I’ve been here for most of my life. However, for other people, I have found integration into German culture difficult. A high level of grasp of German, education and job security are required to successfully immigrate to Germany.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 200
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Information Systems - Batch of 2027
4.4
Academically challenging but rewarding
Tips: Learn the language and take the effort to integrate, overall, a great experience academically and otherwise. If you are from a place where there is cultural discrimination against women or others, leave it at home before you come out, its honesty pretty gross.
Likes (Post study jobs): Lots of chances in Munich to do internships, and then you can try whatever you want and then at the end, choose, there are a tonne of huge companies in the city and in the surrounding region. This gives you the chance to actually compete for a lot of positions.
Dislikes (Student Life): Student life is pretty much non-existent, but outside of campus you can have a good time. There are a lot of student clubs that you can join, and that's honestly pretty nice, but normally at university you won't have the classic Indian hostel experience.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 48200
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Mridhula Satheesh 
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Management and Technology - Batch of 2027
3.8
What should people know if you want to join TUM
Tips: It's academically demanding, even for management and technology students. I have lived here for around 11 years now, so I never had a culture shift. There are scholarships for high-performing students, like the Deutschlandstipendium, etc. The university is good; it opens a lot of opportunities and is very reputed everywhere. However, they have introduced international tuition fees, so if anyone is interested in joining, they must really think about it.
Likes (Public transportation): TUM is in central Munich with many different public transport options, including buses, underground trains, and trams. You have the Deutschlandticket, which you can use for public regional transportation all over Germany for around 40 euros a month.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): It's hard to grow in this country starting as a junior employee if you don't speak German and are not German. I have heard from many people that the office politics is hard to navigate. I myself are planning on moving out for a master's or for employment in the future. Its great to study here since the education is almost free, many part time employment options, and can find working student positions or internships to kick start the career.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1200
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Politics & Technology - Batch of 2023
4.3
Studying, having fun, struggles and personal growth at TU Munich
Tips: If you are coming to Germany, please have in mind that you will need to learn German. It is not just important for jobs, but also to feel more integrated and less out of place. This is the most important thing, and you should treat learning German as being as important as your course itself. I worked as a student assistant with a professor on a project, and such jobs are common. You can also get student jobs in corporations or work in bartending and restaurants to get by. However, you should try to get a student job or internship in companies where you want to work, as there are greater chances of covering that to a full-time role after graduation. I am overall pretty satisfied with the university and my course as well as with Germany. It is challenging in the beginning with the language, foreigners' office bureaucracy, and housing headaches, but if one sees that through and focuses on learning the language. Life gets easier. Plus, working conditions post-graduation are good, and you can become a permanent resident relatively soon if you know B1 German and have a Blue Card for employment for 2 years.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty in my course were top-notch. They generally teach what they are searching/have researched, and so have a good command of their material. The teaching style here is generally quite interactive, with classroom discussions being common, and you can approach faculty in our department for questions, generally without hesitation. They are also relatively diverse, we had instructors from Lebanon, South Korea, India, the USA, and all over Europe.
Dislikes (Student Life): TUM is a very decentralised university, so studies are broadly student-driven and people try to balance part-time work and studies. Also, there is no campus to speak of, the university is basically multiple building blocks spread over a few streets. So basically, socialisation is limited in Universities. Where most of the socialisation happens is actually the student dormitories, which are spread all over Munich, where you live with people from all over the world and have a lot of fun parties. But getting a room there generally requires a waiting period of about a year. Thus, students generally struggle to find accommodation in the first year when they are most unaware of the systems, language and culture in Germany. This housing situation is the most challenging part of studying at TUM, and one needs to put in extra effort soon after you decide to come here to secure accommodation for at least a year, while applying to be on the list for student dorms.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 49250
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Anonymous
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Civil Engineering - Batch of 2027
3.9
Good Education, Tough Job Market.
Tips: The transition was difficult at first. Adapting to an independent lifestyle, a new academic system, and a language took time. Finding accommodation was the biggest challenge, but I was glad to get a dorm later. I did not avail of any scholarship. I'm quite satisfied with my university, course, and country. TUM offers good academic exposure, and Germany provides good opportunities if you have strong German language skills and relevant experience. The job market is currently challenging, though.
Likes (Value for money): Value for money still gets a full 5/5 from me, even with Munich’s notoriously high rent and TUM’s non-EU tuition fees. You're paying more than at other German universities, but the return on investment is massive. The network here is unreal—direct links to giants like BMW, Siemens, and tech startups mean you get top-tier working student (Werkstudent) roles while studying. Combined with world-class campus facilities and instant global brand recognition on your resume, every euro spent feels justified.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Getting a job (including Werkstudent) mostly depends on your German language skills; B2 is the minimum for my field. University reputation does not guarantee a job. There is also no direct campus placement system like in India, so students need to apply independent. Having relevant work experience can help a bit.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
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Anonymous
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Management and Technology - Batch of 2025
4.0
Learn the language for a career
Tips: The main difference is knowing the language. If you learn and come here, everything becomes easy. If not, it is very difficult to get jobs and network. I don't know much about the scholarships. I am satisfied with everything, but the job market is very hard.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Very approachable, a little late in replying. Mostly theoretical teaching. Very diverse and qualified. It is very difficult to pass the exams if we leave everything to the last minute. It's very hard to find a thesis professor if it's not planned well. The 1st year is pretty standard. In the 3rd semester you can choose your seminars, and the 4th semester is thesis work. You can extend another 2 semesters.
Dislikes (Part time work): There aren't many on-campus jobs. Off-campus jobs are hard to get due to language. If we have a part-time job, it is easy to manage because it's only 20 hours. The minimum payout is 13.90. Average 15 euros. The main difference is learning the language. It will take around an average of 1 year to get a working student.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 52000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Mathematics in Science and Engineering - Batch of 2027
4.4
TUM: looks fancy on paper, but can get stressful really fast.
Tips: This is not an easy place to be. I would really advise thinking twice about joining TUM. Academics are genuinely pretty hard. I wouldn’t say that I’m satisfied with my decision; however, if I do complete it, the rewards are still substantial. However, if I knew what I know now while making my decision, I probably would’ve headed somewhere else.
Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation is pretty good all across Europe. Trains connect all parts pretty well. Accessibility-wise, I’d give it a full score; however, reaching places does take time, and the German transportation system has historically always been subject to delays.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I’m from India, and I must say that Indian food options are pretty mediocre at best in Munich. There are many Indians running these restaurants; however, taste gets lost in translation, and you end up with bland, unseasoned, and sometimes even incorrect versions of the food. For example, I got some naan from a highly reviewed restaurant, and it was about a centimeter thick and raw.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 2450
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 89850
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Akshat Singhania 
Bachelor of Science in Informatics - Batch of 2026
4.6
TUM: Beer, sweat and tears :)
Tips: Extremely satisfied with the university. Getting into TUM is easy, but graduation is hard. You get a maximum duration of 8 semesters where you have to complete 180 ECTS; otherwise you're exmatriculated and barred from pursuing that study program anywhere else in the country.
Likes (Indian Food): Amazing Indian restaurants available. Many Indian stores also sell Indian snacks. I prefer eating outside or cooking for myself here and there. I love the food and beer scene in Munich in general. Also a big enough Indian diaspora to go out together to eat some local butter chicken :).
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The German job market, and the overall European market in general, are experiencing a downturn. Would recommend new students find working student jobs and try to get a permanent position after graduation. Many teach roles available at legacy companies, and many automobile giants have their headquarters in Munich.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1125
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55125
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Anonymous
Bachelor of Science in Informatics - Batch of 2028
4.5
TU Munich Bachelor Informatik review
Tips: If you're joining TUM for Informatik (Computer Science), the biggest piece of advice is to tackle housing months before your semester starts. Munich’s rental market is brutal, private student dorms fill up fast, and the Studierendenwerk dorm waitlist can take several semesters. Start hunting on WG-Gesucht as soon as you get your admission offer.
On the academic side, TUM’s Informatik curriculum is world-class, but it’s exceptionally rigorous. You'll be spending most of your time out at the Garching campus, and passing initial orientation exams (GOP) requires serious effort from day one. To help with Munich's high cost of living, definitely apply for the Deutschlandstipendium—it’s 300€ a month and provides a huge financial cushion if you land it. Overall, the degree is intense, but the reputation and career doors it opens are well worth it.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Power Engineering (MSPE) - Batch of 2027
3.5
My experience at Technical University of Munich - inside and outside the campus.
Tips: Munich is an expensive city, plus the introduction of very high tuition fees for non-EU students is really difficult to manage. Always look for alternative universities with similar courses and scholarships as well. TUM is also a bit hectic with the classes.
Likes (Public transportation): We have many different types of public transport, and they are very reliable. In case some line is not working, replacement buses are provided. The frequency of metros, suburban trains, buses, and trams is also very good. There are night buses and trams also available. You don't need to walk more than 10 minutes for the nearest public transport.
Dislikes (Value for money): Because it's really expensive and most part-time jobs require German. Also, 6000 euros a semester (1000 a month) plus 1000 euros on living expenses is really a big financial burden. Sometimes it feels like going and settling in a smaller city would have been a better option.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1100
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000
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Taniya Bhatia 
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biology - Batch of 2025
4.0
TU Munich and Life in Germany
Tips: A lot of things change after you step out of your comfort zone, your home. There is definitely a huge cultural shift, unlike India. The food, the weather, the people you meet, the place you live and share and most importantly, the language. Everything here is in German: road signs, grocery, announcements, etc. Knowing a little bit of knowledge in advance helps a lot and makes things easier! I didn't avail myself of any scholarships, as my university didn't charge any fee for the degree; however, DAAD offers information about all the courses, their admission requirements, all universities, as well as the scholarships available and their deadlines. Germany in general loves paperwork, so if you are interested, brace yourself, as you'll need a lot of documentation to apply. I am personally grateful that I chose this university, as it gave a lot of opportunities to work in different settings, from academic labs to company internships to hospital experience. I worked everywhere and also had the freedom to choose what I wanted to study which subjects to take and what to major in for my degree! It was a wholesome experience! I would definitely recommend it!
Likes (Quality of faculty): You can always approach the faculty during the lecture period and also afterwards regarding internship opportunities; however, you have to be aware, as there is a lot of competition. The teaching method that I personally admire is them giving real-time information on the recent research and the work done, rather than a typical syllabus method where interactive learning happens because of the curiosity! They offer some diversity with mostly German teachers along with guest speakers and lecturers from all over the world.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): I gave post-study jobs a low rating because even though Germany is supposed to have great career prospects, actually landing a job after graduating is a massive uphill battle. People think having TUM on their resume means companies will just fight over them because of the uni's huge reputation and industry ties, but that’s not how it works at all—you still have to grind incredibly hard. Everything boils down to your German fluency, how much past experience you have, and honestly, how bad the market is at the moment. Most of the roles you end up seeing are things like research assistants, lab scientists, tech assistants, or maybe project coordination if you get lucky. Plus, the starting pay usually hovers around €43k to €55k depending on where you land, which isn't mind-blowing considering how insanely expensive it is to live in Munich while you're hunting for work.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1125
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 42800
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Nikil Magesh 
Master of Science in Computational Mechanics - Batch of 2026
4.1
Its a Great University and a great course.
Tips: Must learn German at least B1/2 before coming to Germany in general. Cities are much cleaner and more organized. Prices might look way higher on groceries. Satisfied with everything, but the job market is too bad, and getting a job is extremely hard, so be prepared for this.
Likes (Public transportation): It's great! A 49 euro ticket is enough to travel anywhere inside the state. For students it's a really good travel option. Trains, trams, buses, U-bahns, and S-bahns are available options, and all important places are very well connected with great frequencies of transport.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Food is just a variety of breads here. You really miss Indian food, sweets, and snacks here. I generally cook for myself, as it's way cheaper and tastier. Most of the groceries are available in local markets, but if you need Indian dal and spices, you need to get them from Indian markets, which are a bit farther.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biology - Batch of 2025
4.4
TUM -Every student's dream university
Tips: Honestly, making the move out here was pretty smooth overall, but you definitely need a minute to adjust to the local way of doing things. Getting used to that legendary German punctuality and the incredibly blunt, direct communication style is a real trip at first and takes some serious getting used to. On the financial side, I was lucky enough to snag a merit-based scholarship through my home institution back home, which takes a massive weight off your shoulders. Looking back, I’m seriously happy with choosing the Biology Master's program at the TUM Freising campus. The research opportunities out here are absolutely top-tier, and the whole student environment is incredibly international, so you never feel like the odd one out while you're grinding through your lab work.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 935
Prepping time for classes49 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Agricultural Biosciences - Batch of 2026
3.9
Research-oriented university
Tips: When you first arrive at TUM, you're going to get hit with a ton of things that feel incredibly overwhelming and downright impossible to grasp right away, so you really have to give yourself some grace and keep an open mind. The academic setup here is an entirely different beast compared to what we're used to in the Indian education system—there’s zero rote learning or spoon-feeding. Because this is a top-tier technical university, the entire focus is stripped back to pure research and hardcore technical applications. You’ve got to be prepared to shift your whole mindset from just passing exams to actually understanding how to apply the theory in a lab or a project, otherwise, the fast pace will leave you behind.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Sustainable Resource Management - Batch of 2024
4.2
One of the best university
Tips: I was awarded the Deutschlandstipendium scholarship and got the information via the internet. I am very much satisfied with the university, but the course could be more in-depth. I have transitioned a lot with the system, day-to-day life, by observing the people and learning from them.
Likes (Student Life): In the morning we would attend the lectures and then mostly chill out or catch up with friends, doing project work or part-time job depending on the schedule. There are a lot of student clubs and communities where people can participate. The course also has a WhatsApp group that organizes a few events.
Dislikes (Internships): You need to find your own internship via applying directly on the company portal. There are a few positions also posted on the university page or via email. Yes, you can get the internship in the field of study. Sometimes it's easy to get the internship if you know German.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 48575
Views on TU Hamburg campus
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Anonymous
MSc in Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.4
Excellent Research Facilities and Modern Campus
Tips: The university is really good. It is a technical university, so you need to have deep knowledge of the field of study and also a future interest in developing new skills and collaboration. Also, there is an opportunity to get a scholarship if you perform well academically, and my course, I would say, is one of the toughest courses in the M.Sc. All of them are English courses, and I also think German is really good. Specifically, the city of Hamburg is really good, and in Germany, people are really friendly. I would say it's multi cultural City, people from different nationality lives here, and yes, it's really good.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
MSc in Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.4
Excellent Research Facilities and Modern Campus
Tips: Since it's a technical university, you must have thorough knowledge of your field and interest in order to study topics in depth. Language is a crucial thing; if you have a good command of language, it's an edge over others. And there are also good scholarship opportunities if you do well academically. The university is really a good one. My course, I would personally consider as a difficult one, however, they have made changes in the structure of the course lately, and now it's comparatively easier. And Germany is also a good country, specially people here in Hamburg are very friendly, and it's an international city.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60500
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Management - Batch of 2027
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.0
Great learning opportunities and improves your skills and knowledge and personality
Tips: Before coming to TUHH, be ready for a significant cultural shift and a very high level of academic independence. Succeeding here requires serious self-discipline, patience, and mental resilience—especially when prepped for tough engineering Klausuren (exams) where nobody holds your hand. How easily you transition really comes down to your personal background and adaptability.
On the financial side, make sure you research and apply for scholarships like the Deutschlandstipendium or DAAD funding before deadlines pass; I didn't apply for any allowance or grant myself, so I paid out of pocket. Overall, despite the intense workload in Harburg, I'm genuinely satisfied with my course and the quality of education at TUHH.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes19 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Utprabh Mishra 
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Management - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.7
TUHH changed my life for the better
Tips: Look the number one piece of advice for anyone heading to TUHH is simple: grind as much German as you possibly can before landing in Hamburg. Everyone says it, but you don't realize how true it is until you’re trying to handle German bureaucracy, read a rental contract, or just buy groceries without using Google Translate every five seconds. Moving to a foreign country means a major culture shock anyway, but the language is what makes or breaks how smooth that transition actually feels.
As for the university itself, I honestly have zero complaints. The courses at TUHH are tough but completely worth it and living in a massive port city like Hamburg is an incredible experience. If you’re willing to put in the effort to integrate and learn the local language, you're going to love it here—the setup, the professors, and the overall lifestyle are top-tier.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1200
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
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Anirudh Prahlad Joshi 
MS in Data Science - Batch of 2027
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
3.7
Good University of research
Tips: The main cultural shift is the language, and without the language, landing a werkstudent or part-time job has become difficult for the past few years. I am satisfied with the course in terms of subjects we have, but the ratio of students to professors is lower.
Likes (Public transportation): The public transport is well connected with S-bahns, buses, RE, and U-bahns. The university provides a Deutschland semester ticket (the cost of this ticket is covered in the semester contribution), which covers the public transport cost except ICE trains. With the semester ticket, public transport throughout Germany is free of cost (except for ICE trains and long-distance trains).
Dislikes (Quality of faculty): The professors are approachable easily, but since M.Sc. Data Science is a new course, there are frequent changes happening in the curriculum and also restructuring of faculty. The teaching faculty is not that diverse, but professors do not discriminate against students based on nationality.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 63000
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Sumanth Sagar Suresh 
MSc in Mechanical Engineering in Product Development and Production - Batch of 2025
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.4
TU Hamburg is gaining attention in recent days for its research and capstone projects
Tips: Of course, there were many cultural shocks I experienced initially. However, I am used to them by now. Except for the cold weather for almost 8 months of the year, everything else is pleasant. The language is, of course, another thing that I am still transitioning into. It is quite difficult for internationals to learn the language. I was awarded the Deutschlandstipendium (German Scholarship) by the state. I applied through the university portals and got an allowance of 300 euros every month for a year. I am quite satisfied with my university and the course I am currently studying. For education, Germany offers one of the best qualities. For jobs, at the moment, it is not quite there. Hoping that it goes back to its glory days soon.
Likes (Student Life): Student life is, in general, very relaxing in Germany. Students are free to take however long they want to finish their studies, giving them a lot of freedom and stress-free education. There are a multitude of events and clubs a student can join based on his/her interests. Students are also free to open their own clubs on campus, provided they have the right leadership and following. I was part of the Indian student association as a volunteer. In addition, I also helped with the creation of a new swimming course on campus called Learning to Swim for beginners.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): At the moment, the job market in Germany is not great. A lot of the companies do not have the funding or plans for hiring. A few years ago, it was ideal. Almost everyone who graduated got a job post-study. The jobs now are limited, and the hiring has become very strict. But as far as I know, there are still well-paying jobs in engineering—especially IT and administrative/management positions. Salary range between 50000 and 70000 euros for entry-level jobs.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Microelectronics and Microsystems - Batch of 2027
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.1
Strong Education, Great Opportunities and student-friendly Environment
Tips: Before joining, students should be prepared for a self-study-focused academic system and independent learning. The transition was smooth, though adapting to German culture and communication style took time. I did not receive a scholarship. Overall, I am satisfied with the university, course and opportunities available in Germany.
Likes (Public transportation): Honestly, transit here is just a no-brainer to rate high because getting to the TUHH campus is incredibly easy. Hamburg's whole setup with the S-Bahn, U-Bahn, and buses is just seamless, and since the university is right by Harburg station, you can pretty much get to your classes from anywhere in the city without any head-scratching. The absolute best part of being a student here though is the Semesterticket. You pay your standard uni fees and that’s it—your travel is sorted for the whole term. Not required to constantly drop cash on individual train tickets or stress about fares is a massive lifesaver when you're living on a tight student budget.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): I went with a lower rating for post-study jobs because even though Germany has a lot to offer on paper, actually tracking down a job after graduating from TUHH is a massive grind. Sure, the massive players out here like Airbus—which has a huge footprint right here in Hamburg—plus Siemens, Bosch, and Volkswagen are always hiring international graduates and are totally fine with sponsoring work visas. But the reality on the ground is that the competition is brutal. If you're gunning for the solid engineering roles, your chances are pretty slim unless your German language skills are up to scratch. It doesn't matter how great your tech background is; if you can't communicate with the local teams you're fighting an uphill battle.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
MSc in Computer Science - Batch of 2023
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.4
Learn, grow, develop, and enjoy.
Tips: I did experience a cultural shift, but the environment is so friendly and nice. I was an Erasmus Mundus Scholar getting 1000 euros per month. The faculty was amazing, the students were nice and friendly, and there were so many events and festivals.
Likes (Public transportation): Very convenient as well as cheap. You get a student ticket for subsidised rates and you can travel anywhere with that. The campus is extremely well connected and public transport is very nice and fast. U bahns and S bahns made life very easy and regular buses also.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): No campus placements, so you really have to look out for jobs on your own during your thesis which is hard. It's best to look for an internship beforehand and talk to them to convert you into full time once you graduate, otherwise it can be a bit tricky.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
MSc in Environmental Engineering - Batch of 2028
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.2
There's a balance for academics and fun at TUHH.
Tips: You should be prepared for both highs and lows. But I am sure you will learn a lot. Germany as a country is cool. You can travel a lot too. Alongside studies, you can be involved in co curricular activities as well. This is what I like about the education here.
Likes (Student Life): There's a balance for academics and fun at TUHH. There are many events you can be a part of, and you can get to know people from different cultures. You can learn a lot of things other than academics. I feel this is a place where you find yourself. I found myself.
Dislikes (Part time work): The financial year of 2025 was difficult. The trend was low. Students found it hard to land a part time job. I had friends who could not find a job and were struggling. You need to learn the language to an extent to survive here. But other than that, it's a beautiful place to stay.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 56675
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Microelectronics and Microsystems - Batch of 2027
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.1
Strong academics and supportive faculty.
Tips: The most problematic thing after coming here was finding an accommodation. As in Germany, everyone has to do 'Anmeldung' which means everyone has to register their home with the local residential office. However, finding such type of accommodation (affordable) is hard to find. However, it becomes easier when you know good German. Knowing German helps everywhere from finding accommodation to small hustle in daily life. It is the key to surviving in Germany. With regard to the university, it is the best in terms of support, guidance and learning of course.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Professors are always there to guide or help whenever required. We have regular lectures which focus on current trends in technology as well as each course has PBL- Project Based Learning in which students work on practical problems related to the subject.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Microelectronics and Microsystems - Batch of 2027
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.4
Set your goals and do thorough research of what you are getting into.
Tips: The university is completely research-based. Which means you will get all the training for research, but you will not get more exposure to jobs. The university will not give you more hands-on experience with tools that the industries are currently using. If you want more hands-on and industry-ready, you should select applied science universities.
Likes (Public transportation): The fee payment for my university will include a public transport ticket. Germany has a Deutschland ticket, but for students, it will be called a semester ticket, and the fee for this will be taken from the semester fees that we pay. With this ticket, we can use all regional and citywide trains except for high-speed ICE trains.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1300
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 70000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Microelectronics and Microsystems - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
5.0
Growth and learning at TUHH.
Tips: Students should be prepared for a rigorous academic environment with high level of self directed learning at TUHH. The transition was smooth overall, though there was a cultural shift towards punctuality, independence, and structured systems. I am highly satisfied with university, the MEMS course and Germany as a study destination.
Likes (Safety): TUHH provides a vibrant and supportive campus environment. My days include classes, group projects and self study with student clubs international communities and cultural or technical events making college life engaging and enjoyable.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 65000
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Anonymous
MS in Data Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
3.5
Life in TUHH is stressful but enjoyable to get better at your craft.
Tips: It's a technical university so be ready to study in depth where you will be able to study topics deeply which will help you understand things from the core. There are options to get a scholarship from university as well as from other sources. Also there are loan programs for semester fees which is also nice.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
MSc in Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.0
Lots of opportunities to explore.
Tips: Study well from the beginning as the course requires proper time for understanding concepts, and if you score good grades, several scholarship opportunities are unlocked. Learn to adapt to the surrounding environment and blend in with the German culture.
Likes (Value for money): As the university is a public university there is no tuition fee for the studies. Only expenses that are there are for the expenditures like house rent and health insurance and food cost. This can be managed by part time jobs at university and outside university by doing odd jobs.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Depending on the field of study, several chemical industries are present in Germany and Germany is considered the technological hub for process engineering. For designing jobs and production, you need German language skills to work in a German company.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
MSc in Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.1
Good college and faculty.
Tips: Students should know that academics are demanding and self-driven and basic German will be helpful for day to day life. The transition was smooth, though I noticed a culture shift. Here, people are punctual, organized and value personal space.
Likes (Safety): Hamburg feels safe even at night. Public transport is reliable, areas are pretty good, and people are respectful. City has emergency call points, response police, secure student housing and university helplines with proper health care facilities.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Germany offers clear pathways for international graduates to stay and work after their studies but the process of obtaining permanent residence is quite lengthy and requires several conditions. My chances are moderate for permanent settlement in this country.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Management - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
3.5
Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH) is welcoming.
Tips: People from Bengaluru would get easily adjusted as the weather is just like Bengaluru's weather. Mood but not harsh. So my transition was easy. I haven't received a scholarship but there is Deutschlandstipendien available after each term. However, I do not know much about this. The professors don't really teach much here and it's all self learning. From my point of view I feel that's how education runs here. However the professors are really helpful if you approach them with a problem individually. Most classes you would not find the professors teaching but the tutors of that subject. So my experience with tutors are 50-50. Some teach very well. Others are clueless just as others. Regarding my course, apart from the core subjects, the specializations are really interesting and are mostly hands on. So if you're interested in Mechatronics, Product Development, Material sciences this course would be perfect for you. Racism against Indians exists everywhere, and nowadays it has increased a lot and you can visibly see people acting ignorant. But that's just some ignorant foreigners living in Germany. I find Germans very friendly and helpful here. And the country is perfect.
Likes (Public transportation): Compared to all the other places I've visited around Germany, Hamburg has really good transportation. If you miss out the last train you need not worry as there are night buses available to every corner of the city. For students, if you live near the university say places like Harburg, Heimfeld and Eiu00dfendorf, you would be a bus away from the university and can reach in 10-15 minutes. There are bus stop in front of the university itself. With your semester fees, Deutschland ticket is included, which is unlimited tickets for public and regional transportation. So you can easily travel around Germany for that. If not a student, one way city train tickets would cost you around 3 euros and as far as I am aware, it's cheaper if you buy online. Deutschland tickets it's a monthly subscription, and you will have to pay around 60 euros every month from next year ( only if you're not a student). If you don't want to pay much, there's still an unlimited ticket for within the city which is much lesser than Deutschland ticket. However, it will only work for Hamburg.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): As far as I am aware, you do not need sponsorship for a work visa. It's affordable. As long as you can have a job contract in hand, you can obtain a work visa. M.Sc. focuses on material Science and business administration. You can either get into research or roles as a project manager, performance management team, supply chain and logistics. Hamburg, being a port city itself, has a lot of options for supply chain, logistics, maritime. If you've come here with no experience, it's much easier to get into part time jobs, but not full time as you would need more experience and junior roles are not much. But with experience, part time is slightly difficult as you'll be over qualified. Then again it's not impossible, bigger companies would accept applications.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 4225
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro

Sagar Wadke 
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Management - Batch of 2024
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
5.0
Best of both worlds, academics and fun.
Tips: This is an academically oriented university, a lot of focus is on research. Do not take studies lightly. There are many scholarships offered on the campus apart from DAAD. The stipend you receive varies based on the scholarship. The range is between 300-500 euros for 6 to 12 months. I'm very satisfied with the course and my University. Very happy with my German academic experience.
Likes (Part time work): The campus is big enough giving you ample place to organize meetings for study or group meetings. The A building is accessible until late midnight and also through the night for common study room. Many events are organized in TU. Sommerfest is something everyone looks forward to every year. There are always some conference or institution events that are ongoing, where you can grab currywurst or a beer. We have the ISA, the Indian Students Association, that looks after the well being of Indian students on campus, right from their admission through graduation.
Dislikes (Indian Food): The professors are really nice and approachable. But you have to take appointments in due time. Many courses offer PBL problem based learning which allows you to apply what you have learnt in class to real life problems. Majority of professors are German with a few professors of other nationalities.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
MSc in Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering - Batch of 2025
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
3.9
Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH) is a decent university.
Tips: The university campus is well connected and very convenient.
There is a good availability of research and project opportunities as well as some merit based scholarships.
Part time jobs are also available in the area to support financially.
I am greatly satisfied with my course.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Excellent faculty and class options including a good range of specialization options.
Opportunities to work under professors on projects and gain lab experience.
Classes include lectures as well as project or lab components for hand-on experience.
Faculties are very supportive and provides lots of opportunities for students.
Dislikes (Indian Food): A range of restaurants are available close to the university as well as in the main city. A good combination of Indian food as well as international food is available.
Some restaurants and shops provide student offers on particular dates.
I generally used to cook food at home most of the time, as it is cheaper and much healthier.
The university campus also includes a canteen with subsidized prize for the students.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Microelectronics and Microsystems - Batch of 2025
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
4.4
A place to grow, learn, and thrive.
Tips: The University is located in Harburg, well connected by Bus/Sbahn. You can follow the AStA page and TUHH page on Instagram to get updates on weekly events. There are a lot of freshers orientation and support events on campus. There is an accommodation office which can help you with accommodation. Make sure you also apply to the studentenwerk accommodation application.
Likes (Public transportation): Everything is covered in your student ID. Bus, tram, S-Bahn, U-Bahn, ferry. With the student ID, you can travel without worrying about buying a ticket! Just flash that ID and you're good to go. Seriously, makes life so much easier, especially when you're running late for class. Plus, think of all the money you save. Free rides all semester long can't beat that.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Shreyas Kamath 
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Management - Batch of 2026
Offered by Hamburg University of Technology
3.8
A young TU that is searching its path towards excellence.
Tips: There is a dedicated Indian Students Association that is looking forward to help Indian students arriving to Germany. In comparison to Indian lectures, things are much different here and you should put it more effort to get things done. Do not expect any spoonfeeding as you will have to learn to get most of the things done by yourself.
Likes (Public transportation): The connectivity to different parts of the city is truly amazing couldn't have asked for better connectivity. There are a variety of them, buses usually cover most of the street while the S-bahns take from one end to the other end of the city and U bahn are within city limits thereby offering multiple connectivity. Trains are operation between 4:00 am to 1:00 am the next day while buses operate 24*7 in major cities.
Dislikes (Quality of faculty): A lot of the studies happens just by reading the slides, only few faculty are really dedicated towards our course. Things could have been better, and following our feedback, starting 2025 the course has gotten better. We faced issues with the course not being offered in our case, but the new curriculum has taken care of this issue.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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