Technical University Dortmund

Studying at TU Dortmund is not considered expensive for Indian students as there is no tuition fee for most courses and students are just required to pay semester fee of EUR 315. Indian students can refer to table mentioned below for course specific fees-

Studying at TU Dortmund is not considered expensive for Indian students as there is no tuition fee for most courses and students are just required to pay semester fee of EUR 315. Indian students can refer to table mentioned below for course specific fees-

Language for many programs at TU Dortmund is German. For successful study, knowledge of German language is required. German language proficiency tests that are accepted are- DSH, TestDAF. When it comes to studying English language program, students require English language. Check out official website of university to know about course requirements. 

TU Dortmund University has a strong emphasis on research. The disciplines of the university like Mechanical Engineering with its emphasis on Production and Logistics, Physics, Biochemical and Chemical Engineering, Statistics, and Computer Sciences, and Education research are well known for their outstanding research both internationally and nationally.

As per Times Higher Education ranking, TU Dortmund ranks at #401-500 in 2025. Furthermore, in the QS rankings, it ranks at #673 in 2026. 

Yes, foreign students who have a permanent residence permit do not require a special work permit. As a rule, international students may be employed for 120 full days or 240 half days per year. Foreign students may be employed as student assistants.

Also Read: Part-Time Work Options for International Students in Germany 

International students at TU Dortmind can go for internships. Students can go for voluntary internships. But, foreign students can do part-time jobs for a total of 120 full days or 240 half days per year. This internship will be counted as regular work, even if it is unpaid. Note that in many degree programs, the internships are compulsory.

Students who want to get into TU Dortmund Masters of Automation & Robotics should have below mentioned requirements-

• UG degree with grade of 2.0 in Electrical Engineering and IT, Information and Communications Technology, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
• TOEFL with 95 score

To get into TU Dortmund University MSc in Data Science, the applicants must have the following:

• The applicants must have completed a BSc programme in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or related fields
• TOEFL / IELTS score