Technical University of Berlin

Notable alumni of the Technical University of Berlin are, Fritz Haber, a Nobel Prize-winning chemist known for creating synthetic fertilizers; Konrad Zuse, who built the first programmable computer; Ludwig Wittgenstein, a famous philosopher; and Wernher von Braun, who was crucial in rocket science. Other notable names include physicist Leo Szilard and politician Cansel Kiziltepe.

It is possible to get entry at the Technical University of Berlin with a low GPA as the university does not give much weightage to GPA scores rather they focus on students having a high school aggregate score of 75%. In addition, students must fulfill their basic eligibility and submit the required documents asked by the university. The basic eligibility includes proof of high school completion or a bachelor's degree from a recognised organization. The document requirements are work experience (master), statement of purpose, standardized test score, English language requirements, and more.

The TU Berlin admissions can be considered competitive, with an acceptance rate of 25%. International students are required to perform really well to be eligible for admission to this university. 

Extracurriculars like volunteering for community work and participation in activities, which can project an individual as a holistic professional capable of handling the fast-paced culture of assignments, innovation, and research. 

The Uni-assist will forward the applicant's application to TU Berlin and will email you this. Applicants will usually receive thier review result within 4 to 6 weeks from the day the univerity receive the application and payment. TU Berlin review all incoming applications in the order in which they are received.

International students whose native language is not English must meet TU Berlin English language requirements. The university accepts various English Proficiency tests, including IELTS. Applicants must score a minimum of 3.0- 6.0,  depending on the course. To apply for TU Berlin, applicants should also learn German language skills and additionally learn the English Language. However, the university doesn't ask for high marks in any English Proficiency. The table below includes IELTS score requirements for UG and PG admission:

In addition to an application submitted in full within the specified deadline, the most important requirement for admission to a programme at Technische Universität Berlin is a university entrance qualification or master´s entrance qualification.The Technical University of Berlin's acceptance rate is 52 %. This means that only 52 applicants are admitted annually.

In the current QS rankings for 2025, LMU ranks better than TU Berlin. LMU ranks at #59, whereas, TU Berlin ranks at #147 position. LMU has an acceptance rate of around 10% - 12.5%, whereas, TU Berlin acceptance rate is around 25%. Considering the acceptance rate, it can be said that LMU Munich is more selective. According to THE Graduate Employability rankings, LMU is one of the top universities in Germany ranked by employers in 2025. LMU ranks at #3 in German Employability Rank 2025 and Global Employability Rankings, the university ranks at #56 in 2025.

TU Berlin is a good university and the fee is Euro 300 per semester which is nothing compared to fees in other countries. Also, Berlin is a relatively a less expensive European city to live in. One can get a student accommodation for Euro 250-300 per month and it is possible to live off Euros 50 per week for groceries. Also, students can take care of the living expenses by work part-time.