Question 1

Is it hard to get into Hamburg University of Technology?

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Yes, Hamburg University of Technology acceptance rate is 45%.When applying at TU Hamburg international students must meet all the admission requirements at the university.

Question 2

How is Hamburg University of Technology?

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Hamburg University of Technology is among top choice of international students for higher education in Germany. As per Shiksha Popularity Ranking, TU Hamburg holds the position at #443 in world. Hamburg University of Technology is home to over 2,000 international students.

Question 3

Which university is better: Hamburg University of Technology or Technical University Dortmund?

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Hamburg University of Technology and Technical University Dortmund both are among the top choices of international students in the Germany. Every university offers something unique for its international students to stand out of the herd. Both universities have its advantages and disadvantages.Hamburg University of Technology acceptance rate stands at 44%, which makes it somewhat competitive. This means out of 100 students, around 44 students are enrolled at Hamburg University of Technology. On the other hand, Technical University Dortmund acceptance rate is 59%, which makes it competitive to secure admission. This figure states that out of every 100 students, around 59 students are enrolled at Technical University Dortmund. Check the comparison listed below between Hamburg University of Technology and Technical University Dortmund. The below comparison will help students in gaining more clarity on these universities respectively:ParametersHamburg University of TechnologyTechnical University Dortmund Establishment19781968LocationHamburg, GermanyDortmund, GermanyShiksha Popularity Rankings#564 in World and #51 in Germany#249 in World and #24 in GermanyUniversity TypePublicPublicUniversity Rating on Shiksha (Out of 5)4.34.1QS Rankings 2026#NA#673Acceptance Rate44%59%Average SalaryINR 61.74 LPAINR 72.03 LPAPG Annual FeeINR 6.63 LINR 1.97 LPopular StreamsData Science | Electrical Engineering | Computer ScienceChemistry | Biomedical Engineering | Chemical Body

Question 4

Is the Hamburg University of Technology free for international students?

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TU Hamburg does not charge any tuition fee for majority of the courses.Hence, it can be considered extremely affordable for international students.

Question 5

Who are the notable alumni of Hamburg University of Technology?

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Hamburg University of Technology is one of the oldest universities in Germany. The Hamburg University of Technology has produced more than 10,000 alumni members worldwide. TUHH alumni network includes famous personalities, group of professionals, innovators, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, mentors, etc. The university graduates work in top companies such as Tesa, Airbus, Lufthansa Technik, NXP Semiconductors, and more. Furthermore, TUHH graduates work in top sectors such as Operations, Business Development, Sales, Education, and more. Furthermore, the Hamburg University of Technology notable alumni are listed below:Selin KaraPaola Vega-CastilloTobias BarthAndreas HeydenChristian NagelAnne LampZakariya EssabarThomas WiegandAmin ChabchoubMounir el-MotassadeqAgung WicaksonoRalf Teckentrup

Question 6

In which sector Hamburg University of Technology graduates work?

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Hamburg University of Technology graduates are in high demand all over the world. Hamburg University of Technology graduates work for leading sectors such as-EngineeringOperationsBusiness DevelopmentInformation TechnologyEducation

Question 7

How much does Hamburg University of Technology graduates work?

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Hamburg University of Technology placement rate attracts students from all over the world. As per data curated from the web, Hamburg University of Technology graduates can earn as follows-CourseAnnual Fee (Investment)Salary (ROI)MBAINR 15.78 LEUR 95,000UGNAEUR 50,000

Question 8

Who are the top employers at Hamburg University of Technology?

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The top employers at TUHH are as follows-Hamburg University of TechnologyAirbusLufthansa TechnikNXP SemiconductorsTesa

Question 9

When will I hear back from the Hamburg University of Technology TUHH?

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After submitting application at TUHH, the university typically take about 6 - 8 weeks to evaluate applications and send out the admission offers.

Question 10

What are the application deadline at Hamburg University of Technology?

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TU Hamburg offers admission for international students in two intakes namely Winter and Summer intake each year. Hamburg University of Technology application deadline for Indian students are listed below-IntakesDeadlineWinter 2026ClosedSummer 2026Closed

Question 11

What is the application fee for international students at Hamburg University of Technology?

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Indian students can apply for both UG and PG programs through TU Hamburg Portal. Hamburg University of Technology does not charge application fee for international students.

Question 12

Does the Hamburg University of Technology require IELTS?

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Yes, one of the primary criteria for international students to be eligible to attend Hamburg University of Technology is to achieve the English language proficiency requirements. Major English exam results are accepted by Hamburg Technical University as evidence of English language competency. For information on the minimal score criteria, students can consult the table below:English Proficiency ExamMinimum Score RequirementsTOEFL iBTOverall score of 90 or higherIELTS AcademicOverall score of 6.5 or higher

Question 13

Does Hamburg University of Technology offer scholarships for international students?

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Yes, Hamburg University of Technology offers limited scholarships for its international students. TUHH scholarships for international students are listed below-DAAD Scholarships

Question 14

How much does it cost to study at Hamburg University of Technology for Indian students?

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Hamburg University of Technology is one of the best universities in the Germany. TUHH annual tuition fee for PG programs for Indian students are listed below-Course levelAnnual Tuition Fee in INRUGINR 0PGINR 15.78 L

Question 15

Is it worth pursuing MBA at the Hamburg University of Technology Hamburg?

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) is one of the best courses offered in the Hamburg Technical University. With the help of this course, students get to develop communication skills, analytical and strategic thinking abilities, and leadership skills by getting to work in teams. Given below are some details of the Hamburg University of Technology Germany MBA-ParticularsDetailsDuration1 - 2 yearsAnnual FeeEUR 26,750AccreditationFoundation for International Business Administration Accreditation (FIBAA)Class SizeMaximum 34 students

Question 16

Which programs is the Hamburg University of Technology known for?

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At the Hamburg University of Technology, international students get to choose between 16 UG and 20 PG programs. According to the historical data of Hamburg Technical University alumni, some of the top Hamburg University of Technology courses for international students are-Mechanical EngineeringElectrical & Electronics EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringMechatronics, Robotics, & Automation EngineeringEngineering.

Question 17

What can international students study in the Hamburg University of Technology Germany?

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International students can pursue one of 16 UG and 20 PG courses offered by the UHH, where the language of instruction is English. Listed below are programs available for international students-UGEngineering SciencePGChemical & Bioprocess EngineeringComputer ScienceData ScienceElectrical EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringMechatronicsMicroelectronics & Microsystems

Question 18

What is the ranking of Hamburg University of Technology in the world?

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Hamburg University of Technology is one of the finest universities in the world. Top ranking bodies all over the globe ranks TU Hamburg are listed below-Ranking AuthoritiesRankShiksha Popularity Rankings#443 in world and #45 in GermanyTimes Higher Education 2026#501-600 in World University RankingsQS Rankings 2026#696 in QS World University RankingsUS News and World Report 2026#1387 in Best Global Universities

Question 19

Is Hamburg University of Technology good?

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Yes, the University of Hamburg is a great choice as a German Public university for an Indian student. There are mostly Engineering courses and the university is well known for its affordability (tuition is nill, a standard semester fee of around EUR 384 (INR 42.2K) per semester to be paid).As per the global rankings, under QS 2026,   the University of Hamburg is ranked at #209 with an overall score of 54.8 out of 100.

Question 20

Which city is Hamburg University of Technology in?

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The Hamburg University of Technology is in the city of Hamburg. Germany. Specifically, it is in the Southern district of Harburg. From the main city center, it is about 20 minutes away. As per QS, the student population at Hamburg University is 8,000,  including a high percentage of international students. The Hamburg campus is compact and modern. TUHH focuses entirely on Engineering, Applied Natural Sciences and Structural Technologies.

Intake / Semester	Application Deadline
International PG Courses (Winter Start)	Mar 31, 2027
UG Summer Semester (October Start)	Jan 15, 2027
UG Winter Semester (April Start)	Jul 15, 2026

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