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Technische Universität München
Master German + English Social Sciences

Consumer Science

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

The Master in Consumer Science (MCS) at TUM School of Management is one of a kind in Germany. It guarantees a unique academic experience with fellow students from many different countries and academic backgrounds. This diversity, combined with the broad curriculum of the program, nurtures the exchange of different perspectives, fosters intercultural skills and prepares students for a successful career in an international setting. The program combines perspectives from a variety of disciplines, including management studies, social and consumer sciences. The first semester concentrates on the required basics of Consumer Science. In the second and third semester, the focus lies on the courses of the chosen specialization – 'Innovation and Entrepreneurship', 'Management and Marketing', and 'Economics and Econometrics' and the project studies. The program is completed with the Master's Thesis in the fourth semester.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Consumer Science

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Consumer Science at Technische Universität München

Is Consumer Science at Technische Universität München taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Consumer Science programme cost? ▼

6.000 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Consumer Science at Technische Universität München? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Consumer Science? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Technische Universität München — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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