Technische Universität Braunschweig

Short answer: which route is there if your German is not good enough?

TU Braunschweig's language centre runs fee-based preparatory German courses (Studienvorbereitende Deutschkurse) from A1 to C1, plus TestDaF preparation. The official page is explicit:

• The application confirmation (Bewerbungsbestätigung) for these courses is not an admission and not a conditional admission.
• Course participants are not enrolled as students of the university.
• While attending a B2 course you can submit a regular application for a degree programme.

One programme exception: the bilingual Sustainable Engineering of Products and Processes (B.Sc.) admits students with at least A2 German; the language requirement (DSH-1 or TestDaF 4x3) must be met by the end of the third semester.

Universities that do offer conditional admission are listed in our comparison.

Language requirement and accepted certificates

Accepted certificates: TestDaF with 4 in every section, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule, DSH-2, DSD II, Goethe-Zertifikat C2 and the Feststellungsprüfung. The certificate is due by the application deadline. For admission-free programmes, it is enough to show that you are attending at least a B2 course when you apply; according to the official page, however, enrolment is not possible without the certificate.

Our guide to German language certificates compares the exams.

Application steps, deadlines and costs

• Bachelor's and Master's: through TU Braunschweig's own application portal; assessing foreign qualifications costs €75. The official application page does not mention uni-assist.
• Bachelor's and German-taught Master's: winter semester 1 June – 15 July, summer semester 1 December – 15 January.
• English-taught or bilingual international Master's: winter semester 1 February – 15 March, summer semester 1 August – 15 September.
• Preparatory course fees: A1, A2, B1 and C1 courses €980 each, B2 course €1,400, TestDaF preparation €560; TestDaF exam €210 (external); course application confirmation €75.
• Semester fee: the semester contribution for winter semester 2026/27 is €472.50. Long-term study fees of €500 per semester apply after the standard period plus six semesters.
• Visa: the course application confirmation can be used to apply for a visa for study preparation, which can be converted into a study visa if you enrol at a university after the courses. This is not a visa guarantee.

English-taught Master's examples

TU Braunschweig also offers Master's programmes taught entirely in English:

• Data Science (M.Sc.) — entirely in English
• Solar System Physics (M.Sc.) — entirely in English

International Master's programmes have a different application period from German-taught programmes.

Technische Universität Braunschweig: A Deep-Rooted Educational Tradition

Technische Universität Braunschweig stands out as Germany's oldest technical university. Founded in 1745 as Collegium Carolinum, this institution has pioneered groundbreaking work in engineering and science for over 275 years. The university is an active member of the TU9 group, which brings together Germany's nine most prestigious technical universities.

This membership signifies the university's high standards in research intensity, international connections, and the quality of education it provides. It boasts a strong academic staff and modern research infrastructure, especially in fields like mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and natural sciences. Braunschweig is also one of the cities frequently chosen by students looking for language courses.

As seen in our forums, topics like 'Language course recommendations -- Göttingen, Hildesheim, Braunschweig' receive high views. This shows that Braunschweig is an attractive center not only for university education but also for learning German.

Student Life and Transportation in Braunschweig

Braunschweig, with a population of approximately 250,000, is the second-largest city in the state of Lower Saxony and has transformed into a vibrant student city. The city offers students an enjoyable life with its historical charm, green spaces, and modern amenities. While Technische Universität Braunschweig students often prefer bicycles for city transport, they can also easily use public transportation thanks to the university's Semesterticket (semester public transport ticket).

This ticket typically offers free public transport within certain areas of the Lower Saxony state, allowing students to travel economically both within the city and to surrounding cities (e.g., Hannover, Göttingen). The city has numerous student dormitories and shared flat (WG - Wohngemeinschaft) options, offering students various alternatives for accommodation. Cultural events, sports clubs, and student associations are an important part of student life in Braunschweig.