Quick Summary
Situated in Hamburg, Germany, TUHH Hamburg University of Technology is a public established in 1978. Ranked #851 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 7650 students including 28% from outside Germany. Known for strengths in Engineering - Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing, Engineering - Electrical & Electronic, it maintains an acceptance rate of 22%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of Germany's youngest and most successful technical universities, offering a compact campus and excellent industry integration in a major European logistics hub.
Subject Strengths
Engineering - MechanicalAeronautical & ManufacturingEngineering - Electrical & ElectronicChemical Engineering
Founded1978
TypePublic
Total Students7650
Intl Students28%
Faculty Ratio16.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size15 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationASIIN, German Accreditation Council
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#851
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Science,Master of Science,Doctorate (Dr.-Ing.)
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
9
Research Centers
High
Research Output
ASIIN, German Accreditation Council
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate22%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA2.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on strong mathematical and scientific foundations; for Master's programs, ensure your undergraduate modules align strictly with the TUHH curriculum requirements.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
Living Cost
€11,400/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$80
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€12,100/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableDAAD Scholarships,Deutschlandstipendium,TUHH Merit Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$3,800
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Science,Master of Science,Doctorate (Dr.-Ing.) programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Data Science | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Process Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Logistics and Mobility | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$68,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship Placementtrue
Industry Connections
Strong partnerships with AirbusLufthansa TechnikPort of Hamburgand NXP Semiconductors.
Notable Alumni
Anja Karliczek,Stephan Wrage
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Available
Student Clubs
55
Library Resources
TUHH University Library (TUB) with extensive digital engineering archives.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available