Technische Universität München (Technical University of Munich/TUM), founded in 1868, is one of Europe’s premier public research universities, known for its strong emphasis on innovation and academic excellence. Located in Munich with additional campuses in Garching, Freising-Weihenstephan, Straubing, and Singapore, TUM offers a diverse array of programs across engineering, natural sciences, life sciences, medicine, management, and social sciences. It consistently ranks among the top universities in Germany and worldwide, especially noted for its strengths in engineering and technology.
TUM is known for its contemporary facilities and a strong research environment, with numerous collaborations in industry and academia. It supports innovation through initiatives like UnternehmerTUM, fostering a strong entrepreneurial culture. With its notable alumni, including Nobel Laureates, and a reputation for cutting-edge research, TUM shapes itself a leading institution for higher education and research.
Munich, Germany (Munich City Campus)
#1 in Germany | #19 globally for Electrical and Electronic Engineering (QS 2025 Ranking)
52,000+ student body, 28,000+ studying engineering and computation, 23,000+ international students
Ranked 4th most employable graduates in Europe (Times Higher Employability Ranking 2023)
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Summer Semester (Semester 2) | April-September |
| Semester 2 | Winter Semester (Semester 1) | October-March |
View the TUM academic calendar.
Faculty Information
Available Double Degrees
Currently, the IDD in Engineering with TUM is only available to students studying a BE/ME with a specialisation in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or Electrical and Biomedical Engineering.
Not studying the integrated BE/ME? You will need to request a program change to be eligible for the IDD in engineering. To request this change, you need to:
- have a cumulative GPA equivalent to the ATAR required for admission
- have not yet commenced the fourth year thesis course
Students pursuing a Master of Data Science with interest in joining the IDD in Data Science program should consult with EAIT International Mobility as early as possible to ensure courses are aligned well prior to participation.
Double Degree Track
IDD in Engineering
Students participating in the IDD in Engineering with TUM will complete their first seven semesters of the (BE/ME) at UQ. Students then commence studies in Germany at TUM from the eighth semester for a minumum of 3 semesters. In the final semester, students may opt to complete a thesis project at TUM, or a placement semester at UQ.
Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Year 6 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 |
UQ Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Master of Engineering | TUM MSc Electrical Eng. & IT | Placement/Thesis | ||||||||
IDD in Data Science
Students participating in the IDD in Data Science with TUM will complete their first two semesters of the MDataSc at UQ. Students then commence studies in Germany at TUM from the third semester for a minumum of 2 semesters. In the final semester, students may opt to complete a thesis project at TUM, or a capstone project at UQ.
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 1 |
| UQ MDataSc | TUM MSc Informatics | UQ (project) or TUM (thesis) | ||
Language of Instruction
IDD in Engineering
While TUM's MSEI has an ample amount of English-taught courses to choose from, from 2025, TUM's MSEI carries a minimum German proficieny requirement for admission. Students are required to demonstrate B1 level Germany proficiency in their application to TUM.
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) describes B1 level as users who:
- Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
- Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken.
- Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest.
- Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
IDD in Data Science
TUM's MSc Informatics is taught entirely in English. There is no requirement to prove German proficiency throughout the admission or enrolment process.
It is recommended that students completing an IDD in Data Science at TUM aim for at least beginner level command of German to assist in the assimilation process.
European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS)
TUM uses ECTS to measure learning based on defined learning outcomes and their associated workload. In order to maintain your unit load at TUM and graduate on time, students should aim for an average load of 30 ECTS per semester.
Course Information
Students selected to participate in the IDD in Engineering with TUM will consult with EAIT Student Administration and EAIT International on courses to be taken at UQ prior to departure, as well as courses to be taken at TUM during mobility.
To get an indication of what your studies at TUM will look like, you can view the module catalogue for the MSEI.
Accommodation
TUM does not have any on campus accommodation for students, but rather has a number of places reserved at residences held by Student Union Munich and Upper Bavaria for international students. Incoming exchange students are prioritised for places in these residences, with double degree and other full degree international students having "standby" priority; if there are more places than incoming exchange students, a system is in place to offer them to remaining international students on a first come, first served basis.
Practical information on sourcing appropriate housing can be found on TUM's website.
Cost of Living
Germany can be an expensive country to live in. Careers and Employability recommend a budget of AU$12,000 - 18,000 per semester, regardless of your destination, which considers all possible costs, e.g. flights, accommodation, daily necessities, visas, insurance, and incidental costs.
Your budget will ultimately depend on factors such as your expectations and lifestyle. It is important to be amply prepared prior to departure, and not hold any expectations of earning money abroad to help support your costs.
Financial Support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Insurance
UQ’s standard travel insurance for students will apply to all participants up to a maximum period of 365 days from departure from Australia. In order to restart the coverage period, students must return to Australia and remain enrolled as a student at UQ; the insurer may request proof of time spent abroad (i.e. flight tickets) in order to assess any claims made under the policy. Read more about UQ's student travel insurance policy, including any exclusions, limitations, and terms & conditions (UQ login required). UQ's student travel insurance policy will only cover incidents occurring en route to/from, or in your officially designated destination; consider purchasing your own policy for any events occurring during personal travels away from this destination.
As part of the enrolment process at TUM, students are required to take out an appropriate level of health cover with a German public health insurance company.
Visas and Travel
It is important to arrange your student visa/permit before your studies commence. Australian passport holders may have the ability to enter Germany/Schengen Area first without a visa, and convert their status it Germany prior to commencement of studies.
TUM will provide information regarding your visa/permit closer to your admission.
Contact the German Federal Foreign Office for visa and immigration information.
Travel Risk According to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)
The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with a risk level of 3 (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the Smartraveller website.
Next Intake
Applications: November 2024
Commencement: Winter semester 2025/2026