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East Bavarian Technical University of Amberg-Weiden
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East Bavarian Technical University of Amberg-Weiden

Ostbayerische Technische Hochschule Amberg-Weiden (OTH Amberg-Weiden)

The OTH Amberg Weiden is a young and innovative university that offers its students a highly qualified and future-oriented education. Both university locations have a lively campus, the best equipment and an optimal supervisory ratio. The graduates are valued by the regional and national economy as competent young people.

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Facts about the university

Ownership Public, Bavaria
City Amberg
Founded 1994
Students ≈ 35
Programmes 9 programmes · 8 bachelor's, 1 master's, 5 in English
German for enrolment B2
Tuition fee
set by the university for international students — see the programme page what it consists of
Semester contribution€87
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Semester contribution €87 per semester
Application With a VPD from uni-assist; bachelor's until 15.07; master's until 15.06
Campuses Standort Amberg, Standort Weiden
Studienkolleg Studienkolleg bei den Fachhochschulen des Freistaates Bayern

About the university

Students choose a university and a university city for several years of their lives. We think that the OTH Amberg-Weiden and the cities of Amberg and Weiden can offer students a lot.

Learning close to life

The economy needs pragmatists: We attach great importance to making our courses of study concrete and practical. To do this, we work closely with national and international companies. In addition, students can study, research, broaden their horizons and make valuable connections for their future careers in our innovative learning locations.

Future-oriented courses

If you want to teach close to life, you have to keep your finger on the pulse of the times. Our innovative courses are geared towards the tasks of the future and are internationally oriented. With us, our students learn knowledge and skills that will help them advance – in their work and in life.

Do more …

Would you like a little more? We are happy to support students in acquiring additional qualifications beyond their actual studies. We offer numerous additional training courses for this.

Short distances, clear contacts

We value short communication channels and clear contact persons. And that applies to all levels! Anyone who comes to the student office is looked after in a friendly and competent manner by the staff. Anyone who would like to speak to a professor will receive an appointment immediately. This is how we ensure that our students receive all the information they need for their studies quickly and easily.

Family atmosphere

Large universities mostly offer anonymous bulk processing – the student is little more than a matriculation number. It’s different with us: the lecturers know students by name, the groups in seminars or lectures are usually manageable. Those who prefer to study in smaller groups and appreciate a personal atmosphere between teachers and students are in good hands at the Amberg-Weiden University and get through their studies faster.

Beautiful life in Weiden and Amberg

Weiden and Amberg are two medium-sized cities in the Upper Palatinate. And that’s good for students. Because the euro is worth more here than in Munich, Regensburg or Erlangen – students live in attractive apartments for relatively little rent. All other living costs are also lower. Nevertheless, you benefit from a wide range of leisure and cultural activities in both cities, which you can enjoy in your free time.

Faculties

The faculty determines the campus, the language of its programmes and the admission committee that evaluates your grades. Requirements can differ between faculties of the same university.

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Studienkolleg

If your school certificate does not give direct admission, you first go to a Studienkolleg and pass the Feststellungsprüfung — it is recognised by every university. The colleges listed here are this university's partners.

How to apply

The general procedure is the same for all programmes of the university; the required grade, language and additional requirements are on the page of each programme.

  1. 1
    Check your school-leaving certificate
    Direct admission, admission after a year at a university at home, or Studienkolleg first — it depends on your country and certificate.
  2. 2
    German B2 and a certificate
    DSH, TestDaF or telc C1 Hochschule — before you apply, not after.
  3. 3
    Application with a VPD from uni-assist
    Bachelor's until 15.07, master's until 15.06. Deadlines differ between programmes — check the programme page.
  4. 4
    Admission, visa, moving
    Plan 2–3 months for the visa and the blocked account — start them in parallel with the application.

What it costs to study

Tuition feeset by the university for international students — see the programme page
Semester contribution€87

Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.

A programme is tied to a campus — when looking for housing, go by the campus, not by the university's main address.

Studying in Amberg: housing, transport, costs →

If you don't meet the requirements yet

Two typical stops: a school certificate without direct admission and German below the required level. Both can be solved within a year, but plan them before you apply, not after a rejection.

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Questions about East Bavarian Technical University of Amberg-Weiden

How much does it cost to study at East Bavarian Technical University of Amberg-Weiden?
In Bavaria universities may charge international students their own tuition fee — check the programme page. Every student pays the semester contribution of €87. Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Are there programmes in English?
Yes: 5 programmes are taught in English.
When do I need to apply?
Most bachelor's programmes: until 15.07 for the winter semester; master's programmes: until 15.06. If you apply via uni-assist, send the documents 4–6 weeks earlier.
Do I need a Studienkolleg?
It depends on your certificate, not on the university. The Feststellungsprüfung of any Studienkolleg is recognised by all universities; East Bavarian Technical University of Amberg-Weiden works with Studienkolleg bei den Fachhochschulen des Freistaates Bayern.

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