Nearest deadline31.10.2026
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Leipzig University of Applied Sciences
Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Kultur Leipzig
Leipzig University of Applied Sciences (HTWK Leipzig) offers a combination of practically oriented teaching and application-oriented research. Our regionally unique selling point is the wide range of engineering programmes. Together with the areas of economics and cultural studies we offer a wide variety of degree programmes and research opportunities at seven faculties.
Data from the university's official pages
Facts about the university
| Ownership | Public, Saxony |
|---|---|
| City | Leipzig |
| Founded | 1992 |
| Students | ≈ 6,277 |
| Programmes | 4 programmes · 3 bachelor's, 1 master's |
| Tuition fee |
set by the university for international students — see the programme page what it consists ofSemester contribution€237.60
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
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| Semester contribution | €237.60 per semester |
| Application | Via uni-assist; bachelor's until 15.07; master's until 15.07 |
| Studienkolleg | Hochschule Zittau/Görlitz Studienkolleg |
About the university
HTWK Leipzig is pooling competences in four teaching and research areas. The university is committing to unity of teaching and research.
The respective areas are based on the strengths and potential of HTWK Leipzig and the current and future demand of economy and society, and combine cross-disciplinary studies and research activity. Within this framework, clusters are formed which contribute to forming new networks and activating synergies. They are essential to the strategic measures of the university. The degree programmes at HTWK Leipzig are scientifically substantiated and with a practical orientation.
As one of Germany’s research-oriented universities of applied sciences, HTWK Leipzig puts a strong emphasis on applied research, development and transfer of knowledge. Our research focuses on topics mostly within the university’s four research profiles:
- Preserving Resources: Construction & Energy
- Maintaining Health: Life Science & Engineering
- Taking Responsibility: Engineering & Economy
- Accessing Information: Media & Information
Faculties
7 faculties · showing the 6 largest
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.
Faculty of Computer Science and Media
1 programme
Faculty of Civil Engineering
1 programme
Faculty of Business Administration and Industrial Engineering
1 programme
Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
1 programme
Fakultät Architektur und Sozialwissenschaften
Fakultät Maschinenbau und Energietechnik
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.
Programmes
All 4 programmes →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.
- 1Check your school-leaving certificateDirect admission, admission after a year at a university at home, or Studienkolleg first — it depends on your country and certificate.
- 2Application via uni-assistBachelor's until 15.07, master's until 15.07. Deadlines differ between programmes — check the programme page.
- 3Admission, visa, movingPlan 2–3 months for the visa and the blocked account — start them in parallel with the application.
What it costs to study
| Tuition fee | set by the university for international students — see the programme page |
|---|---|
| Semester contribution | €237.60 |
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
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 Leipzig University of Applied Sciences
How much does it cost to study at Leipzig University of Applied Sciences?
In Saxony universities may charge international students their own tuition fee — check the programme page. Every student pays the semester contribution of €237.60. Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Are there programmes in English?
No — all programmes in our catalogue are taught in German.
When do I need to apply?
Most bachelor's programmes: until 15.07 for the winter semester; master's programmes: until 15.07. 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; Leipzig University of Applied Sciences works with Hochschule Zittau/Görlitz Studienkolleg.
Universities nearby
University chosen — next come the programme and the deadlines
Requirements and deadlines differ within one university. We will pick 3–5 programmes for your certificate and language and plan everything back from the deadline.