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Munich University of Applied Sciences
Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften München
University of applied sciences: practice-oriented programmes with a practical semester
Munich University of Applied Sciences is the second largest university of applied sciences in Germany. Our 18,486 students and our location in a leading European business centre afford fantastic opportunities, but also mean we have a responsibility in industrial, economic and social contexts.
Data from the university's official pages
Facts about the university
| Ownership | Public, Bavaria |
|---|---|
| City | Munich |
| Founded | 1971 |
| Students | ≈ 17,191 |
| Programmes | 13 programmes · 8 bachelor's, 5 master's, 5 in English |
| Tuition fee |
set by the university for international students — see the programme page what it consists ofSemester contribution€97
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
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| Semester contribution | €97 per semester |
| Application | With a VPD from uni-assist; bachelor's until 15.07; master's until 15.06 |
| Campuses | Campus Karlstraße, Campus Lothstraße, Campus Pasing |
| Studienkolleg | Studienkolleg bei den Fachhochschulen des Freistaates Bayern |
About the university
Multifaceted and practice-oriented
- around 18,500 students
- 84 Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes
- 476 professors
- 675 staff members and researchers
- 784 part-time lecturers
- 14 departments
Multidisciplinary variety
We offer degree courses and active academic collaboration in the MINT subjects (mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and engineering), business, the social sciences and public health as well as in architecture and design. Our Department of General and Interdisciplinary Studies is unique in providing every student with a cross-disciplinary education and in developing their personal skills.
Studying with a profile
It is especially important for us to nurture our graduates’ characters: besides their well-founded professional skills, our students should stand out by thinking and acting in a sustainable, entrepreneurial and intercultural way. With these additional qualifications which reach beyond the students’ specialist fields, we prepare them to contribute to society and to approach their careers with foresight, creativity and a sense of responsibility.
From Bachelor’s degree to doctoral qualification
We offer and develop individualised study approaches and options for applicants with varied educational backgrounds, thus opening our university and offering a range of paths for lifelong learning and studying.
Munich University of Applied Sciences ensures excellent applied and research-based teaching in four areas:
- Bachelor’s degrees for school leavers and the professionally qualified
- Master’s degrees and doctoral qualifications
- Continuing education and life-long learning in all fields
- Applied research
Growth with a view to the future
Munich University of Applied Sciences actively engages with its educational mandate and aims to secure an outstanding position as a university of applied sciences. It recognises the future demands of society and industry and is changing, with a critical yet open vision for current issues, such as the current digitalisation of all areas of life. It focuses on continually improving quality and on constant development in research, teaching and continuing education.
Faculties
14 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.
Department of Business Administration
3 programmes
Munich School of Engineering and Management
3 programmes
Faculty of Applied Social Sciences
2 programmes
Department of Computer Science and Mathematics
2 programmes
Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
1 programme
Department 03 of Mechanical, Automotive and Aeronautical Engineering
1 programme
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 13 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 with a VPD from uni-assistBachelor's until 15.07, master's until 15.06. 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 and live
| Tuition fee | set by the university for international students — see the programme page |
|---|---|
| Semester contribution | €97 |
| Living costs per month | €943–1,423Dormitory €943 · Room in a shared flat (WG) €1,393 · Own studio €1,423 |
| Living costs per semester | from €5,658 |
Data for 2026. Dormitory: average rent of Studierendenwerk München (waiting time 1–7 semesters); WG room and 30 m² flat: MLP Studentenwohnreport 2026; other costs: our estimate based on the Sozialerhebung and LMU, incl. public transport at €43 a month (Munich currently has no semester ticket). Source. For the student visa the blocked account needs €992 a month (€11,904 a year); the amount is revised every year.
Living costs in the city in detail →
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Campuses
About the campuses in detail →Campus Karlstraße
Karlstraße 6, 80333 München, Germany
Campus Lothstraße
Lothstraße 34, Munich, Germany
Campus Pasing
Am Stadtpark 20, 81243 München, Germany
A programme is tied to a campus — when looking for housing, go by the campus, not by the university's main address.
Studying in Munich: 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 Munich University of Applied Sciences
How much does it cost to study at Munich University of Applied Sciences?
In Bavaria universities may charge international students their own tuition fee — check the programme page. Every student pays the semester contribution of €97. 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; Munich University of Applied Sciences works with Studienkolleg bei den Fachhochschulen des Freistaates Bayern.
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.