Nuremberg Institute of Technology
The Nuremberg Institute of Technology is an important engine of innovation for the Nuremberg Metropolitan Region. The university develops ideas for the world of today and tomorrow and researches the key questions of our society. With 13,000 students, TH Nürnberg is one of the largest universities of its kind nationwide.
Innovative teaching concepts give new impulses for a modern teaching. Based on its excellent contacts to the economy, the university is very committed to regional knowledge and technology transfer. In addition to the faculties, successful research is being developed in the competence centers, institutes and interdisciplinary research platforms such as the Energy Campus and the Nuremberg Campus of Technology (NCT).
Facts about the university
| Ownership | Public, Bavaria |
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| City | Nuremberg |
| Founded | 1823 |
| Students | ≈ 12,746 |
| Programmes | 6 programmes · 1 bachelor's, 5 master's, 3 in English |
| Tuition fee |
set by the university for international students — see the programme page what it consists ofSemester contribution€118
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
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| Semester contribution | €118 per semester |
| Application | Directly to the university; bachelor's until 15.07; master's until 15.06 |
| Studienkolleg | Studienkolleg bei den Fachhochschulen des Freistaates Bayern |
About the university
Seven principles guide our actions and are defined in our corporate vision:
Visionary Ohm – Performance at the top
The Nuremberg Institute of Technology has a distinct profile and strives to maintain its leading position among its competitors. Our comprehensive success in teaching, research and management has shown that we are on the right path. For the next few years and decades to come, our goals will remain the same: to take on trend-setting developments and bring about lasting changes.
Innovative Ohm – New ideas for progress
Business and society benefit from the knowledge and technology at and developed by the university, and Nuremberg Tech helps generate employment. Applied research and development involving our students are a top priority. The large number of ongoing research projects at the university and its institutes is a reflection of this innovation potential.
Professional Ohm – Hands-on approach
The Nuremberg Institute of Technology is a university of applied sciences. Hands-on teaching and research provide students with an education that combines the use of scientific methods and artistic concepts. Additional emphasis is placed on acquiring the “soft” skills required in modern work environments. The university supports and encourages students to develop social and intercultural skills.
International Ohm – Regional commitment and international orientation
In a Europe of many regions, it is important to combine regional attachment and international orientation as components of all our degree programs. The Nuremberg Institute of Technology is integrated into the structures of our region, central Franconia, which is located in northern Bavaria. Research and teaching meet the needs of the regional economy. At the same time, the university is always establishing and maintaining partnerships with universities and businesses worldwide. An active exchange of students and scientists promotes the transfer of knowledge and cultures across regional and national borders.
Traditional Ohm – Proud of its roots
The university can boast a long and successful history and is steeped in tradition, including famous figures such as Georg Simon Ohm, who was an exemplary researcher and teacher. This tradition is followed by members of the university as well as its alumni.
Efficient Ohm – Quality based on responsibility
Integrated, process-oriented organizational structures enable interdisciplinary and market-focused work. The Nuremberg Institute of Technology is involved in all activities and meets the needs of its students and its partners in business and society. It is characterized by its dedication to responsible economic actions that are in line with ethical, social and ecological standards. Social changes represent a challenge for innovation and an opportunity for improvement.
Cooperative Ohm – Successful together
Personal commitment and identification with the university are requirements for everyone to succeed. The university is supportive of its employees and regards open communication and a trusting work relationship as essential prerequisites. Our employees’ work-life balance is of great importance to us.
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.
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 6 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 directly to the universityBachelor'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
| Tuition fee | set by the university for international students — see the programme page |
|---|---|
| Semester contribution | €118 |
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.
Questions about Nuremberg Institute of Technology
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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.