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Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences
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Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences

Fachhochschule Schmalkalden

The Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences offers a wide range of study programmes under the umbrella of the five faculties Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Business and Economics and Business Law. The university’s practical relevance and good equipment are the most frequently mentioned reasons when it comes to choosing Schmalkalden as a place to study. Forms of training such as project-based learning and practical training phases are just as natural as small learning groups and personal contacts between lecturers and students.

All degree programmes offer a wide range of possibilities to go and study abroad. The Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences has a dense network of over 70 cooperations worldwide that covers even Australia. Many students use this opportunity to study or intern abroad and gain valuable international experience. A particular highlight is the possibility to obtain a double degree at one of SUAS’s partner university abroad. Students of the IBE master programme may obtain a second MBA degree in the USA, Canada or Spain.

Data from the university's official pages

Facts about the university

Ownership Public, Thuringia
City Schmalkalden
Founded 1991
Students ≈ 2,836
Programmes 3 programmes · 1 bachelor's, 2 master's, 3 in English
Tuition fee
€0 per semester for international students what it consists of
Tuition fee of the federal state (Thuringia), international students€0
Semester contribution€133.48
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Semester contribution €133.48 per semester
Application Directly to the university; bachelor's until 15.07; master's until 15.06

About the university

  • 2.500 students in total
  • over 20 bachelor and master programmes
  • nine in-service bachelor and master programmes
  • 63 professors
  • 220 staff members
  • five faculties

The Schmalkalden University is a university of applied sciences in Thuringia. It is idyllically situated at the edge of the Thuringian forest. The green campus is one of the most beautiful university campuses in Thuringia and in Germany. The lecture rooms, laboratories, dining hall, library, dormitories and sport’s facilities are all within easy-walking distance.

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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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
    Application directly to the university
    Bachelor's until 15.07, master's until 15.06. Deadlines differ between programmes — check the programme page.
  3. 3
    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 fee€0 per semester for international students
Tuition fee of the federal state (Thuringia), international students€0
Semester contribution€133.48

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

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Questions about Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences

How much does it cost to study at Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences?
The federal state charges no tuition fee, including for international students. Every student pays the semester contribution of €133.48. Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Are there programmes in English?
Yes: 3 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.

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