Freiberg University of Mining and Technology
The TU Bergakademie Freiberg, as a resource university, focuses its research and teaching on how to deal responsibly with the finite resources of this earth. To this end, our six faculties develop efficient and alternative technologies for raw material extraction, energy technologies, materials and recycling processes and contribute significantly to solving economic and ecological challenges.
With the engineering, natural, geo, material and economic sciences, the university combines all areas of modern raw materials research in the basic area and application-oriented research. 4,000 students receive a scientifically sound and practice-oriented education in 72 courses of study. The close cooperation with companies gives students the advantage of being able to complete internships and assignments up to and including industrial doctorates.
Facts about the university
| Ownership | Public, Saxony |
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| City | Freiberg |
| Founded | 1765 |
| Students | ≈ 4,927 |
| Programmes | 4 programmes · 1 bachelor's, 1 master's |
| Tuition fee |
set by the university for international students — see the programme page what it consists ofSemester contribution€94
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
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| Semester contribution | €94 per semester |
| Application | Via uni-assist; bachelor's until 30.04; master's until 30.04 |
| Campuses | TU Bergakademie Freiberg Campus |
| Studienkolleg | University of Leipzig Preparatory College in Saxony |
About the university
Research for a sustainable materials and energy economy
As a technical university, the Freiberg University of Mining and Technology (TU Bergakademie) has a unique profile as a resource university with excellent competence in the field of sustainable raw materials and energy management as well as the recycling of materials and substances. Four core fields – Geo, Materials & Materials, Energy and Environment – give the university its unique profile, which enables it to realise holistic research approaches with practical relevance.
In order to address the economic and ecological challenges of the 21st century, the six faculties of the university conduct interdisciplinary research on alternatives for raw material extraction, energy technologies, materials and recycling processes. Together with national and international partners, we develop modern technologies and processes for the responsible use of finite resources.
PROFILE GEO – Exploration and extraction of raw materials
The geosciences take a look at the entire Earth system. The focus is on innovative technologies for the exploration of new deposits, environmentally friendly mining and the sustainable processing of natural resources, taking into account economic and ecological aspects.
PROFILE MATERIALS – Development of new materials, material design
For the development of modern materials it is important to know what influences their properties and how they can be produced. To this end, the Freiberg materials experts look at the properties and possible applications as well as the internal structure of the materials in addition to various production technologies.
PROFILE ENERGY – Energy sources and energy technology
In order to be able to counteract the increasing scarcity of resources, the Freiberg scientists are working on new forms of energy generation, storage and conversion. The focus is also on concepts for international climate financing and their evaluation.
PROFILE ENVIRONMENT – Sustainability, environment, resources
The preservation and protection of our environment is one of the most pressing challenges facing society. The environment-related research at the TU Bergakademie Freiberg focuses on the natural geo-ecosystem and its use, soil and drinking water protection or the processes of basic industry and energy management.
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 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 30.04, master's until 30.04. 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 | €94 |
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Campuses
About the campuses in detail →A programme is tied to a campus — when looking for housing, go by the campus, not by the university's main address.
Studying in Freiberg: 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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