partner college
Ausländerstudienkolleg zur Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft des Saarlandes
Saarbrücken, Saarland
Applied sciencesPublictuition-free for international students
University of Applied Sciences in Saarbrücken
Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft des Saarlandes
Our university offers over 55 Bachelor and Master programs in Business, Architecture & Civil Engineering, Engineering, Social Sciences and Franco-German studies. Our study programs are designed to incorporate practical-oriented hands-on skills along with a strong theoretical knowledge base.
Approximately 6,000 students are enrolled at the htw saar and more than 900 international students from 76 countries are attending our classes. This is a significantly higher percentage (16%) of international students than the German national average.
Data from the university's official pages
Facts about the university
| Ownership | Public, Saarland |
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| City | Saarbrücken |
| Founded | 1807 |
| Students | ≈ 5,575 |
| Programmes | 3 programmes · 2 bachelor's, 1 master's, 2 in English |
| German for enrolment | C1 |
| Tuition fee |
€0 per semester for international students what it consists ofTuition fee of the federal state (Saarland), international students€0 Semester contribution€121
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
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| Semester contribution | €121 per semester |
| Application | With a VPD from uni-assist; bachelor's until 15.07; master's until 15.07 |
| Campuses | Campus Alt-Saarbrücken, Campus Göttelborn, Campus Rotenbühl, Hochschul-Technologie-Zentrum (HTZ) am Innovations Campus Saar |
| Studienkolleg | Ausländerstudienkolleg zur Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft des Saarlandes |
About the university
Third mission
Part of our mission is to contribute to addressing and overcoming major challenges in today’s society. We act as a hub connecting academic research, businesses, institutions and administrative bodies to foster and promote regional development. So far, we have created a network of over 300 industry partners.
Today we are
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a major player in the regional innovation sector, working together with partners in industry to transform research results into marketable products. Our Institute of Technology Transfer (FITT) currently cooperates with around 80 companies.
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accelerating the development of new value chains through the creation of networks and innovation clusters. We initiated the formation of AKJ Automotive, an expert network for sharing ideas on automotive value chains, and helped to set up the regional Ambient Assisted Living Network (AAL Saar). We have also established the ‘Zentrum Mittelstand Saar’ (ZMS), which supports sustainable business models for SMEs.
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educating and training young skilled graduates through degree programs and further education courses thus producing qualified employees and meeting regional needs at the same time
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offering assistance to international students who need to complete
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integrating education and social engagement through service-learning and community projects.
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encouraging civic participation as we are actively engaged in the community and promote urban and cultural development in the
local area and neighbourhood.
State-of-the-art research with international partners
We take credit for being the first application-oriented university in Germany conducting research. For more than 25 years, we have been carrying out research on an international level and with industry partners from all over the world. With approx. €9.4 million in third-party funds, we are considered to be one of the top-ranked universities of applied sciences in Germany.
Research is fundamental, and great importance is attached to applied research and development. That is why we encourage our students to participate in the various R&D projects to get a better understanding of German cutting-edge technology and innovation.
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.
Business School
3 programmes
Fakultät für Sozialwissenschaften
Fakultät für Ingenieurwissenschaften
Fakultät für Architektur und Bauingenieurwesen
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 3 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.
- 2German C1 and a certificateDSH, TestDaF or telc C1 Hochschule — before you apply, not after.
- 3Application with a VPD from uni-assistBachelor's until 15.07, master's until 15.07. Deadlines differ between programmes — check the programme page.
- 4Admission, 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 | €0 per semester for international students |
|---|---|
| Tuition fee of the federal state (Saarland), international students | €0 |
| Semester contribution | €121 |
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Campuses
About the campuses in detail →Campus Alt-Saarbrücken
Goebenstraße 40, 66117 Saarbrücken, Germany
Campus Göttelborn
Am Campus 4-5, Göttelborn 66287 Quierschied, Germany
Campus Rotenbühl
Waldhausweg 14, 66123 Saarbrücken, Germany
Hochschul-Technologie-Zentrum (HTZ) am Innovations Campus Saar
Altenkesseler Straße 17, 66115 Saarbrücken, Germany
Zentrum für Mechatronik und Automatisierungstechnik
Gewerbepark Eschberger Weg, 66121 Saarbrücken, 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 Saarbrücken: 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 University of Applied Sciences in Saarbrücken
How much does it cost to study at University of Applied Sciences in Saarbrücken?
The federal state charges no tuition fee, including for international students. Every student pays the semester contribution of €121. Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Are there programmes in English?
Yes: 2 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 15.07. 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; University of Applied Sciences in Saarbrücken works with Ausländerstudienkolleg zur Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft des Saarlandes.
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.