Which German universities accept English-taught Masters?

Germany is one of the most popular study destinations in Europe, and many international students are surprised to learn that a large number of Masters programmes are taught entirely in English — no German required for admission.

How many English-taught programmes exist?

According to DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service), there are over 1,900 English-taught Masters programmes at German universities. This number grows every year as universities compete for international talent.

Top universities with English-taught Masters

• Technical University of Munich (TUM) — Engineering, Computer Science, Management
• Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) — Economics, Data Science, Neuroscience
• Heidelberg University — Physics, Molecular Biology, Public Health
• Humboldt University Berlin — Social Sciences, Global History
• RWTH Aachen — Automotive Engineering, Software Systems
• University of Mannheim — Business, Economics, Political Science
• Free University of Berlin — Politics, Data Science, Global History

Popular fields for English-taught Masters

• Computer Science and Data Science
• Business Administration and Management
• Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive)
• Natural Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Public Health and Epidemiology
• Environmental Science and Sustainability

Admission requirements

• A recognised Bachelors degree (usually with a minimum GPA equivalent to German 2.5)
• English proficiency: IELTS 6.0–6.5 or TOEFL 80–95 (varies by programme)
• Some programmes require GRE/GMAT
• Motivation letter and CV

How to find programmes

Use these official databases:

• DAAD programme database: daad.de/en/study-and-research-in-germany/find-programme
• MyGermanUniversity.com — filters by language, field, and city
• Uni-assist — central application portal for many universities

Tuition fees?

Most public universities charge only a small semester contribution (€150–€350), which includes a public transport ticket. Private universities may charge €10,000–€20,000 per year. The vast majority of English-taught programmes are at public universities.

Timeline

Most programmes start in October (winter semester). Applications open in January and close between March and July depending on the university. Start preparing at least 9 months in advance.