Technische Hochschule Brandenburg
About
A university in Brandenburg an der Havel offers engineering, computer science, and business; tuition is tuition-free for international students, with an IELTS 6 entry bar. The EU-recognised diploma comes with Germany's 18-month post-study job-seeker visa. Brandenburg an der Havel has lower living costs than nearby Berlin.
Brandenburg an der Havel is a historic cathedral town near Berlin — 45 minutes by train — where student life is quiet and rents are among Germany's lowest at €250–350. The town has a contemplative quality, genuine history, and access to Berlin's opportunities without the chaos. It's a real place where you can actually afford to live and study.
Application deadlines
- Winter semester — Bachelor and Master, most programmes, no restricted quota (ohne Numerus clausus), domestic applicants30 September
Standing rule for regular applicants and programme changers; the window opens 1 June. Source: https://www.th-brandenburg.de/studium/bewerbung-und-einschreibung/fristen
- Summer semester — Bachelor and Master, most programmes, no restricted quota (ohne Numerus clausus), domestic applicants31 March
Standing rule for regular applicants and programme changers; the window opens 2 January. Source: https://www.th-brandenburg.de/studium/bewerbung-und-einschreibung/fristen
- Winter semester — international applicants applying through the central application service (uni-assist)31 August
International applicants using central application service (uni-assist).de face an earlier closing date than domestic applicants (31 August vs. 30 September); the window opens 1 April. Source: https://www.th-brandenburg.de/studium/bewerbung-und-einschreibung/fristen
- Summer semester — international applicants applying through the central application service (uni-assist), most programmes15 February
Window opens 15 October; some programmes vary slightly (e.g. Digitalisierung und Management M.Sc.: 1–15 February). Source: https://www.th-brandenburg.de/studium/bewerbung-und-einschreibung/fristen
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Technische Hochschule Brandenburg as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Technische Hochschule Brandenburg is €0 per year. Living costs in Brandenburg an der Havel are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Technische Hochschule Brandenburg?
English-taught programmes at Technische Hochschule Brandenburg typically require IELTS 6 or equivalent. Confirm the exact requirement per programme on the official admissions page.
How much money do you need to show for a student visa to Germany?
For a student residence permit in Germany you must prove €11,904 per year (2026, DAAD / Study in Germany — proof of financing (blocked account, 992 EUR/month for 12 months): https://www.study-in-germany.com/en/plan-your-studies/requirements/proof-of-financing/).
Where is Technische Hochschule Brandenburg located?
Technische Hochschule Brandenburg is in Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany. Magdeburger Straße 50, 14770 Brandenburg an der Havel, Germany
What can you study at Technische Hochschule Brandenburg?
Fields offered include: Engineering, Computer Science, Business.
Accommodation
TH Brandenburg operates one on-campus residence (295 places, mix of historic and renovated buildings) managed by Studentenwerk Potsdam / Studierendenwerk West:Brandenburg; rent is €310–370/month, all-inclusive (utilities, cable, internet). Brandenburg an der Havel's private rental market is cheap for Germany (~€8.65/m² average), with WG-Zimmer typically €350–550/month.
Source- Studierendenwerk Brandenburg · regional student services — it allocates the halls, not the university
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Why this works
- Zero tuition for international students makes this public university one of the most affordable options in Germany.
- IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is accessible for most CIS applicants without extensive preparation.
- A German university diploma is recognised across the EU and carries strong value with small and mid-sized companies (Mittelstand) engineering employers.
- Graduates can apply for an 18-month post-study job-seeker visa to find work anywhere in Germany.
- Brandenburg an der Havel has a low cost of living compared to Berlin, which lies roughly 70 km away.
- Engineering and computer-science fields align with Germany's high-demand labour market and offer strong graduate employment prospects.
What to check
- Most bachelor programmes in Germany are taught in German; confirm English-track availability before applying.
- Non-EU school leavers often must complete a preparatory year (Studienkolleg) or equivalent before university admission in Germany.
- Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of approximately €11,904 per year before a visa is issued.
- Brandenburg an der Havel is a small city with a limited local job and internship market; Berlin is the nearest major hub.
- International students may work up to 120 full or 240 half days per year, which restricts income during studies.
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