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Postgraduate · Engineering · 📍 Munich, Germany

MSc Mechanical Engineering

Technical University of Munich

Duration
2 years Full-time
Next intake
October 2026
Indicative annual fee
€8,000 / year

Since winter 2024/25 TUM charges non-EU students €4,000–€6,000 per semester depending on the programme — confirm the exact fee for this master's

Course overview

A research-intensive engineering master's at Germany's highest-ranked university, with specialisation tracks across automotive, energy, mechatronics and production.

Because TUM is a public university there is no general tuition fee, only a modest semester contribution, which makes this one of the best-value globally ranked engineering degrees available.

Key modules

  • Advanced Engineering Mechanics
  • Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
  • Control Systems and Mechatronics
  • Materials and Manufacturing
  • Simulation and Numerical Methods
  • Master's Thesis

Entry requirements

Academic

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field, assessed through TUM's aptitude assessment procedure.

English language

  • IELTS: 6.5 overall
  • TOEFL iBT: 88 overall
  • Note: Some tracks require German; English-taught tracks are available.

Not quite meeting these? Ask about a foundation or pathway route, we advise on those free of charge.

Intakes

Apply roughly 6 to 12 months before your intended start for the widest choice of places and scholarships.

  • 🗓️ October 2026
  • 🗓️ April 2027

Career prospects

Roles this programme prepares you for. Your counsellor can also advise on post-study work routes in Germany.

  • Design Engineer
  • R&D Engineer
  • Simulation Engineer
  • Production Manager
  • Automotive Engineer

Post-study work in Germany: Up to 18 months. Read the Germany student visa guide.

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MSc Mechanical Engineering: your questions, answered

What are the entry requirements for MSc Mechanical Engineering at Technical University of Munich?

A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field, assessed through TUM's aptitude assessment procedure. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall; TOEFL iBT 88 overall; Note Some tracks require German; English-taught tracks are available.. Your Tutopiya counsellor checks your specific qualifications against these requirements free of charge.

How much does MSc Mechanical Engineering cost?

Since winter 2024/25 TUM charges non-EU students €4,000–€6,000 per semester depending on the programme — confirm the exact fee for this master's Fees are set by the university and can change between intakes, so your counsellor confirms the exact figure before you apply. Tutopiya's own counselling and application service is completely free.

When can I start MSc Mechanical Engineering?

This course has intakes in October 2026, April 2027. Applying 6 to 12 months ahead gives you the widest choice of places and scholarships.

Is the university placement service really free?

Yes, our service is 100% free. Counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer cost you nothing. There are no consultation fees and no agent fees, because we are funded by our university partners. The only cost you take on is the university’s own tuition or semester fees, which you pay directly to the university after you accept your offer.

What exactly do you help with?

Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.

Which universities can you place me into?

We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated free placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.

Do I need my final results before I apply?

No. We work from predicted grades, so you can start the process well before results day and secure a conditional offer. Once your final grades are in, we help you confirm your place.