Technical University of Munich
Location:
Munich,
Germany
Language of instruction:
English, German
Tuition payable to:
UBC
Program website:
Technical University of Munich Exchange Website
Terms available:
Term 1, Term 2, Full year Term 1 + 2 (UBC Term 1 start)
Who can go?
- Exchange students may take coursework in most areas of study
Academic planning
Term dates
- UBC Term 1 (TUM Winter semester): October to March
- UBC Term 2 (TUM Summer Semester): April to September
*Students attending TUM Winter Term will not be able to return to UBC for Term 2
*Students attending TUM Summer Term might not be able to return to UBC for Term 1 (It is possible that students finish in time to return - students will need to coordinate with the relevant department(s) at TUM to ensure they are not taking courses with exams in September)
*Orientation programme provided to help newly arrived international students, beginning each semester 2 weeks before classes begin
Areas of study available:
- Architecture and Landscape Architecture
- Arts
- Education
- Engineering
- Forestry
- Land and Food Systems
- Management (UBCO)
- Science
Course availability and restrictions
- Most courses taught in English are at the Master's level, however, advanced Bachelor's students with the necessary prerequisites can apply for these
- Full list of programs: see Study Guide
- Students will receive a "Schein" upon completion of each course (typical of German universities) - please be sure to keep this for your records as you will be required to provide a copy to Go Global upon your return
Course equivalency Formula
- ECTS credits divided by 2 = UBC credits
Course load Information
- Minimum of 20 ECTS credits recommended
Transfer credit
The transfer credit process takes approximately 16 weeks following each submission deadline. You should allow sufficient time to meet important deadlines that may affect you (e.g. application for graduation, registration in courses that require prerequisites that you took on exchange, entry to a major/honours program, etc.)
Search for previously approved courses
Additional note for language of instruction
- While undergraduate education at TUM is primarily in German, at Master’s level a substantial part of courses is taught in English. 3rd or 4th year undergraduate exchange students are welcome to attend classes at Master’s level (given they meet the requirements).
- Students with B2 level may take German-taught classes (to determine your level, self-assess with the European Language Portfolio Global Scale)
Student experience
Housing
Information on accommodation
Accessibility
Some destinations may be more accessible than others for students with disability-related accommodations. If you identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, please contact a Go Global advisor before applying to explore options that are best for you.
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Finances and funding
While you’re learning abroad, you remain a UBC student and are eligible for UBC awards, scholarships, and financial assistance.
- 15 credits or equivalent full-time program tuition per term, paid to UBC
Financial Planning
- Cost of Living Calculator
- Budgeting for Exchange (UBCV)
- Money Matters (UBCO)
Awards & Scholarships
All students are automatically considered to receive either the Go Global Award ($1000) or Go Global Scholarship ($1500) for each term that they are abroad.
All awards and scholarships available through Go Global:
UBCV Students
UBCO Students
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