Find your program
Finding the right degree program might not be easy, but it’s a fascinating task nonetheless. We want to help you find the opportunity that suits you best.
Technische Hochschule Mannheim offers Bachelor and Master degree programs in Engineering, Design and Social Work. Several Departments also offer international study programs and double-degree courses. All degree programs are practice-oriented, giving you an excellent insight into real-life challenges in your field and preparing you for your career.
All our Bachelor and Master programs have been successfully accredited and provide graduates with direct access to the higher civil service and/or doctoral studies at other universities. The broad range of programs available at THM also includes courses organized jointly with the University of Mannheim, the University of Heidelberg and the Heidelberg University of Education.
Since education in Germany is heavily subsidized, gaining a quality university degree in Germany is very affordable. Find out more about the costs here.
Structure of the study programs
Bachelor degree programs in Engineering, Design and Social Work at Technische Hochschule Mannheim are very practice-oriented and include hands-on experience and lab work. This way, we will prepare you perfectly for your career at one of our company partners.
Intake: Bachelor's degree programs usually start twice per year (September and March).
Application: Please follow the specific instructions for each degree program and have a look at the notes on our website Apply now.
Degree: Students earn the degree of “Bachelor of Science” (B.Sc.) or “Bachelor of Arts” (B.A.).
Structure: The standard period of study for Bachelor programs at Technische Hochschule Mannheim is seven semesters. This includes one semester of work experience (internship semester) with a company or another institution compatible to the course requirements. Many students take advantage of the university’s extensive international contacts to spend this semester abroad.
Intake: Some master's degree programs may start twice per year, while others only start in September.
Application: The application process and deadlines may differ from one program to another. Please follow the specific instructions for each master's degree program and have a look at the notes on our website Apply now.
Degree: With the degree of “Master of Science” (M.Sc.) or “Master of Arts” (M.A.) you also acquire the ability to do a doctorate. Biotechnology graduates have direct access to doctoral study programs though participation in a time-limited Graduate Research Group (Graduiertenkolleg) involving the University of Heidelberg and the German Cancer Research Centre (DKFZ Heidelberg).
Structure: The application-oriented master's degree programs at Technische Hochschule Mannheim last three semesters: the first two theoretical semesters focus on deepening scientific knowledge and methods. In the third semester, you will complete your master's thesis within six months. Graduates can also attend these programs on a part-time basis after embarking on a professional career.
Language requirements
Your application can only be considered if, in addition to the certificate recognition from the Studienkolleg Konstanz, you provide proof that you have passed the German language test for university entrance for foreign applicants.
We accept DSH-2 or a comparable test (TestDaF in all areas with at least TDN 4, telc German C1 university).
Bachelor Electrical Engineering (EEB): No German language proof neccessary, you only have to hand in a proof for your English language skills (see EEB website).
Bachelor International Engineering (INB): INB can be studied fully in English. No knowledge of German is required at the start of the INB course (see INB website).
Master Biotechnology: No German language proof neccessary. For queries concerning the level of English required for admission, contact Richard Baker.