Technical University Munich
Germany 
About Technical University Munich
- Entrepreneurial University
TUM is a global hub where diverse talents collaborate on innovation.
- Research & Innovation Focus
It is a leading research-intensive university in Europe, dedicated to finding solutions to contemporary scientific and social challenges.
- Global Hub for Talent
TUM serves as a "global marketplace of knowledge" where diverse talents from around the world come together, inspiring each other and collaborating on innovations
- Interdisciplinary & Broad Scope
While rooted in technology and engineering, TUM offers a wide range of degree programs across engineering, natural sciences, life sciences, medicine, management, and social sciences.
University Unique Selling Points
Entrepreneurial University
TUM is a global hub where diverse talents collaborate on innovation.
Research & Innovation Focus
It is a leading research-intensive university in Europe, dedicated to finding solutions to contemporary scientific and social challenges.
Global Hub for Talent
TUM serves as a "global marketplace of knowledge" where diverse talents from around the world come together, inspiring each other and collaborating on innovations
Interdisciplinary & Broad Scope
While rooted in technology and engineering, TUM offers a wide range of degree programs across engineering, natural sciences, life sciences, medicine, management, and social sciences.
University Rankings
QS World Rankings
22
World Times Ranking
26
National Guardian Ranking
No data available
US World News Report
79
University Achievements
No achievements available
Notable Alumni
Klaus von Klitzing
German physicist
Anton Zeilinger
Austrian physicist
Wolfgang Ketterle
German physicist and professor
Rudolf Diesel
German inventor and mechanical engineer
Career Opportunities
Employment Rate
94%
Average Starting Salary
€50,000 / Year
Top Hiring Sectors
IT / Mechanical / Automotive
Major Employers
BMW, Siemens, Audi
Internship Access
At TUM, internship access depends on program requirements and departmental procedures. Students can explore research internships, apply with a student visa if offered an internship, and check DAAD for scholarships.**
Work Visa Options
TUM graduates can get an 18-month Post-Study Work Visa, then switch to a Skilled Worker Permit or EU Blue Card—the faster path to residency. Direct applications are possible with a job offer.
Scholarships
No scholarships available