TUM Student Clubs
Students at our university are getting involved in various causes and projects they are passionate about. Actively shape your time at TUM, explore your interests, discover your talents and achieve great things together.
Get inspired by the diversity of student involvement
Whether you bring sustainability to campus, coach young people for more equal opportunities in education, enrich campus life with art and culture, foster exchange across disciplines and countries, develop innovative technological solutions, network with industry, or start your own business – in a TUM Student Club you can bring your vision to life, share your enthusiasm with like-minded people, make new friends, learn from each other, and grow together.
All events at a glance
Whether info evenings, networking events, or exciting workshops – here you will find the upcoming events by, for, or with TUM Student Clubs.
Find a TUM Student Club
Would you like to get involved in a student initiative at TUM and are looking for inspiration – or would you like to know which groups share your passion?
Take a look at our TUM Student Clubs:
Start a TUM Student Club
You want to start your own TUM Student Club? No matter if you have an idea or an entire project group – here’s some tips to get started.
And if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
All students at TUM can establish a TUM Student Club at any time.
There are practically no limits or restrictions to establishing a TUM Student Club, provided its activities and purpose do not contravene Germany’s liberal democratic basic order or safety and order at TUM.
Take a look at the TUM Student Clubs on our website - maybe you already find an initiative that matches your interests? On the websites of the respective student clubs you will then find the contact details as well as helpful information on how to join the student group.
Talk to other students to find out if they are interested in joining your student initiative. Post on social media, also discuss your initiative with scientists in you TUM department/school, you will be surprised how many people share your interests.
Choose a name for your TUM Student Club. Check whether the name already exists, whether the activity and purpose of the group are clear, and whether the name appeals to the desired target group.
If you would like the name to include "TUM", or "at TUM" it is neccessary for the TUM Center of Study and Teaching to review the status of the group and approve its name. Please contact studentclubs in this matter. @tum.de
Create an own website or social media account for your TUM Student Club so that interested students can find out about your acitivities. If you send a completed self-declaration to studentclubs, we will also present your initiative on our TUM Student Clubs website. @tum.de
Once your Student Club counts as least 5 members, you can apply for accreditation by the TUM Student Council and receive further support.
Your question has not been answered yet? Feel free to contact us by e-mail to studentclubs Your TUM Student Club Coordinator will be happy to help you or to put you in touch with the right person. @tum.de.
Support for
TUM Student Clubs?
You have already started your own TUM Student Club and are looking for support?
Here you will find an overview of the various offers and services at TUM. If you have further questions or feedback, please do not hesitate to contact us.
As Student Club Coordinator, Anne Hüttenrauch is your central contact person for questions and concerns regarding your TUM Student Club. Feel free to contact us via the e-mail address studentclubsWe will be happy to help you, to provide you with futher information or to put you in touch with the right person. @tum.de.
The new wiki is an ever-growing collection of answers to your most important questions and useful tips. Whether you are looking for specific information or just want to browse, it is worth checking back as new content is added regularly!
The TUM Student Council represents the interests of all TUM students and is therefore also an important contact for the TUM Student Clubs. The topics include, for example, the provision of work spaces for students (StudiTUM houses) or the organization of cultural events (e.g. TUNIX and GARNIX). Through the service Verleihnix there is an extensive range of material that you can also rent for your events.
And once your TUM Student Club is accredited by the Council of Student Representatives, you can benefit from further support. Find out more under the heading "Accreditation“ of your TUM Student Club.
In addition to the "Accredited at TUM" label, the accreditation of your TUM Student Club offers many other advantages:
- Public relation support, e.g. through the use of info screens and publication in the TUM Campus App
- Technical support, e.g. through mail services
- Further funding opportunities, e.g. for StudiTUM funding and project funding through the Friends of TUM e.V.
- Reaccredited student clubs receive a certificate with the TUM logo, on which they can confirm student commitment to their members.
- You can find all the benefits on the website of the Student Representatives.
Once your student club has at least 5 members, you can apply for accreditation by the Council of Student Representatives.
You need a room for an event or a working meeting of your TUM Student Club? Student clubs can rent several rooms and spaces at TUM (seminar rooms, conference rooms, lecture halls, foyers etc). In our TUM Student Club Wiki you will find an overview of TUM's offers and a step-by-step guide to rent a room with ZA4 - Real Estate. The documents required for renting are available in the download section.
Even if you don't find a room at TUM, we can help you with tips on alternative space.
An alternative to booking rooms centrally via TUM are the StudiTUM houses. As soon as your Student Club is accredited, you can apply for StudiTUM status via the Student Representation. This gives you storage facilities and room booking rights in the StudiTUM Houses.
At Campus Garching and in Munich (Munich Urban Colab), MAKERSPACE offers publicly accessible high-tech workshops with high-quality machines, the latest CAD software, qualified trainers and a large community of creative and helpful people.
MAKERSPACE offers courses and memberships - as well as scholarships for students so that they can work on their projects quickly and cost-effectively.
The workshops include metal and wood workshops, electronic labs, 3D printers, laser cutters, a water jet cutting machine and a robotic lab. Further information can be found directly on the MAKERSPACE website.
Are you involved in a TUM Student Club and would like to receive ECTS for planning and implementing a project?
The module "TUM inspires – Student Projects" offers you the opportunity to realize your own ideas for your Student Club in a project, to deepen key competencies such as project management and team communication in accompanying workshops and to reflect on your experiences in a project report. The project work can be done in a team or alone. You can receive 3 ECTS for the module (depending on your TUM School / Department).
For further details on the formal requirements, the contents of the module and how to register, please visit the website of Kontextlehre Wissenschaft, Technologie, Gesellschaft (in German).
If your involvement in a TUM Student Club requires a increased level of commitment for a limited period of time, you have the possibility to take a leave of absence for this purpose. Please contact studentclubsqtum.de for advice on the required supporting documents for a leave of absence for this reason.
For detailed information on requirements, deadlines and application procedures please see Leave of Absence. It is important to submit the application for leave of absence within the official deadline, supporting documents can be submitted later within a certain period of time.
In order to determine how a leave of absence will affect your studies and what it means for you in your particular situation, you must first inform yourself, if necessary, you can also consult your departmental student advisor.
If you plan on collecting donations or membership fees with your TUM Student Club or are looking for commercial sponsors, a legal form such as a registered association (Verein) is recommended. As a university sub-group of an umbrella organization, you can also inquire about financing opportunities there.
TUM Association of Alumni and Friends:
As an accredited TUM Student Club, you can also apply for financial support from the TUM Association of Alumni and Friends "Freunde der TUM e.V.". The association offers funding lines that also provide financial support for the work of TUM Student Clubs.
The application period for the funding line „funding projects“ (from 5.000 EUR) is still open until May 2. A variety of projects, such as scientific or artisitc events, field trips or even travel to competitions and conferences can be supported by research grants or by providing non-monetary resources.
For more information on criteria and application, please visit the website of the TUM Association of Alumni and Friends. Your contact person Dr. Julia von Mendel will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Public Policy Impact Programme:
The program offers particularly committed student groups support with networking, mentoring, access to workspaces and venues, and even financial support, which can be used for activities of the initiative such as events, workshops, (online) publications, etc.
For more information on the application and requirements, please visit the TUM Think Tank website.
Does your student club develop innovative technical solutions? Would you like to get early advice on topics such as patent protection, utility models and intellectual property? Take advantage of free initial consultations from TUM ForTe in cooperation with patent attorneys, just send us an email to studentclubs(at)tum.de.
Under the motto 'TUM Student Club Fair - get inspired, get involved,' student initiatives are offered a platform to present their activities and projects to interested students and staff, to get them excited about their topics, and to recruit new members.
The next TUM Student Club Fair will take place in winter semester 2025/2026, in the second week of lectures, at Campus Garching. Further information on how to register will be sent to all registered student clubs by e-mail and published in the info box on this website in June.
For the successful realization of your student club's activities, certain key skills can be of great benefit. Both TUM and external partners offer a variety of workshops and trainings:
- Soft Skills – TUM School of Social Sciences & Technology
- Time Management and Self-Motivation: balancing studies and involvement in student clubs– TUM ProLehre Studyskills
- Key Skill Programs – Interdisciplinary Plug-in Modules of TUM
- Key Competences – TUM School of Engineering & Design (for students of TUM School ED)
- Intercultural Communications and Language Courses – TUM Language Center
- Career Topics and Application Training – TUM Career Service
- Mentoring Programs und Job Talk – TUM Alumni for Students
- Software courses – Leibniz-Rechenzentrum
- Virtuelle Hochschule Bayern (vhb)
Many student clubs also offer trainings in their field. Just reach out to your fellow students - you can find contact information for the various initiatives on this website. There are certainly numerous opportunities to advise and train each other.
Would you like to learn more about entrepreneurship and starting a business? TUM supports you in your TUM Student Club start-up project with a comprehensive range of consulting and qualification services:
- The basics of setting up a business: Offers by TUM Entrepreneurship
- Business creation in technology-based domains: TUM Venture Labs
- Entrepreneurship qualification: Programs of TUM and UnternehmerTUM
Your student club develops innovative technical solutions? Take advantage of the free consulting offer via TUMForte, find out more under inventor and patent consultancy.
Tips for increasing the awareness for your TUM Student Club
- Keep your website or social media account up-to-date, so that interested students can find out about the acitivities of your student group and can get in touch with you.
- Present the activities of your student initiative to the TUM community at the TUM Student Club Market and network with interested students and other student groups at TUM.
- Introduce your TUM Student Club on our website. To Do so send us the completed self-declaration as well as 1-3 sentences in German and English via e-mail to studentclubs. @tum.de
- Once your TUM Student Club has been accredited by the Council of Students Representatives, it will be published on the website of the TUM Students Council and TUM Campus App and you can also use the infoscreens.
- To promote an event or activity of your Student Club you can use the social media channel of TUM . Feel free to get in touch with us. In consultation with the TUM Student Council, content can also be shared via their social media channels.
Further questions or feedback?
Please feel free to contact me – I will be happy to help you or to put you in touch with the right people.

TUM Student Clubs at a glance
There is a broad variety of outstanding, exciting student initiaitves at TUM.
Academic & Education
A club for applied mathematics enthusiasts: The club brings together applied mathematics enthusiasts from the greater Munich area to collaborate on industrial mathematics, high-performance computing, computational modeling, and numerical analysis. They organize talks by international experts, networking events, workshops, and hackathons. Are you passionate about applied mathematics and want to become part of an open and collaborative community dedicated to advancing knowledge? Interested or want to join them? Check out their webpage: Applied Mathematics Student Club Munich
Finance for everyone: Campus Traders members are eager to expand their understanding of capital markets, financial instruments, and trading, with a focus on personal growth. The goal is not to educate you for the industry, but for YOU. Campus Traders [Instagram]
Discover your strengths: At the ConsulTUM Club, you develop your consulting skills through peer-to-peer learning and build key future competencies. ConsulTUM Club
Building Education Expertise: Edventure is a Student Club that offers the opportunity to explore various career opportunities in the field of education, work on real-world educational projects, and develop an entrepreneurial mindset by developing solutions to educational problems – with the long-term goal of establishing a group of education experts. Edventure [E-Mail]
Exchange of ideas: Students of Electrical and Computer Engineering can collect experience Europe-wide and make international contacts in workshops at universities and in companies. EESTEC
Ethical awareness in academia: The student-led initiative is dedicated to elevating ethics to the core of academic life. Through discussions, debates, and speaker events, they promote ethical awareness and critical thinking, to ensure that ethics remains at the forefront of academic thought and practice. Ethics in Academia
During the 20-month scholarship period, members of TUM: Junge Akademie have the opportunity to realize their own projects, chosen for their strong practical focus and potential contribution to society. Overview of all projects at Junge Akademie
Supporting students: In the Lern-Fair association, students volunteer to support students in their learning and thus contribute to improving equal opportunities in education. Lern-Fair
Mentoring for STEM-inclined students: MINTORME offers individual mentoring for students who are interested in STEM subjects and are considering studying in this field. MINTORME
Gain practical marketing experience with Germany's largest student initiative dedicated to marketing. Offers include talks, project work, trainings, symposiums, and social events. MTP Munich
The core mission is to bring students together to improve their technical skills and develop projects with significant social impact.
Mathematics Competition: The MCMC comprises students from TUM and LMU who are passionate about preparing for and representing their universities in mathematics competitions, especially the International Mathematics Competition for University Students (IMC). The members meet almost weekly to solve past papers problems and explore advanced mathematical concepts. Munich Competitive Math Club
Model United Nations: Students re-enact the workings of the United Nations, create model committees and pass resolutions in the role of UN delegates. MUNTUM
Biotech talent development: The student-led group Nucleate Germany represents a large global innovator community in the field of biotech/life sciences and aims to support (young) innovators in Germany. They offer free programs and trainings to qualify, motivate and network next-generation biotech leaders in life sciences. Nucleate Germany
Open Source Projects: The initiative develops and operates hardware and software projects at TUM and provides knowledge about development models. Open Source @ TUM [Website]
Student initiative with a philosophical focus: "Master your mind, not just your classes" is the guiding principle of Philosophia Munich. The student initiative offers spaces, ideas and events for the exchange about philosophical core topics such as ethics, epistemology or consciousness. Everyone is welcome to attend the weekly meetings, prior knowledge is not required. Philosophia Munich
Responsible Tech: The goal of Responsible Technology Hub (RTH) is to demystify the debate around technical responsibility and create an inclusive space for cross-generational and cross-sector co-creation. The initiative brings together various stakeholders, educates and advises them on the topic of designing responsible technology solutions, and offers young people in particular a platform to promote their ideas and solutions to socio-technical issues. RTH
The mentoring community in Munich: A mentoring program between students and general secondary school pupils that promotes educational equality and equal opportunities. ROCK YOUR LIFE! München [German]
Support from the very beginning: The students of the Sailsetters student club are passionate about working together to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people from educationally and socially disadvantaged families and to support them more effectively through a social buddy program. Sailsetters
Information about scholarships: In the Scholarship Network Munich e.V. scholarship holders inform themselves about all questions concerning the awarding of scholarships and network with each other. Scholarship Network Munich e.V.
Equal opportunities through education: The Studenteninitiative für Kinder Ortsgruppe München e.V. (Munich Student Initiative for Children) is committed to more educational equality. It places students as volunteer tutors and mentors with socially disadvantaged pupils. Munich Student Initiative for Children [Instagram]
Promotion of Tech Skills: The TechLabs team supports students in expanding their know-how in the field of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence in theory and practice. TechLabs
Original and engaging lectures: TEDxTUM organizes conferences, inviting experts from all areas to present their ideas, share their experiences and speak about innovation and technology. TEDxTUM
The students at TUM.ai work on Artificial Intelligence. They visit workshops, exchange with peers and carry out projects both independently and in cooperation with companies. TUM.ai
Vibrant Chess Community at TUM: The TUM Chess Club is a group of like-minded students, who want more from the fascinating world of chess than just playing online. Whether as an experienced chess player or just starting out, the club offers the opportunity to improve your skills and share your passion for the game with other enthusiasts. The TUM Chess Club oganizes weekly meetings and tournaments, to create a positive and supportive environment where everyone can reach their full potential. TUM Chess Club [Instagram]
Database enthusiasts: With lecture series, joint paper reading or programming on open source projects, the Student Club TUMuchData promotes a collaborative community of like-minded students, researchers and experts from industry to bring the topic of databases closer to students and strengthen the database ecosystem at TUM and in Munich. TUMuchData
The potential of extended reality: Through workshops, projects, industry collaborations and cultural events, an open XR community is being created where technology and the humanities meet. TUM-XR: Student Initiative
Science communication at eye level: Students create evidence-based nutrition content for social media – creative, accessible, and as a response to misinformation. In close collaboration with the Chair for Molecular Nutritional Medicine, all content is scientifically reviewed and tailored for Instagram. TUM Verdauungskanal
Business & Entrepreneurship
Business consulting: The students in 180 Degrees Consulting provide advice to charitable and social organizations. Their aim is to develop innovative, practical and sustainable solutions. 180 Degrees Consulting
Student consulting services: Academy Consult members gain experience in the working world by providing their consulting expertise to companies in a wide range of sectors. Academy Consult
Independent educational work on financial market topics: Munich students bring what is happening in the financial and capital markets closer to the general public. They also organize lectures and workshops in cooperation with companies to build a bridge between theory and practice. Akademischer Börsenzirkel München e.V.
From Bavaria to Burkina Faso: This student group is dedicated to improving people’s quality of life by helping them support themselves financially.
- enactus Munich
- enactus Straubing [Instagram]
Focus on family businesses: The Family Business Club is a student initiative within the TUM School of Management aimed at all TUM students who are interested in family businesses. Our role is to offer you the opportunity to get in touch with established companies and meet inspiring personalities. In doing so, mutual exchange is just as important to the club as the pursuit of knowledge and shared experiences. Family Business Club
Club for people interested in venture capital: The Innovis Venture Club (VC) informs students on the topics of business start-ups and venture capital models. Innovis VC
Insights into the world of business and finance: The Munich FinanceCircle is a dynamic platform created for students passionate about Corporate as well as Entrepreneurial Finance. As a member, you will have access to exclusive events, workshops and networking opportunities. Munich FinanceCircle
Future of the public sector: Through educational programs, workshops, and networking formats, students are empowered to actively and innovatively contribute to the transformation of the public sector. Public Makers [Instagram]
Club for people interested in quantitative finance: Quant Finance Club is a group of Munich students dedicated to advancing quantitative finance, data science, and machine learning. The club aims to provide members with practical, hands-on experience through educational workshops and collaborative learning. Quant Finance Club
Getting enthusiastic about entrepreneurship: Students learn about successful startups, work together with them – and invite entrepreneurs to their course of lectures. STARTmunich
Germany’s oldest entrepreneurial student intiative encourages and supports students from various degree programs and all Munich universities to act entrepreneurially. Students gain inside into professional life through workshops, their own projects, through starting up businesses and various club activities. Moreover, they can build on the support of more than 300 club alumni. TEG | The Entrepreneurial Group e.V.
User Experience Design: the TUM Student Club TUdesign is dedicated to teaching students the principles of Design Thinking, important User Experience skills and tools such as Figma by doing a real-world project in small groups each semester. TUdesign Club [Instagram]
For students with an entrepreneurial spirit: The Young Founders Network is a community for young entrepreneurs. With events, workshops, and an incubator, it supports you from idea to funding — helping you turn your vision into reality. YFN @ UNIS
Understanding the financial market: This club focuses on financial education and hands-on experience by managing real-money investments through their own student-run fund. TU Investment Club
Case Studies: TUM Business Game provides students a platform to tackle real-world business challenges through case competitions and gain hands-on experience. TUM Business Game
Training problem-solving skills: Our mission is to build a network of like-minded people that enjoy regular exchange and participation at student case study competitions. Therefore, they regularly host educational events with professionals and case studies to prepare and exchange knowledge. TUM Case Club
Culture & the Arts
Musical Commitment: The goal is to make classical orchestral music more accessible, especially for younger people. They have weekly orchestral rehearsals under the direction of professional musicians, which usually culminate toward the end of the semester in two moderated concerts with explanations of the pieces. Accento [Website]
Theater group at the Garching campus: We are a diverse troupe of TUM students, doctoral candidates and staff members who stage plays in our spare time. During term time, we get together for weekly sessions of improvisation, technical exercises and games to improve our acting skills and have a bit of fun in the process! We are always looking to welcome new people – either as performers or backstage. We are passionate about drama and are convinced it is a cultural enrichment to life at the Garching campus. AcTUM – Drama im Vier(t)akter [four-stroke drama]
Discover the game “GO”: The club offers the opportunity to learn and play the game "GO" in a positive and social environment. Its simple rules take just minutes to learn but the complex game takes a lifetime to master. Baduk TU Go [Instagram]
Social hub for the Garching campus: The Campus Cneipe (C2) enriches campus life in Garching with regular events such as the pub quiz or karaoke. With fair prices, it's the perfect place to enjoy an after study drink. Would you rather have the whole pub to yourself? Rent it for your personal (doctorate-) party. C2 – Campus−Cneipe
Radio station for students at Munich's universities: With interviews and contributions on the topics of research, student initiatives and startups, Campus After Hours informs about current events at Munich's universities. Campus After Hours
Big band for alumni and students: The Cico Jazz Orchestra brings together alumni from all universities, active students and musicians from the region to indulge in the many facets of jazz in an energetic big band line-up with vocals. Ready for regular rehearsals, exciting shows at home and unforgettable tours, such as to the partner band in Romania? Cico Jazz Orchester [Instagram]
When debating at the club meetings or at tournaments, Munich students practice their communication and rhetoric skills – enabling them to join political debates and discussion. The club is a politically neutral platform. Debattierclub München
Interdisciplinary seminar series: The Disorientation Days invite students from all disciplines to lecture and project events dealing with socially relevant topics. Disorientation Days
Club for Foodies: Eat & Meet Munich is a gastronomy club and a social community that brings together students who enjoy trying different cuisines and exploring new places. Let's eat, meet, and savor every moment together! Eat & Meet Munich [Instagram]
Soccer league of the TUM faculties and schools: Student teams and teams from the faculties and schools compete in the Faculties Football League [Instagram]
Mixed hip-hop in Munich: Students learn different hip-hop dance styles in the Fusian Dance Crew, develop choreographies together and perform them at events. Fusian Dance Crew
Enjoying Culture – the Kulturklub at TUM is a platform that brings students together to attend cultural events. The club offers the possibility to either join events of the program set up by the active members or to propose events themselves and thus help to shape the program. Kulturklub
Club for e-sports enthusiasts: The Munich eSports offers gamers a wide range of activities related to gaming and e-sports, such as weekly gaming evenings, public viewing of e-sports tournaments, and online and offline tournaments. Munich eSports [German]
Creative exchange: planl_s studio collaborates with students on creative ideas and projects, ranging from international competitions to design-build initiatives. The goal is to enable free project work during studies. planl_s studio [Instagram]
Samba Percussion in Munich: Praias do Isar (in English: Beaches of the Isar) is a student organized Rio style Samba Percussion School. This is the only Samba School of its kind in Munich and one of the very few in Europe. Get an opportunity to learn drumming without any previous experience, meet like-minded, rhythm-loving people and travel and perform all over Europe. Praias do Isar
Tech Reading Group: The reading circle critically engages with influential tech books, ranging from entrepreneurship and technology to broader issues of economics, politics, and philosophy, to make insights actionable and foster engaging discussions. Silicon Valley Canon Reading Club
Social-Media-Content-Creation: Spark is all about helping students achieve their creative goals and make the most of their social media presence! We're building a vibrant community where members can share knowledge, team up on projects, and develop their skills in different areas of content creation, including photography, videography, and graphic design. Spark [Instagram]
Creative together: The TUMart Club is a group of TUM students who want to bring the fine arts to Campus Garching. After a member has briefly introduced his or her favorite artist, relaxed drawing follows. No previous experience is necessary, just drop in: this semester SoSe23 every Friday from 14:15 to 15:45 in room CH 26410 (1st floor, orange part of the building) in the Chemistry Building in Garching behind the Science Cinema. Please bring some materials of your choice, even if it's just pen and paper. TUMart Club [E-Mail]
Cinema in the lecture hall: Every Tuesday and Thursday during the semester, the tu film transforms the Carl-von-Linde lecture hall in the city center and the MW 1801 lecture hall in Garching into real cinemas with a cinema projector and snack stand. tu film
Reading circle for people interested in literature: At their meetings, members of the TUM Book Club discuss selected readings from various genres. TUM Book Club [Instagram]
New Orleans Jazz in Munich: The TUM Dixieland Combo consists of alumni, staff and students from all Munich universities. They rehearse on Tuesdays in the TUM rooms, hence the name. The classic Dixieland instrumentation (trumpet, clarinet, trombone, tenor saxophone, tuba, banjo, drums) plays New Orleans jazz, which originated over 100 years ago. TUM Dixieland Combo
The TUM student big band: In the TUM Jazzband, students play a broad repertoire in big band formation and regularly perform at TUM concerts and events. TUM Jazzband
Creative Perspectives: The club combines photography, videography, and media design to capture student life from new angles. Whether working behind the camera or editing, members produce creative content that reflects real campus life.
International & Country-Specific
Europe-wide student forum: From conferences in Budapest to cultural events in Ljubljana – AEGEE promotes cooperation and intercultural exchange between young people in Europe. AEGEE
The Association of Iranian Students in Munich (AIS-Munich) primarily aims to support Iranian students, especially newcomers, with multiple aspects of their study, and to present a holistic and nuanced picture of Iranian culture to provide an atmosphere for integration and cultural exchange. AIS-Munich
Experience Albanian culture and build connections: The Albanian Student Association at TUM invites all students to explore Albanian heritage through events, workshops, and networking. We promote intercultural exchange and support academic and professional growth, enhancing cultural diversity at TUM. Albanian Student Society at TUM
At the “Asian-European Society at TUM” (AES), our core mission is to enhance mutual understanding among students from diverse cultural backgrounds, with a focus on Eurasian relations. Therefore, we organize a broad range of events to bring people together and to match interested students with potential employers both in Asia and Europe. Our event series includes speaker events on current topics as well as corporate workshops and social events. AES
Brasa Local aims to promote Brazilian culture, network Brazilian students abroad and help them in their integration process in Munich. Brasa Munich organizes cultural, social and vocational events that serve the purpose of the association. BRASA Munich [Instagram]
Social projects abroad: As an international exchange organization, AIESEC offers internships and social projects for young people abroad. AIESEC
International spirit at TUM: ESN TUMi offers events especially for international students at TUM. ESN TUMi tutors organize nearly 400 of them every year – they are open to all TUM students. Find all information in the ESN TUMi App.
Looking for work experience? The Munich local committee helps students find work experience abroad and supports international interns who have come to Munich. IAESTE
Interested in Japanese culture? The goal of JACC München is to bring people with interest in Japan and its culture together by hosting educational, social and cultural events. JACC [Instagram]
Are you looking to connect with students from your home country? Students of various countries have set up local student groups. You can find all country groups on our international students pages: Leisure time and networking: Student groups of different countries
Cultural exchange and a sense of belonging: The student club LATUM (Latin American at TUM) aims to connect students from Latin America and other regions of the world through various events, workshops, guidance and social gatherings to help them settle into life in Germany and promote intercultural understanding and collaboration. LATUM [Instagram]
Association of Luxembourgish students: The Letzeburger students to Munich represent the interests and promote the exchange of Luxembourgish students at TUM. Letzeburger students to Munich
Polish Student Society: The student initiative PolSoc organizes regular events and meetings to help students from Poland to start their studies in Munich, to actively bring together interested and motivated students and to present Munich as a location with excellent academic prospects and opportunities. PolSoc [Facebook]
Power of Words: SLOVO offers a platform for Russian-speaking students and all those interested to engage in cultural exchange, integration, and intercultural dialogue. Through a variety of events, they foster an open and inclusive community. SLOVO
Networking & Career
Representation of young food chemists: As a specialist group of the German Chemical Society, the working group Young Food Chemists represents the interests of young researchers at universities and during their practical year. Young Food Chemists
Networking in the financial sector: Alternative Investments Munich (AIM) aims to promote education on alternative investments such as Private Equity, Private Debt, Venture Capital, and Hedge Funds while accelerating students' careers in these industries through networking opportunities. AIM
From students for students in the life sciences: The initiative offers guidance from the first semester to the start of a career. As an interface between university and industry, it offers a platform for networking and further development. btS e.V.
For all female students in electrical engineering at the TUM: You can get useful tips for your studies, connect, support each other, talk about job opportunities and find friends. EI Girls
European networking for medical students: The European Medical Students' Association (EMSA) promotes professional and cultural exchange among European medical students. EMSA
Fascination for Electrochemistry: The student club organizes events and excursions on topics in the field of electrochemistry in research and industry. The aim of the student club is to inform and bring together students and doctoral candidates. Electrochemical Society Student Chapter Munich (ECSSCM)
The world of aerospace: This student initiative puts members in touch with the aerospace industry in Munich and around the world. EUROAVIA München e.V.
Discussing European politics and its future: The Student Club Forward Europe Munich creates a forum for students who want to share their views and discuss European politics. Forward Europe Munich
Establishing contacts: Students from all faculties organize career forums, workshops and talks at all TUM campuses – bringing students and prospective employers together. IKOM
Interdisciplinary Exchange: The club encourages the exchange of knowledge between Business Informatics students and those in related degree programs at TUM, strengthening community bonds through regular events. Information Systems Assotiation Munich.
Student Network in the Pharmaceutical Industry: ISPE Student Chapters strive for networking and knowledge exchange between students and companies in the pharmaceutical industry. ISPE Student Chapters
The organization of the young members of the German Chemical Society: The Young Chemists' Forum represents the interests of the young members in the German Chemical Society, but it also builds bridges between academia and industry and promotes contact between young chemists across universities and national borders. Young Chemists Forum Munich
Junior-GBM Munich connects students of biochemistry and molecular biology with companies and research, offers exciting events and opens doors to the professional world! jGBM
Inform. Inspire. Invent. Munich Legal Tech (ML Tech) is a student initiative that advocates for the future of the legal industry through the use of technology and innovation. In this context, ML Tech regularly organizes workshops, seminars and hackathons to promote knowledge transfer and exchange between experts, students, and anyone interested in the intersection of law and technology. ML Tech
Achieving more together: The Munich Students Athletes Club (MuSAC) promotes the exchange among high-performing student athletes of all sports, provides assistance on various topics and represents their interests to relevant stakeholders. MuSAC
Career opportunities in quantum technology: The Student Club PushQuantum offers real-world training in the field of quantum technology for students of all disciplines. With practical workshops, lectures and the exchange within an vibrant community they support a career start in industry, science or the start-up sector. PushQuantum
Christian Democratic Student Association: The Ring of Christian Democratic Students at the Technical University of Munich is involved in university politics at TUM. Christian Democratic Students
Networking in the automotive sector: The Student Automotive Association e.V. promotes exchange between students and companies in the (automotive) mobility industry. Student Automotive Association e.V.
Munich’s first student wine club: Society of Sommeliers brings wine lovers together and teaches them about wine tasting and winemaking. To reach their goal, they partner up with wineries and sommeliers from all across the world. Society of Sommeliers
Digital Bulletin Board: The Bulletin is designed to provide an at-a-glance look at the wide variety of student organizations and chairs, their events, and their application processes. The Bulletin [Instagram]
Source of inspiration: Since 1999, the TUM Speakers Series has fostered students' professional and personal growth through talks, discussions, and networking opportunities, connecting them with leading personalities and companies. TUM Speakers Series
Connection and empowerment of women in business and academia: Women in Business e.V. supports female students from all fields in their career start, promotes their professional and personal development, and offers a mentoring program and networking events. Women in Business
Networking, project work and more: Munich universities’ group of the VDE Verband der Elektrotechnik Elektronik Informationstechnik for South Bavaria (VDE-IEEE) offers students a network for their studies and their later professional life - whether with excursions to companies or meetings with other universities, as well as seminars, workshops, regulars' tables, hikes and even soldering courses. One of our projects is the VDE School Initiative, in which students bring technology into schools. VDE-IEEE
The Association of Munich Student Initiatives (VMSI) facilitates dialog and cooperation between the various student initiatives based in Munich and represents their common interests. VMSI [German]
Religious & Spiritual
Interdenominational Christian community on campus: 1-on-1 mentoring for everyday student life, regular meetings and in-depth discussions, and numerous activities and excursions provide an enriching community. Christian Students
Community and Religoius Faith: In the Evangelische Hochschulgemeinde (Protestant University Community) at TUM, students meet regularly to cook and eat together, at celebrations, devotions and church services to talk about topics that are important to them. Counseling, coaching and pastoral care are offered in a confidential setting by the pastor. EHG
The Jewish Student Union Germany (JSUD) has set itself the goal to promote exchange between non-Jewish and Jewish students through various events and education opportunites (e.g. Jewish Campus Week at TUM and LMU), highlighting the diversity of Jewish life, and thus breaking down stereotypes and fight anti-Semitism. JSUD
Spirituality and Community: The Katholische Hochschulgemeinde (Catholic University Community) at TUM is a place of encounter where everyone who studies, teaches and works at TUM is welcome. Regardless of religion, the rooms are open to anyone who wants to use them to work, relax and meet. In addition to the regular spiritual program, the KHG TUM offers counseling, guidance and coaching on all study issues and other services. KHG TUM
Representation of Muslim Students: The Muslim Student Initiative at TUM (MSI) represents the interests of and is the point of contact for all Muslim students at TUM and is committed to making the daily life of Muslims at our university easier. Non-Muslim students are also welcome in the student initiative. With events and excursions, the MSI would like to promote intercultural exchange on campus. MSI
Social & Diversity
Highlighting issues and effecting change: The Munich campus group uses art auctions, information stands and talks to raise awareness of human rights. Amnesty International
Deep Conversations: The club fosters an open environment for English-language discussions on socially relevant topics, with a particular focus on the impact of technology.
Taking responsibility: Students provide assistance for people in need in Germany and around the world, highlighting social problems and undertaking projects to tackle them. Campus for Change
Student running community: We offer three different runs per week, so no matter what your goals are, we have got you covered. We have social runs where we focus on having fun and getting together. We also have intervals, which are great for training with others to achieve your athletic goals. We also organize special events and take part in races together, such as the Munich (half) marathon. Campus Runners [Linktree]
Engaging effectively: The members of Effective Altruism Munich seek out and work on the areas in which their efforts will have the greatest impact. The central question is: How can we use our limited resources to help the most? Effective Altruism Munich
A meeting place for gaming enthusiasts at Campus Straubing: From classics like 'Settlers of Katan' to brainteasers like 'The Resistance' to party fun with 'Codenames' – bring what you like or discover something new in a relaxed atmosphere.
The Global Shapers Community, an initiative of the WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM, is a network of hubs developed and led by young people who are exceptional in their potential, their achievements and their drive to make a contribution to their communities. The Global Shapers Hub Munich focuses on projects which relate to climate change, empowering skills and promoting healthy lifestyles. Global Shapers Munich
Supporting new arrivals: A multilingual, open-source smartphone app is being developed to help refugees and migrants to find their feet in Germany. The student-led Integreat team is developing the app in conjunction with a number of local partners across the country. Integreat
Defending Animal Rights: The Munich Animal Rights Club (MARC) is a space for all university members interested in animal rights and animal ethics. The club organizes talks, discussions, social events and engages with the students on campus to further the debate on how we view animals. MARC
Mountain Biking in and around Munich: The Munich Students MTB Club is a group for any student wishing to have some off road fun on a bike. Students organise regular group rides both locally (e.g. on the Isar) and in the alps, as well as trips to bike parks for big sends. Munich Students MTB Club
Coding workshops for girls: she codes is an initiative of committed students of KIT and TUM who want to inspire girls for computer science and technology. she codes
Voluntary tutoring: In the non-profit association Studenten bilden Schüler e.V. (“Students educate pupils”), students offer free tutoring for children and young people from educationally disadvantaged and low-income families to enable more equal opportunities in the education system. StudyTutors Munich (German)
Strengthening voluntary work: Under the umbrella of Donate Talents, there are several voluntary projects organized by Deutschlandstipendium scholarship recipients, such as reading mentoring, tutoring for refugees, or caring for protected meadows. Donate Talents
United Nations Children's Fund: The volunteers of the UNICEF University Group are committed to helping disadvantaged children all over the world. UNICEF University Group
Equal Participation in computer science: Women in Computer Science (CS) @ TUM is an initiative at the TUM Department of Computer Science who are working towards equal participation of women and of other under-represent groups. Women in CS @ TUM
Sustainability & Health
Climate crisis concerns us all: The international and interdisciplinary team of “100 Voices – One Planet” collects personal testimonies of 100 people from 100 countries about climate change to raise awareness about the consequences of the overheating of the earth. 100 Voices – One Planet
Academic Energy Cooperative: The student initiative deals with the foundation of an academic energy cooperative at TUM that contributes to the scaling of sustainable energy projects and combines them with teaching and research. It offers all interested parties the opportunity to gain practical experience and participate in the sustainable transformation. Academic Energy Cooperative @ TUM
Saving lives with stem cells: The AIAS e.V. team in Munich provides young people with information about leukemia and encourages students to sign up to the German bone marrow registry (DKMS). AIAS e.V.
Health, optimization and longevity: Biogenesis is a student initiative at TUM that deals with scientifically based self-optimization. In an interdisciplinary exchange, students analyze bioactive substances, health tech and biotechnological strategies to promote health, performance and longevity. For this purpose, the club organizes lectures, workshops and analyses current scientific literature. Biogenesis
The future of sustainable food technologies: Our goal is to have a positive influence on our environmental footprint, increase animal welfare and reduce world hunger! To do so, our members can learn all about future food technologies like precision fermentation and cultured meat, visit startups and companies, collaborate with other student clubs around the world, and develop novel ideas in e.g., hackathons and microclasses. Your influence is needed to shape our future! Future Foods
Development cooperation: Engineers Without Borders is a non-profit recognized aid organization that has been successfully carrying out development cooperation in Africa and Asia for almost 20 years to improve the living conditions of people in need. With us, students work together with alumni from all disciplines on projects to improve infrastructure and education.
Network for nature lovers: The university groups of the Landesbund für Vogelschutz connects nature-loving students who work together for nature and environmental protection.
Listeners telephone – from students for students. Voluntary students help their fellow students with a sympathetic ear on the telephone. Nightline München e.V.
Health & longevity enthusiasts: A community to collectively explore the field of aging, preventative measures, and in doing so unlock an alternative way of life. MUN Centenarians
Nutrition Education Network: The Physicians Association for Nutrition (PAN UG München TUM) educates medical students on nutritional topics to promote sustainable and healthy diets. PAN
Plant a Seed aims to realize the potential of sustainability concepts and integrate them into the urban environment by providing an interactive learning opportunity for students and inspiring creative implementation ideas. Plant a Seed
Sustainable campus life: The international and interdisciplinary team of volunteer students strives to integrate sustainability into campus life and raise awareness within the TUM family through projects and events. Additionally, they work within the realm of university politics to promote the structural and strategic integration of sustainability. Environmental Department
Bicycle self-help workshop: The student initiative ReparadTUM on campus Munich, Garching and Freising allows students and staff to repair their bicycles with provided tools and competent assistance. ReparadTUM
Since 1985, speakers from nature conservation organizations and the worlds of research and business have delivered talks on environmental technology, health, consumer rights and climate protection. “Umwelt” lecture series
Making today’s students the circular leaders of tomorrow: At the School of Circularity, we believe that for a sustainable future, we need to transform to a circular economy. We want to drive this transformation by educating, connecting and empowering students from all background to become the circular leaders of tomorrow. School of Circularity
Sustainable Resource Management Lecture Series: The SRM Talks Initiative organizes events around sustainable resource management for interested parties from all disciplines. SRM Talks Initiative
Creative exploration of sustainable topics: Once a week, the AK susTUMable design at the TUM Campus Straubing brainstorms and sketchs ideas for sustainable products and graphic designs. susTUMable design
Platform on the topic of sustainability: The Green Team aims to sensitize students to sustainability issues and supports them in the implementation of sustainable concepts. The Green Team
Fostering sustainable development of African communities through research-based solutions: We are a non-profit organization, which unites students, researchers, alumni and friends of TUM. All of us work on the question, how energy transition can foster sustainable development of communities in Africa. In addition, we are an accredited university group of TUM. TU eMpower Africa e.V. [Linkedin]
Experience the beauty of nature: The club goes hiking on weekends, starting from Heilbronn. TUM HN Hiking Club.
Summit Hikes: The Student Club TU Peak Seekers unites students with a love for the great outdoors. On joint hikes to breathtaking peaks, you can admire the landscape and wild nature and build new, lasting friendships. TU Peak Seekers (LinkedIn)
Academic journal club on psychedelic research: At the student initiative uniMIND Munich, students and scientists from all disciplines meet regularly with the aim of presenting the latest research results in the fascinating and controversial field of "psychedelic therapy" to each other, discussing them as a group and thus also improving their own scientific skills. uniMIND München [Instagram]
Information against vaccination fear: The team of VACCtion informs about the mode of action and chances of vaccines. In its portal, students' questions are answered and fears are reduced. VACCtion
Technology & Research
Taking to the skies in self-built aircraft: AkaFlieg has been designing and building gliders since 1924. And when the results are air-worthy, students get to pilot their own aircraft. Akaflieg München e.V.
The art of model aircraft: The members of AkaModell design and build remote-controlled model aircraft. The best part is seeing the finished masterpiece take to the skies. AkaModell München
Financial Mathematics: The club offers STEM students practical insights into applying mathematics in the financial markets through workshops and lectures. Beta Sigma Club
Student Beta Tester Community: BetaTUM functions as TUM students' Product Hunt, facilitating connections between campus application creators and eager initial users to establish a robust user base. The club aims to expedite Germany's adoption of impactful digital technology. BetaTUM
Concrete canoe: Students are building a functioning canoe from heavy concrete. The key is getting the shape right. Every two years, students take part in the German concrete canoe regatta. Concrete canoe [Instagram]
The student-led Bioinformatics Research Initiative focuses on applying computational techniques and AI in the fields of biology and medicine. They offer opportunities for networking with researchers, industry professionals, and fellow students while gaining hands-on experience in innovative research projects. Bioinformatics Munich Student Lab
Physical assistance systems: DASH develops a lower-limb exoskeleton for fully paraplegic patients to help them regain mobility. The goal is to conquer the CYBATHLON competition taking place in 2024. DASH
Into space and beyond: At Elara Aerospace, students explore space, sustainability, propulsion, materials, aerodynamics and sensors. Elara Aerospace is aiming for the first student-built Methalox rocket to reach 100km. Join us on our journey to industry impact! Elara Aerospace
Prosthetic hands for developing countries: EnHands constructs affordable and robust hand prostheses for low-income countries. If you're interested in mechanics, prosthesis design, 3D modeling, 3D printing or robotics, contact them via their website and join the group – new members are always welcome. The group meets online at 6pm every Monday, and for an in-person workshop in Garching once a month. EnHands
Saving lives through intelligent search & rescue: the Student Club Falcon Vision wants to bring the world of AI and autonomous systems closer to the students and make it tangible. They develop AI-supported drones for the air rescue of missing hikers in the mountains. Falcon Vision
Every second counts! We are a team of students developing rapidly deployable drones for transporting medical supplies and competing in the largest international aeronautical competition in the world - GOAERO. HORYZN
Gas turbines that hum: The team develops, tests and optimizes gas turbines in its own design atelier, looking at factors like the drive system and acoustics. Hummingbird
For tackling everyday issues by synthetic biology, student groups compete annually at the international Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) competition, initated at MIT in Boston. iGEM Team Munich
The International Genetic Engineering Machine is a nonprofit organization advancing and building the future of Synthetic Biology. At iGEM Straubing, we build on the passion and expertise of our campus to contribute to iGEM and compete at an international level. The Straubing Campus' dedication to biotechnology provides the perfect environment for sustainable growth.
Sustainability in boatbuilding: The students of the Impetus Sailing student club are passionately dedicated to the research areas of boatbuilding, sustainability, materials science, fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, and composite and marine sensor technology. The club's first major milestone is to participate in the "1001 Vela Cup" competition in 2024. Impetus Sailing
Development of a hydrogen drone: The LeviTUM team is working on the development and construction of a hydrogen-powered eVTOL drone. LeviTUM
Medtech projects for developing countries: MedTech One World Students (MTOWS) works together with local partners on medtech projects which focus on the needs of developing countries. Students from all fields are welcome to participate and pitch project ideas. MTOWS
Pioneering work in biosensor research: The Munich Bioneers develop biosensors for disease monitoring, participate in the SensUs competition, and organize exciting events like expert talks and networking sessions. Munich Bioneers
Combining Neuroscience and Engineering: neuroTUM is a group of students who would like to share their enthusiasm about neuroengineering and make this interdisciplinary research area more accessible. They are collecting hands-on-experience by developing a brain-computer-interface (BCI) system to non-invasively decode electrical signals into precise control commands using Deep Learning architectures. NeuroTUM
Innovation in Medicine & Technology: OneAim offers programming courses, lectures, and structured training to explore the interdisciplinary interface between medicine and technology. Participants will analyze and understand the application of modern technologies in clinical settings and work hands-on in interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions. OneAIM
Supersonic UAV: Phantum is a student initiative focusing on developing high performance, record-breaking UAVs. They are currently building the world‘s first supersonic RC airplane. Phantum
Better Robotics at TUM: We are building the world's fastest humanoid robot! Join us in bridging the robotics industry and academia through hands-on projects, culminating in the annual Munich Robotics Summit. RoboTUM
Race of the Future: Student AirRace has the goal of providing a hands-on experience for aviation enthusiastic students and promoting Urban Air Mobility. The team is doing this by developing a Racing Competition for Unmanned Aerial Systems with a maximum takeoff weight of up to 25kg in which international university teams can take part. Student AirRace
Designing a connected world: Synchronized Skies is a student club at TUM exploring innovative applications of swarm technology. Synchronized Skies
Technolitics empowers students to actively shape the intersection of technology, politics, and society while developing innovative solutions for current and future challenges. Technolitics [contact follows]
Student racing team: TUfast is the formula student initiative of the TUM. They design, develop, manufacture, and test a race car every year, which they then use to compete against the top teams during the summertime in the international Formula Student competitions. Students can either join the Racing, Eco or Moto Electic Team. TUfast e.V.
All things blockchain: The TUM Blockchain Club is dedicated to advancing blockchain technology and decentralization. It hosts networking and educational events, supports students with their projects, and aims to help connect academia with industry. TUM Blockchain Club
Aiming to build the world’s fastest tunnel boring machine: TUM Boring – Innovation in Tunneling is a Munich student initiative that develops innovations in underground transportation and won in Elon Musk's Not-a-Boring Competition with its tunnel boring machine. TUM Boring – Innovation in Tunneling e.V.
Mitigating the effects of climate change through carbon removal: The TUM Carbon Removal Initiative e.V. is a student association developing a scalable CO2 capture and storage technology to reduce the concentration of CO2 in the atmosphere. TUM Carbon Removal
High-speed capsule: The team from TUM has won the Hyperloop Pod Competition organized by Elon Musk multiple times. Their capsules are prototypes for a futuristic train designed to travel through vacuumized tubes at almost the speed of sound. TUM Hyperloop
Projects and competitions for the development of green technologies: The TUM Green Tech Initiative offers students at the Technical University of Munich who wish to make a meaningful contribution to the promotion of sustainability the opportunity to participate in various projects for the development of green technologies. They can also take part in student competitions if interested. TUM Green Tech Initiative [Instagram]
Practical robotics: The TUM Phoenix Robotics group is dedicated to planning, developing and building robotic systems. Their main projects are multifunctional robotic vehicles and multicopters.TUM Phoenix Robotics
Reaching for the stars: From cube satellites to a space elevator – this scientific workgroup for rocket science and space travel focuses on practical space-related projects. WARR
Downloads
Self-declaration TUM Student Clubs
For newly founded initiatives and to check eligibility to rent rooms at TUM.
PDF, 210 KB
Reservation Request
To enquire about the availability of rooms at TUM and to check for cost exemption.
PDF, 188 KB
Guide: TUM Student Clubs
Helpful information on how to start a student club and on support services offered by TUM
PDF, 4.3 MB
Leaflet: Rules for the allocation of rooms at TUM
For your information before renting and using rooms of the TUM
PDF, 2.0 MB
TUM receives VDSI certificate "Committed University"
With the award of the "Committed University" certificate, the Verband Deutscher Studierendeninitiativen e.V. (VDSI) documents and recognizes TUM's previous measures and successes in promoting student engagement at our university.
The VDSI is the association of sixteen of the largest student initiatives in Germany and represents over 100,000 students nationwide. On behalf of its member initiatives, it campaigns for the interests of students who are involved in extracurricular activities. The "Committed University" certificate was developed by the VDSI to recognize universities for particularly strong support of student engagement over a period of two years. VDSI