Electrical Engineering and Information Technology

The program combines knowledge of specialist and methodological fundamentals with options to select individual areas of specialization. The core course content covers electrical engineering, information technology, mathematics and physics, as well as the area of signals and systems. This core is complemented by chosen modules offering in-depth knowledge of, for example, electromobility, biomedical engineering, aerospace engineering, nanoelectronics, robotics, or computer engineering. Students thus acquire a broad repertoire, enabling them to keep pace with the continuously changing demands of electrical engineering.

A further central aspect of the program is the interdisciplinary integration of other areas of specialization, such as computer science or mechanical engineering. Moreover, the bachelor's program in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology cultivates social skills and complements specialist and methodological knowledge with initial work experience in the engineering sector.

As a graduate you are qualified in equal measure for embarking on a career or for further education in the sciences. You are able to deal independently, or as part of a team, with complex technical and professional challenges. In addition, you have a command of the mathematical, natural scientific and engineering foundations of your discipline and can apply these in a structured manner to practical problem solving. Your capabilities allow you to develop digital, electrical and electronic circuits, systems and products. These you are able to model, simulate, test and integrate using various procedures.

Furthermore, you have developed a consciousness of the ethical, ecological, commercial and industrial effects of your activities. You take responsibility for decisions, work in an interdisciplinary manner and develop products tailored to the demands of the global market.

Upon completion, the bachelor's program in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology opens up job opportunities in research and product development. In addition, you can take up a managerial position or find employment in sales and marketing. Further opportunities are to be found in the telecommunications sector, mechanical engineering and vehicle manufacturing. 

The Bachelor’s program in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology is divided into two phases of study. Specialist and methodological knowledge is complemented by compulsory work experience in the engineering sector. 

• The first four semesters cover the fundamentals in the areas of electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, information technology and signals and systems. 
• A fundamentals and orientation exam gives all those interested in the program the opportunity to orient themselves to the discipline's content. Thus, students demonstrate that they have mastered the essential foundations. The passing of examinations within the first and second semesters is required in order to continue with the program. Successfully passing the fundamentals and orientation exam is an excellent indicator for the successful completion of the program. In this way, students also gain a clear view during the first year of study of the demands of professional life in the field. Those students who do not pass the fundamentals and orientation exam must withdraw from the program. 
• In the fifth and sixth semesters, elective modules enable students' individual interests and capabilities to come to the fore. In addition, they acquire practical engineering experience and soft skills, as well as complete individual specialized modules and a bachelor's thesis.

• Program structure & Overview of modules

Required language skills for admission:

You need sufficient German language skills if you wish to apply for this program. Evidence of your language proficiency has to be submitted before the end of the application deadline. Learn more about recognized certificates and other ways to prove your German language skills.

This evidence of your language proficiency confirms that you comply with the minimum language requirements for admission to the program. Depending on the program and your individual background, it may be necessary for you to keep working on your language skills during your studies. Be sure to take a look at the services of our Language Center.  

Language of instruction:

The language of instruction for this program is usually German. This means that most of the modules are offered in German. Some courses may, however, be taught in English. The language of instruction for each module is detailed in the module overview. 

• Information on exams
• Information on studying abroad
• Information on internships

The tuition fees for international students from third countries for this degree program are 3,000 euros per semester.

Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them. You can find all information on waivers and scholarships here.

Please note: The semester fee as a contribution to the student union must be paid additionally. It varies depending on where you are studying. You can find all information on the semester fee here.

How does the application process work? 

Admission requirements and the application procedure vary depending on the type of higher education entrance qualification you hold.

During the application period, you must apply through the TUMonline application portal and upload your application documents.

If you receive an offer of admission, you will additionally have to submit individual documents as notarized hardcopies by post to be enrolled.

Generally, applicants with an international higher education entrance qualification must have their documents reviewed in advance through uni-assist.

In detail:

• What are the steps of the application process?
• What admissions requirements do I need to fulfill?
• Important information about your application from the TUM school or department

• Higher Education Entrance Qualification
• Proof of German Language Proficiency
• Complete and Current Résumé
• Preliminary Documentation (VPD) by uni-assist - for international applicants only
• Passport

We may require additional documents depending on your educational background and your country of origin. Complete the online application to receive a comprehensive list of the required documents. 

• Application for Enrollment (signed)
• Higher Education Entrance Qualification (certified copy)
• Most Current Photo (as for ID)
• Digital notification of your health insurance status from a German public health insurance provider (requested by applicant)

We may require additional documents depending on the type of educational background you earned and your country of origin. After accepting an offer of admission in TUMonline, you will receive a list of documents you must submit to TUM in hardcopy for enrollment.

Application period for the winter semester: 15.05. – 15.07.

Information about applying for a higher subject semester

During the application period, you must apply through the TUMonline application portal and upload your application documents. Please be aware that we can only process your application if you upload all required documents within the application period.

We will review your application as soon as it is complete. Please check your TUMonline account regularly, to see if we have any queries to your documents or if you have to amend one or more documents.

After receiving admission, you will see in TUMonline which documents you have to submit for enrollment, and in which form. Please note that you always have to send the signed application for enrollment and all notarized hardcopies by post.

We recommend that you submit the documents for enrollment as soon as possible after receiving admission. If individual documents are not available by then, you can submit them up to 5 weeks after the start of the lecture period. You will, however, only be enrolled once we have received all documents.

You can check the status of your application at any time in your TUMonline account.

This is a program with unrestricted access. There is no selection procedure. You will receive confirmation of your application 

• after submission of the online application and all documents in a formally correct manner by the deadline
• and after your documents have been reviewed. 

In detail:

• Unrestricted Admission