Electrical Engineering at TU Berlin is run through the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), the same faculty that houses TU Berlin's restricted Computer Science (Informatik) programme. Unlike Informatik, Electrical Engineering is currently open admission, and it covers three specialization areas: Electrical Power Engineering, Electronics and Information Technology, and Systems Theory. Like the rest of TU Berlin's bachelor's programmes, it's taught in German.
This guide covers the acceptance picture, the semester contribution and cost of living, the German language requirement, and what the German post-study permit means for graduates.
TU Berlin Electrical Engineering Acceptance Rate
TU Berlin does not publish a single acceptance rate for Electrical Engineering, and we did not find an official figure for international applicants. What matters more is the programme's admission status: in the sources reviewed, the B.Sc. Electrical Engineering programme has open admission (no NC), in contrast to TU Berlin's Computer Science (Informatik) programme, which is restricted and uses a grade cut-off. Admission rules change from year to year, so check the current status on TU Berlin's admissions pages before you plan around it.
Tuition and Cost of Attendance
Regular bachelor's programmes at TU Berlin, including Electrical Engineering, charge no tuition fee, including for non-EU international students. You pay a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) each term instead.
- Semester contribution: TU Berlin's semester fee page lists EUR 360.49 for the 2026 summer semester. It includes a student body contribution, a contribution to the studierendenWERK Berlin, an administrative fee, a social fund contribution, and a Semesterticket for Berlin public transport. Confirm the current amount on the university's page each semester.
- Proof of funds: a non-EU student applying for a German study visa must show funds. The 2026 blocked account requirement is EUR 11,904 per year (about EUR 992 per month), per German Federal Foreign Office and DAAD guidance. A blocked account typically costs EUR 70 to EUR 150 to set up.
- Living costs in Berlin: Berlin rents are a large part of the budget and vary widely by district. We could not verify a current city-specific rent figure from an official source, so use the blocked account amount as your minimum and check current rent estimates before you commit to a flat.
Admission Requirements
For international applicants to the Electrical Engineering B.Sc., the core requirements are:
- A higher education entrance qualification recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur, with official transcripts and certified translations
- German language proof at C1 level, which TU Berlin requires for bachelor's programmes
- An application through TU Berlin's application portal by the published deadline for your intake
- Proof of funds for the student visa, if you are applying from outside the EU or EEA
Because Electrical Engineering is currently open admission, there is no competitive grade cut-off to clear, unlike TU Berlin's Computer Science programme, but all the standard entry documentation and the C1 German requirement still apply in full.
How to Get Into TU Berlin's Electrical Engineering Programme
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Plan around German first. Bachelor's teaching is in German, so a strong IELTS or TOEFL score will not replace the German certificate.
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Book a recognised C1 German certificate early. TU Berlin accepts certificates such as TestDaF with TDN 4 in all four sections, and DSH-2 or DSH-3. Build time for preparation and retakes into your timeline.
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Take advantage of the open-admission status while it lasts. Unlike Informatik's grade cut-off, Electrical Engineering currently has no NC restriction, but confirm the current status for your intake, since admission rules can change year to year.
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Choose your specialization track with your career goals in mind. The degree covers Electrical Power Engineering, Electronics and Information Technology, and Systems Theory, and your eventual focus affects which advanced coursework and research groups you'll engage with.
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Arrange your blocked account and semester contribution together. Both are part of your first-year budget, and the blocked account is needed for the visa application.
English Proficiency and German Language Requirements
Electrical Engineering at TU Berlin is taught in German, so IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and Duolingo are not the tests that gate admission. The accepted German certificates include:
| German test | Accepted level |
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| TestDaF | TDN 4 in all four sections (4-4-4-4) |
| DSH | DSH-2 or DSH-3 |
Some English-taught options exist at TU Berlin, but they are mainly at master's level. If you want an English-taught electrical engineering degree, look at TU Berlin's relevant master's programmes, which have their own English requirements, usually IELTS or TOEFL. Check the current language page on TU Berlin's site, since the list of accepted certificates is updated from time to time.
For how this compares with TU Berlin's Computer Science programme, see the TU Berlin guide.
Career Outcomes and Post-Study Relevance
Germany's main post-study route is the job-seeker residence permit under Section 20 of the Residence Act. After completing a degree in Germany, you can receive a residence permit of up to 18 months to look for qualified work, provided your livelihood is secured during that time. The permit is not extendable, and during it you may take up employment of any type. Before it expires, you need to move into a qualifying job or another eligible residence title. Apply at the local immigration office before your student status ends, and confirm current rules on make-it-in-germany.com or the BAMF website.
TU Berlin does not publish a single, citable electrical-engineering-specific employment rate in the sources we reviewed, so we have not quoted one. Outcomes depend heavily on your specialization track and on your German level, since most professional engineering roles in Germany require German for day-to-day work.
FAQ
Is TU Berlin's Electrical Engineering programme taught in English? No. The bachelor's programme is taught in German. English-taught options are mainly at master's level.
What IELTS score do I need for TU Berlin Electrical Engineering? You do not need IELTS for this bachelor's programme. You need C1 German, shown through a certificate such as TestDaF (TDN 4 in all four sections) or DSH-2/DSH-3.
Does TU Berlin charge tuition for international students? Regular bachelor's programmes, including Electrical Engineering, do not charge tuition, including for non-EU students. You pay a semester contribution each term, which was EUR 360.49 for the 2026 summer semester.
Is Electrical Engineering easier to get into than Computer Science at TU Berlin? Based on current admission status, yes: Electrical Engineering is open admission (no NC), while Computer Science (Informatik) is restricted with a grade cut-off. Confirm the current status for your intake, since admission rules can change.
What specializations does the degree offer? Electrical Power Engineering, Electronics and Information Technology, and Systems Theory.
Can I stay in Germany after graduating? Yes. Under Section 20 of the Residence Act, graduates can receive a job-seeker residence permit of up to 18 months. It is not extendable, so plan to move into a qualifying job or another residence title before it expires.