Best German Universities for Computer Science
Germany is a global computer science powerhouse — home to TUM, RWTH Aachen, KIT, Saarland and the Max Planck Institute for Software Systems. Most programmes are taught in English at Master's level, with industry pipelines into SAP, Bosch, Siemens, BMW and the growing Berlin startup scene.
Top 12 universities for Computer Science
Technical University of Munich
Munich
Germany's top-ranked technical university and a global leader in engineering and computer science. TUM offers many English-taught master's programmes and has strong links with BMW, Siemens and Google.
RWTH Aachen University
Aachen
Germany's largest and one of its most prestigious technical universities, with an outstanding reputation in mechanical, electrical and automotive engineering. The semester fee includes an NRW-wide transport ticket.
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Karlsruhe
A merger of a university and a national research centre, KIT is one of Europe's leading institutions for engineering and the natural sciences. Non-EU students pay €1,500 per semester.
Technical University of Berlin
Berlin
A top technical university in the startup capital of Germany, combining strong engineering programmes with the energy of Berlin's booming tech scene.
TU Dresden
Dresden
A 'University of Excellence' at the heart of 'Silicon Saxony', excellent for microelectronics and engineering, with affordable living and a transport ticket in the semester fee.
Braunschweig University of Technology
Braunschweig
One of Germany's oldest technical universities (1745), in a major R&D hub with strong aerospace and automotive industry links.
Technical University of Darmstadt
Darmstadt
Near Frankfurt, TU Darmstadt is one of Germany's best technical universities for computer science and electrical engineering. The semester fee includes a regional transport ticket.
FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg
Erlangen
A large, highly innovative university with deep ties to Siemens, especially strong in engineering and medical technology. One of the lowest semester fees in Germany.
University of Stuttgart
Stuttgart
In Germany's automotive heartland (Mercedes-Benz, Porsche), Stuttgart excels in mechanical, automotive and aerospace engineering. Non-EU students pay €1,500 per semester.
University of Lübeck
Lübeck
A small, specialised research university on the Baltic coast, focused on medicine, medical technology and computer science.
University of Würzburg
Würzburg
A historic Bavarian research university with a Nobel heritage (X-rays were discovered here), strong in physics and the life sciences, with a low semester fee.
Ulm University
Ulm
A modern research university strong in computer science, engineering and battery research, with a low semester fee. Non-EU students pay €1,500 per semester.
Got admission? Here's what to do next.
Every international student needs the same three things to study at this university: an offer letter, a blocked account, and health insurance. Here's the honest order.
💳 Open a blocked account
German embassies require proof you have ~€11,904 for one year. A blocked account (Sperrkonto) is the standard way to show this.
Expatrio
Berlin-based fintech designed for international students — quick, English-friendly, popular bundle option.
Fintiba
One of Germany's longest-running blocked-account fintechs, very widely used by international students.
🩺 Health insurance
You need pre-arrival travel + health insurance for your visa appointment. Once you arrive and enrol, switch to public insurance (TK / DAK) if you are under 30.
DR-WALTER Educare24
Most international students applying via Expatrio — comes bundled with the blocked account.
Mawista Student
Students using Fintiba, or those who want standalone visa insurance without bundling.
📋 Student visa process
With your offer letter, blocked account, and insurance in hand, you're ready to apply for the student visa at your German embassy. Plan 4–12 weeks for the visa decision.