Technical University of Munich - TUM
speciality: Politics

My university is an amazing community with a supportive administration that offers various helpful services. The faculty is excellent, and there are tons of fun activities outside of class. I wholeheartedly recommend it to any student looking for a great place to learn and grow.

Adjusting to the new environment was challenging at first, but I soon felt at home and part of the community. My academic journey has been consistently rewarding, and I deeply appreciate the opportunity to learn and grow alongside a diverse cohort of students who bring a rich variety of backgrounds and perspectives to the learning environment. This enriching experience has broadened my horizons and deepened my understanding of the world.

The international office and student union provide exceptional assistance to foreign students like myself, helping with everything from visa applications to finding accommodation. Their dedication to making us feel at home is genuine and heartwarming.

Technical University of Munich (TUM) exceeded my expectations in every way! As an international student, I was nervous about adapting to a new environment, but TUM’s warm welcome and relentless support made the transition seamless.
From day one, the university’s student-friendly infrastructure and services impressed me. The campus is modern, well-equipped, and easily accessible. But what truly sets TUM apart is its people.

The curriculum is engaging and covers current topics in the field. This interdisciplinary program offers career opportunities across various categories. I can suggest improvements, but as a full-time program, it lacks flexibility for students who need to work to fund their studies. Fully funded students and scholarship recipients have an advantage over those who must work to pay for their education.

What I would love to say is that after prep school, the PGE program is a welcome change. The workload is just right – not too hard, not too easy. This means we can study, have fun, and still have time for our own things.

The university is divided into several different faculties, the Hochschüle fur Politik (HfP), is located in the heart of Munich and is a stunning facility to study at. Its facilities & amenities are extensive and modern, with vibrant open study spaces – far nicer than a traditionally dark & gloomy library. The programme is extremely interdisciplinary, meaning people from various academic backgrounds can find suitable areas. For example, my classmates consisted of social science, humanities and civil engineering graduates, and a wide range of courses are offered for students to partake in. Further, as an international student, I felt very supported and comfortable as soon as I started the course – with a large International student cohort you would expect the university to be adept at managing international students, nevertheless, it was positive to feel at home at TUM so quickly. Unfortunately, my personal experience as a student living and studying in Munich was cut short by Covid, but in the time I got before Covid started the student experience was excellent and much better than during my previous studies for my bachelor’s degree.

In general, the course has been excellent. All the modules I have taken are interesting & well structured, and the university adapted excellently to the change to hybrid/remote learning during Covid, providing extensive online learning materials and ensuring that students were supported throughout the course of the pandemic, and continue to be to this day. My only real point of contention is regarding the university administration – registering for courses and exams can be quite confusing and time-consuming, however, if one is struggling there are plenty of administrative staff on hand to help with any issues. It is also worth noting that accommodation is notoriously difficult to find in Munich, and prospective students should start looking as early as possible in order to secure a place. Careers’ support is also very good, and I feel confident in my employment prospects moving forward. Overall, I would highly recommend TUM to any prospective students.