Technische Universität Berlin for Nigerian Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
See official university website for current requirements.
Fees & Deadline
Application deadline: July 15 for winter semester.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3/4 (2:1 UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required. 70+ English-taught programmes across Engineering, Computer Science, Urban Planning, and Economics.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €600–€800. Application deadline: May 31 for winter semester. Decision time: 8–16 weeks.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.5/4. Master's degree required (or Bachelor's with First Class Honours for some programmes). Fully funded positions available. DAAD scholarships and DFG-funded positions available for Nigerian PhD students.
Specific Requirements
Research proposal required. Identify and contact a potential supervisor before applying. References from two academic supervisors.
Deadline
Rolling — contact supervisor directly
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
DAAD Scholarship (Development-Related Programs)
by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) · Masters, Phd
Learn more →Deutschlandstipendium
by Federal Government + Private sponsors · Undergraduate, Masters
Learn more →TU Berlin Excellence Scholarship
by TU Berlin · Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Can Nigerian students study Engineering at TU Berlin with WAEC?
WAEC/NECO qualifies as your secondary school certificate, but direct undergraduate entry to German universities requires either completing 1+ year at a recognised Nigerian university or attending a Studienkolleg. TU Berlin offers 70+ English-taught Masters programmes, so Nigerian engineering graduates can apply directly at postgraduate level.
Is TU Berlin free for Nigerian students?
Yes — TU Berlin charges no tuition fees for non-EU international students, including Nigerians. You only pay the semester administrative fee of ~€329/semester (~€658/year). This includes benefits such as public transport discounts and student services access.
What work options are available after graduating from TU Berlin?
Nigerian graduates of TU Berlin can apply for Germany's 18-month Job-Seeker Visa, allowing you to search for employment in Germany after graduation. Berlin's booming tech sector, with companies like SAP, Siemens, and numerous startups, actively recruits TU Berlin graduates.
Tips for Applying to TU Berlin
TU Berlin (QS #147) is one of Germany's leading technical universities, offering over 70 English-taught programmes across Engineering, Computer Science, Urban Planning, and Economics — making it the most internationally accessible technical university in the country for Nigerian students. With zero tuition fees and Berlin's dynamic economy, TU Berlin represents outstanding value for Nigerian engineers and scientists. The 18-month job-seeker visa and DAAD scholarships make the entire study journey financially manageable.
Official source: Technische Universität Berlin ↗Plan Your Germany Student Visa
Check visa requirements, documents and costs for Nigerian passport holders applying to Germany.
Cost of Living in Berlin
Student halls available but demand is high. Apply early through Studentenwerk Berlin.
Semester ticket covers Berlin public transport zones A and B.