- Language requirement
- IELTS 6.5 · TOEFL 88–95 · no German required
- Tuition fees
- None at public universities · contribution €150–400/semester
- Duration
- 2 years · 120 ECTS · M.Sc. / M.A. / M.Eng.
- Grade threshold
- German grade 2.5 or better (~2.8+ on a 4-point scale)
- Blocked account 2026
- €11,904 / year (€992 paid out monthly)
- Deadlines
- Summer: 15 January 2027 · Winter: March–July 2027
- Graduates of a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Turkey, or final-year students
- A Bachelor's field that matches the target programme (we do the credit comparison)
- IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 88+ or a medium-of-instruction letter in English
- GPA of 2.5 or better converted to the German system
- Degree certificate/transcript ready for the APS certificate application
Why now?
German public universities have started accepting applications for English-taught Master's programmes for 2027. Summer-semester programmes (April 2027) accept applications until 15 January 2027; winter-semester programmes (October 2027) accept them between March and July 2027 through portals that open in December–January. English-taught programmes close earlier than German-taught ones and places are limited; the APS certificate, mandatory for applicants from Turkey, takes 4–8 weeks, so your file needs to be prepared this autumn.
Most popular fields
Computer Science · Data Science · AI
TUM, RWTH, TU Berlin, Saarland
Mechanical · Automotive · Robotics
RWTH, KIT, TU Darmstadt, Stuttgart
Electrical · Electronics · Communications
Stuttgart INFOTECH, TU Darmstadt, Bremen
Energy · Environment · Sustainability
Freiburg, Stuttgart WASTE, Oldenburg
Business · Economics · Finance
TUM, Mannheim, Bonn, Frankfurt School
Life Sciences · Biotechnology
Heidelberg, TUM, LMU, Tübingen
Some of the universities our students have applied to
- TU München
- RWTH Aachen
- TU Berlin
- KIT Karlsruhe
- TU Darmstadt
- Uni Stuttgart
- LMU München
- Uni Heidelberg
- Uni Freiburg
- Uni Bonn
- Uni Mannheim
- TU Dresden
- TH Köln
- Hochschule München
- HTW Berlin
Applying with DBT in 6 steps
- 01
Free initial consultation (45 min)
A target range based on your degree, transcript, language level and budget; your grade is converted to the German system and subject fit is checked.
- 02
Programme list + written plan
6–10 programmes, each with a table of requirements, dates, documents and costs.
- 03
APS, language test, documents
APS application, translation/apostille, IELTS/TOEFL schedule; letter of motivation and CV.
- 04
Submitting the applications
uni-assist, TUMonline, RWTHonline and university portals; application tracking.
- 05
Admission and visa
Comparing offers, blocked account, insurance, consulate appointment, accommodation.
- 06
Settling in
Address registration, residence permit, bank, university enrolment, first-semester follow-up.
Application file
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcript (sworn translation, apostille if required)
- APS certificate
- IELTS / TOEFL / Cambridge certificate or medium-of-instruction letter
- Programme-specific letter of motivation and academic CV
- 1–2 letters of recommendation
- Course descriptions
- Copy of passport; GRE/GMAT or portfolio depending on the programme
- VPD for uni-assist universities
This list is general; universities and programmes may ask for additional documents. We manage the translation and certification sequence on your behalf.
2027 timeline
- Sep–Oct 2026
- Initial consultation, programme list, APS application, IELTS/TOEFL date
- Nov–Dec 2026
- Letter of motivation, CV, references; summer-semester applications
- 15 January 2027
- Summer-semester deadline; winter-semester portals open
- Mar–Jul 2027
- Winter semester: RWTH 1 March, TUM 31 May, uni-assist 15 July
- May–Aug 2027
- Admissions, blocked account, insurance, visa appointment, accommodation
- October 2027
- Enrolment, address registration, residence permit, first semester
FAQ
01Can I apply without speaking German?
Yes. English-taught Master's programmes do not require German for admission; lectures, exams and the thesis are in English. For everyday life and work we recommend German at A2–B1.
02Are there tuition fees?
Master's degrees at public universities are tuition-free; the semester contribution is €150–400. Exceptions are Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester) and TUM's fees for non-EU students.
03I'm in my final year – can I apply?
Yes. You apply with your current transcript; the degree certificate is required at enrolment. The APS application can also be made in your final year.
04Which English test do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 / 7.0 for some programmes) or TOEFL iBT 88–95; Cambridge C1 is accepted. Some universities grant an exemption if your Bachelor's was taught in English.
05When do applications close?
For the summer semester (April 2027): 15 January 2027. For the winter semester (October 2027) portals open in December–January: RWTH 1 March, TUM 31 May, uni-assist 15 July.
06Is the consultancy service paid?
The initial consultation is free. The scope and fee of the application management service are given to you in writing at the consultation; we take no commission from universities or language schools.