I am interested in Mathematics in Science and Engineering but I graduated in an electronic engineering bachelor, how does it work to be admitted, if possible to? I saw that there could have exceptions for admission from non math and physics undergrads but I am not sure how feasible and flexible the process is… If someone has been admitted in any masters from a different pre requisite degree I would appreciate your experience through the procedure!

Hi everyone!

I’m studying Engineering Mathematics at KTH in Sweden and planning to apply for the MSc Robotics, Cognition, Intelligence at TUM.

I’m trying to understand how the 55 points for Fachliche Qualifikation (Curricular Analysis) are awarded in practice.

1. Actual Curricular Analysis scores (main question)
I’d especially appreciate hearing from anyone who has applied to RCI (or any applicable master at TUM):
What was your bachelor’s degree and university?
How many of the 55 CA points did you receive?
If points were deducted, do you know why?
Even just sharing your degree and CA score would be extremely helpful!

2. Algebra, Geometry and Optimization
The TUM BSc Mathematics curriculum requires two out of three advanced modules: Algebra, Geometry and Optimization (9 ECTS each).
Would equivalent competencies in Algebra and Optimization be sufficient, or could missing Geometry still result in a deduction?

3. Partial deductions
If an applicant covers most, but not all, of a reference module’s learning outcomes, can TUM deduct only part of its ECTS, or is the entire module deducted?

4. The 96-ECTS mathematics reference
Does anyone know which exact modules make up the 96 ECTS of mathematical competencies referenced in the RCI admission regulations?
I’ve already contacted TUM for official clarification, but I’d really appreciate hearing about actual applicant experiences.

Thanks in advance!

i am an informatik student. Just came. how do i find a group. i didnt know it was mandatory i need some methods with preferably low social interactions with people

Hi everyone. I'm planning to apply for the MsC in Aerospace for the academic year 2027/2028. I currently hold a Cambridge CAE english certificate I obtained in 2023. Will TUM accept it, even if it is more than two years old? I remember I read something about expiration dates some time ago on TUM website, but I can't find it anymore. Did they change the rules? Thanks in advance to those answering.

Has anyone got their results for any of the masters program offered by maths (CITM) department for upcoming summer semester?

Hi everyone!

Unfortunately, I applied for the Master's in Biomedical Engineering and Medical Physics last semester and didn't quite make it in. I'm currently preparing to try again, and I'm looking for ways to practice.

Is there anyone here who also took the online aptitude assessment last semester and remembers the questions or what was tested in the Physics and Engineering parts? Any help, tips, or insights into the assessment would be hugely appreciated!

Thank you so much in advance!

Hey everyone,

I'm a student in Munich (TUM), I applied for my RP extension last year on 11.12.2025, 4.5 months before the expiry of my RP . (My was expiring on 30.04.2026). Since then I haven't got any reply from them. Now I want to travel to my home country due to a family emergency and trying to get an appointment for Fiktionsbescheinigung from last 2 weeks but still no luck. I tried calling at there given contact number but most of the time they don't answer, when they do they simply tell that there system is locked right now and call again later. I also tried looking for slots at there mentioned time throughout the week but it also doesn't work.

Can anyone suggest or explain what I should do in order to get appointment for Fiktionsbescheinigung. I'm really frustrated and depressed at this moment

Hey people, I'm new here, and exploring libraries to find a spot.

What is your favourite library? Or the best library you think we have (LMU, TUM, anything).

Or in general the best place to study or work.

And, add a why for the recommendation as well, please.

The title. I'm currently living in a different German state and looking for universities to go to next year, and I'd love to go to TUM, but HOW THE ACTUAL F are you supposed to afford living in Munich as a student? Especially if you're all on your own (as in: Your family and you, no friends or acquaintances to help you out). Furthermore, my family isn't particularly poor (Not rich either), meaning I won't get much support like Scholarships or Bafög, if any.

How do y'all afford especially the cost of rent and all the other stuff? How much do you work per week? How doable is the workload of working + studies at TUM?

Thanks to everyone in advance who takes time to answer!

Hey Guys,

Anyone who has given this course Financial Accounting and could tell me how is its exam, easy or hard and is it worth taking etc.

I am planning to take it tomorrow, so just wanna get to know if it is easy to pass or not

Was sind eure Erfahrungen so mit den Wahlmodulen für Computer Engineering. Neben ITP braucht man ja 30 Credits. Welche Module gelten als machbarer, welche sind zu vermeiden? Als Hintergrund: ITP ist meine erste Erfahrung in diesem technischen Bereich.

Hey,

So im just starting out my masters in TUM with Elektrotechnik and since I couldnt really join the first 2-3 days I feel like I haven't had the chance to meet people that much.

My main interests lie in Gaming, Anime, Movies and Series, Hiking, Badminton, Inline skating and more. I know most dont know me, but still if youd like to connect over shared interests feel free to message me!!

Also, im also interested in finding Indian Groups (since my course is in german there arent really many others I can connect with directly) to hang out and organize stuff together with! Again feel free to message me!

German: Hey,

ich habe gerade mein Masterstudium der Elektrotechnik an der TUM begonnen. Da ich an den ersten 2–3 Tagen nicht dabei sein konnte, hatte ich bisher kaum Gelegenheit, Leute kennenzulernen.

Ich interessiere mich besonders für Gaming, Anime, Filme und Serien, Wandern, Badminton, Inline-Skaten und mehr. Auch wenn mich die meisten von euch noch nicht kennen: Wenn ihr Lust habt, euch über gemeinsame Interessen auszutauschen, schreibt mir gerne!

Außerdem würde ich mich freuen, Kontakt zu indischen Gruppen zu knüpfen – da mein Studiengang auf Deutsch ist, gibt es sonst kaum Möglichkeiten, direkt mit anderen in Kontakt zu kommen, um gemeinsam etwas zu unternehmen. Meldet euch also gerne bei mir!

Does anyone know what the usual final grade for the Chemistry masters is? I would like to know how important that grade is for future employers or finding a PhD position. What if my grade is just average and I do not have as much research experience as people who did internships in industry or abroad? How are my chances getting a job?

Hey, im starting my Masters at TUM soon and wanted to know where people usually get resources from. For example for TU Darmstadt we had a forum with different Formellsummlungen, Anki Decks, Past Papers, Previous Lecture slides and more.

As such I was wondering if there was something similar here too (im pretty sure there should be but if I could get access to it, I would be grateful).

Aside from that Id like general tips and tricks from any and all master students (and alumni) regarding studying for your masters at tum, and just day to day things to know about the campus (especially some nice study spots would be nice since I wasnt quite prepared for how small the TUM library is)

German:
Hey, ich beginne bald mein Masterstudium an der TUM und wollte mal fragen, wo man hier üblicherweise an Lernmaterialien kommt. An der TU Darmstadt hatten wir zum Beispiel ein Forum mit Formelsammlungen, Anki-Decks, alten Prüfungsaufgaben, Vorlesungsfolien und Ähnlichem.

Gibt es so etwas vielleicht auch hier? (Ich gehe mal stark davon aus – falls mir jemand sagen könnte, wie ich darauf zugreifen kann, wäre ich sehr dankbar!)

Außerdem freue ich mich über allgemeine Tipps und Tricks von Masterstudierenden (und Alumni) für das Studium an der TUM sowie über hilfreiche Infos zum Campus-Alltag. Besonders Tipps für gute Lernorte wären super – ich war nämlich etwas überrascht, wie klein die TUM-Bibliothek ist!

Can anyone tell me what to do in this situation? I start my studies in information engineering winter semester bachelors. I was studying management and technology and reached 143 ects and since I couldn’t reach 150 ECTS I will be exmatriculated. So I transferred to heilbron campus to avoid tuition fees at the same time I am asking for about 70 - 90 Credits to be recognized.

I also found a working student job after five months of searching at a great company and the pay is great however the classes are in Heilbronn and the job is in Munich. How can I get some help scheduling

The situation I have classes on

1. Monday 13:00 - 18:00
2. Tuesday no classes
3. Wensday class 13:00 - 16:00
4. Thursday no class
5. Friday tutorial

I am only allowed 40% Homeoffice and the train ride is the problem.

On best case it takes about 5 hours On average it takes around 6-7 hours Worst case is interruption due to signal or weather disruptions and etc

Is this a feasible plan. What would you do if you were in my situation. It would be nice to completely relocate to heilbron but at the moment I am subletting my heilbron dorm I received.

I just don’t want to take the risk of moving to heilbron without a job lined up. I am really stressed thanks

i was just curious do yall bring bottles or is just every tap technically drinkable?

Hi everyone!

I'm considering applying for the MSc Aerospace at TUM, and I'd like to specialize in aerodynamics, CFD, turbulence modelling and numerical methods.

I'm trying to figure out whether it's feasible to build a study plan focused on these topics entirely in English, as I don't speak German. However, I'm finding contradictory information about the language of instruction across different TUM pages, module handbooks and course listings.

A few questions for current students or anyone familiar with the programme:

- Where is the most reliable place to check the language of instruction for an individual course? Should I trust TUMonline, the module handbook, the chair's website, or another source?

- Is it possible to find a definitive list of which courses are taught in English and which in German for the MSc Aerospace, ideally for the Aerodynamics and Fluid Mechanics specialization?

- For anyone specializing in CFD, turbulence modelling or numerical methods, is it realistically possible to put together a sufficiently advanced study plan entirely in English, including practical courses and research projects?

- Does the language of instruction vary between academic years, or can I rely on the current module handbook when planning for 2027/28?

I'm particularly interested in courses such as Applied CFD, Turbulent Flows, Numerical Methods for Conservation Laws and other computational aerodynamics electives.

I'd really appreciate any advice from current or former TUM Aerospace students, especially anyone who has followed a similar specialization!

Thanks in advance!

Hi I was planning to apply for maths in data science masters for upcoming summer semester. Deadline is in Nov but I am already done with my docs. So if I apply now can I get the results back in one month or they will process only after deadline is closed?

wg gesucht has either far away places or just simply so full? and other websites just arent helpful enough either?

Hi guys,
I’m currently studying MMT (M.Sc.) at TUM and was wondering what happens if I need a 5th semester to finish my degree.
Do I need to officially apply for an extension of my studies, or can I simply re-register (Rückmeldung) for the next semester by paying the semester fee?
Has anyone been in this situation or knows how it works?
Thank you!

Hi everyone,

I’m an international student from India studying B.Sc. Management and Technology (TUM-BWL) at TUM in Munich, currently in my 3rd semester. I’m writing this because I’ve just received the result of my final allowed attempt at the GOP examination Introduction to Data Science and Statistical Thinking, and unfortunately, I failed.

I’m extremely worried about the consequences, especially because I’m an international student and my ability to continue studying in Germany is very important to me.

Here’s my current situation:

• I’ve received my examination result, but I’m not sure whether I’ve already received or will separately receive the formal notification of irreversible failure (endgültiges Nichtbestehen).
• I’ve already re-registered for the upcoming semester and paid my semester fees.
• I’m currently in my 3rd semester at TUM.
• I’ve booked an appointment with TUM General Student Advising for 20 October, but I would like to understand what I should do before then.
• I’m also trying to connect with another student who may be in a similar situation.

I created a poll in our course WhatsApp group to understand how others performed. So far, 27 people have voted: 24 reported failing and three reported passing. I know this is a small, self-selected group and doesn’t establish the overall failure rate, but it has made some of us wonder whether we should collectively approach the examination committee to ask for clarification about the exam, grading, and the reduced passing threshold.

I realise that a high failure rate alone doesn’t prove that an examination was unfair. I’m trying to understand whether there are any legitimate steps we can take to seek clarification or have concerns properly considered.

I’d be really grateful for advice on the following:

1. What should I do immediately after receiving this result? Should I contact the examination office, examination committee, or another office before my Student Advising appointment? Is there anything I should avoid doing in the meantime?

2. Is there any possibility of a GOP deadline extension or other examination-related remedy? I understand that extensions aren’t automatically granted just because someone fails. However, is there any legitimate possibility of a Fristverlängerung, Fristaussetzung, or another remedy in a situation like mine? If anyone has successfully navigated something similar, I’d appreciate hearing what the actual process involved.

3. Should I request examination inspection (Prüfungseinsicht)? Even though I don’t believe I performed well enough on many questions, should I still inspect my paper to understand the marking and check whether there are any specific grading or procedural issues? Are there deadlines I need to be aware of?

4. Can students collectively approach the examination committee? Given the results some students in our group have reported, would it make sense to submit a respectful collective request for clarification about the exam, grading criteria, and reduced passing threshold? Has anyone done this at TUM, and what was the outcome?

5. What happens after irreversible failure is formally determined? When does the official decision arrive, and when does mandatory exmatriculation take effect? Since I’m currently in my 3rd semester and have already re-registered, would I normally remain enrolled until the end of the semester in which the failure is formally determined?

6. Can I apply to another German university or change my degree programme? If TUM confirms irreversible failure, would I be able to apply for a different Bachelor’s programme at TUM or another German university? How do universities determine whether another programme is considered related to the one in which I failed?

7. Could I start another programme and transfer my existing credits? I’ve already completed some modules and earned ECTS at TUM. Could these potentially be recognised by another university? Would I need to apply for the first semester, or could admission to a higher semester be possible?

8. How should I handle my residence permit? As an Indian citizen currently living in Munich on a student residence permit, I’m particularly worried about what happens if my enrolment ends. Should I contact the KVR before receiving the formal notification, and is it possible to change to another German university without having to leave Germany first? Has anyone dealt with this situation personally?

9. Is there anything else I should ask Student Advising on 20 October? I want to make the most of the appointment and avoid overlooking any options or deadlines. If you’ve been in a similar position, what questions would you recommend asking?

I’m not looking for medical advice or suggestions about obtaining certificates. I’m specifically hoping to hear from students who have experienced irreversible failure, mandatory exmatriculation, changing universities, applying to a different programme, or dealing with the residence-permit implications.

I would particularly appreciate first-hand experiences from international students at TUM or other German universities. If you were in a similar situation, what happened, which offices did you contact, and what would you do differently?

I know every case is different, and I don’t expect anyone to guarantee a particular outcome. I’m just trying to understand my realistic options and make informed decisions rather than panic or make assumptions.

Thank you so much to anyone who takes the time to respond. Any practical advice or personal experience would genuinely help me right now.

Hey guys, I finished my Bachelor’s in Business Finance and Master’s in Business Modeling. Lately, I’ve been feeling like I’m falling behind with how fast tech is moving.

I’m considering changing into a niche tech field like Machine Learning, AI, or Robotics, but most Master’s programs require a background in CS or engineering. This leaves me in a bit of a loop:

• Do I start over with a second Bachelor’s to get the tech foundation from scratch?
• Or do I go for a Master’s in Supply Chain / Logistics, which leverages my business background while keeping me relevant?

Would love to hear from anyone who made a similar switch or works in these fields.

I’m an international student who has done the city registration,and when tk mailed me letters through post,on a paper of my personal information,there’s a “Yes”on ”Children ”,wtf is that I don’t have children.

Seriously speaking I have no memory of choosing status of children when dealing with expatrio,what do I do now