English-Taught Engineering Master's Programmes in Germany Explained

Yes, you can do an engineering MSc in English in Germany

Germany offers a substantial number of Master's of Science programmes taught fully in English across engineering and technology fields. This is one of the main ways international students study in Germany without first reaching an advanced German level.

English-taught options are most common at the Master's level and in widely-offered fields, while Bachelor's programmes are more often in German. Availability varies by university and discipline, so the first task is to search systematically rather than assume your exact field is offered everywhere.

Engineering fields commonly offered in English

English-taught engineering Master's are widely available in fields such as mechanical engineering, electrical and electronics engineering, computer and software-related engineering, automotive and aerospace, materials science, energy and environmental engineering, and various interdisciplinary technology programmes.

This is not a guarantee that your precise specialisation exists in English at your target university — niche or highly applied tracks may only be in German. Use the official DAAD International Programmes database, which lets you filter by subject, degree and language of instruction, then confirm details on each university's own page.

• Mechanical / production engineering
• Electrical, electronics & communication engineering
• Computer engineering & software systems
• Automotive, aerospace & mechatronics
• Materials science & engineering
• Energy, environmental & process engineering

How to find programmes

Start with the official DAAD 'International Programmes in Germany' database and filter for Master's, your engineering subject, and 'English' as the language. Cross-check each result against the university's own programme page, because admission rules, prerequisites and deadlines live there and are the authoritative version.

The Study in Germany portal (run by DAAD) is a good companion for understanding the wider system, costs and visa basics. Treat aggregator lists elsewhere with caution and always confirm on the official university page.

Language reality: English programme, German life

An English-taught engineering Master's typically requires an English certificate such as IELTS or TOEFL — check each programme's accepted tests and the level it expects. You usually do not need a German certificate to be admitted to a fully English-taught programme.

However, German still matters in practice for daily life, part-time work and many internships, and some programmes recommend or include German modules. Programmes that are taught in German (or partly so) will require TestDaF or DSH instead. Always read the specific language requirement on the official programme page.

Prerequisites and applying via uni-assist

Engineering Master's admission is built on subject prerequisites: your Bachelor's transcript must show the relevant foundations (mathematics and the core subjects of the field). Selective programmes may also weigh grades, a motivation letter, references or relevant experience.

Many German universities process international applications through uni-assist, which checks your foreign qualification and forwards eligible applications; others apply directly. Applicants from certain countries may also need an APS certificate before admission or a visa. Requirements and deadlines change each cycle, so verify the current process on the university page and the official portals. This is general information, not immigration advice — confirm any visa step on the official German government source.

• Match your Bachelor's transcript to the listed subject prerequisites
• Prepare an English test (IELTS/TOEFL) at the level the programme requires
• Check whether you apply via uni-assist or directly to the university
• Confirm whether your country needs an APS certificate
• Note earlier deadlines for non-EU applicants to allow visa processing