M.Sc. Mechanics
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About the programme
Darmstadt University of Technology (TU Darmstadt), located in the city of Darmstadt, Germany, is renowned for its innovative research and education in the field of engineering and natural sciences, particularly in mechanics. The university's Department of Mechanical Engineering is at the forefront of advancing knowledge in areas such as fluid dynamics, materials science, and thermodynamics. Through a combination of rigorous coursework and hands-on research opportunities, students at TU Darmstadt are equipped with the skills necessary to tackle complex engineering challenges. The faculty's commitment to excellence in teaching and research fosters an environment where theoretical concepts in mechanics are seamlessly integrated with practical applications. This approach has solidified TU Darmstadt's reputation as a leading institution for studying mechanics and has contributed significantly to advancements in technology and industry.
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What you need to apply for Mechanics at Darmstadt University of Technology (TU Darmstadt)
English language
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Prerequisites
Requirements for admission to the Master’s degree programme are comprised of a Technical University of Darmstadt Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Mechanics or a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering in either Mathematics, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Computational Engineering or Environmental Engineering, or an equivalent degree. Admission to the Master’s Degree programme may also depend on additional requirements. Specific degree entrance requirements may be found here and in the competences' description.
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Programme-specific documents
To apply, you will need the following documents:
school-leaving certificate in the original language, and a certified translation
list of grades and subjects in the original language, and a certified translation
university entrance examination/certificate (if required in your country) in the original language, and a certified translation
copy of your passport ID page
as well as
Completion of theB.Sc. Engineering and Mechanics (reference course) or B.Sc. Mathematics, B.Sc. Civil Engineering and Geodesy, B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering – Sustainable Engineering, B.Sc. Physics, B.Sc. Computational Engineering, B.Sc. Environmental Engineering from TU Darmstadt (seeBachelor's degree programs ) or an equivalent qualification.
proof of your language skills
In addition, if you have attended university:
Degree certificate / Preliminary confirmation of completion in the original language, and a certified translation
Transcript of records for each semester in the original language, as well as a certified translation of the transcript
If you would like to apply for a Master's programme and are in the last semester of your Bachelor's degree, you can apply to us and submit the following documents:
Certificate regarding prospective graduation from the university at which you will complete the bachelor's programme in the original language, as well as a certified translation
Transcript of records for each semester in the original language, as well as certified translation of the transcript
Notarisation of the documents to be submitted is not required!
Please read the checklist provided with your online application in TUCaN carefully. In some cases you may be required to submit further documentation as specified by the department.
After you have submitted your online application in TUCaN, you will find in your application under the section “Application documents to be submitted” which documents have to be submitted and whether you have to submit a printed application form by mail.
a) If you do not have to apply form with documents, your application becomes directly binding by sending it (online).
b) If you must submit an application form with documents by post, this is now generated. In this case, your application will only become binding when the printed application has been received by the Technische Universität Darmstadt within the application deadline. It is not sufficient here to submit the application online.
c) Special applications for admission-restricted courses of study must also be printed out and submitted by mail within the application deadline.
Further Information on the Application Documents:
Translations:
All documents may be submitted in English or German.
Documents in any other language must be translated. Translations must be certified by the German embassy or consulate. Alternatively, the documents must be translated by a certified (vereidigte) translator in Germany.
How to find a certified (vereidigte) translator in Germany:
At www.justiz-dolmetscher.de. Alternatively, you can ask at a nearby court.
Language Requirements for the degree programme “Mechanics Master of Science” and “Mathematics Master of Science”
For the degree programme “Mechanics Master of Science”, the following requirements in English apply for enrolment:
IELTS 5,5
PTE Academic 59
Cambridge University – First Certificate in English (FCE)
TOEFL itp 543
TOEFL Paper 525
TOEFL CBT 197
TOEFL iBT (includes Special Home Edition) 72
TOEIC Listening 400/Reading 385/Speaking 160/Writing 150
Oxford On-Line Placement Test (OOPT) 60
Michigan English Test (MET) 53
Exam for the Certificate of Competence in English (ECCE)
Telc English B2-C1 University “B2 certificate”
UNIcert II
Confirmation from the university at which you completed your degree programme that English was the programme's language of instruction
This programme applies directly to the university. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Estimated year-1 total cost
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Acceptance rate
7%
7 accepted out of 94 total applications
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