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Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts

Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia · University of Applied Sciences

DE Rank #144 State-recognised German higher-education institution Admissions open
Type
University of Applied Sciences
Founded
Students
International

Overview

Die Fachhochschule Dortmund ist eine Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften mit Sitz in Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen. Diese Art von Einrichtung konzentriert sich auf praktische Ausbildung und umfasst typischerweise Praktikumssemester, um die Studierenden auf berufliche Karrieren vorzubereiten. Die Universität bietet verschiedene Studiengänge in diversen Bereichen wie Multimedia Design, International Business, Informatik, Informationstechnologie, Gesundheitsverwaltung, Bildende Kunst und Darstellende Kunst an. Die Hochschule erhebt keine Studiengebühren, die Studierenden müssen lediglich einen Semesterbeitrag zahlen. Dies macht sie zu einer attraktiven Option für diejenigen, die in Deutschland studieren möchten, während sie in einer praxisorientierten Lernumgebung arbeiten, die die Anwendung von Fähigkeiten in verschiedenen Disziplinen in der realen Welt betont.

Programs at Dortmund University of Applied Sciences

7 programs across 2 study levels.

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Health Administration

Master's in Medical Informatics

Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts

⏱ 4 semesters 🎓 Full Time 💰 No tuition fees
Master's Degree Performing Arts

Theatre and Digitality

Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts

⏱ 3 semesters 🎓 Full Time 💰 No tuition fees

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Multimedia Design

Serious Games & Digital Knowledge

Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts

⏱ 7 semesters 🎓 Full Time 💰 No tuition fees

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

No tuition fees

Tuition-free

Semester contribution

Semesterbeitrag — often includes a transport ticket

Indicative living cost

Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees — only the semester contribution. Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU students €1,500 per semester, and private universities set their own fees. Figures are indicative; confirm with the university before applying.

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Admission requirements

A secondary-school leaving certificate recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur (checked against the anabin database, usually via uni-assist). Applicants whose qualification is not directly equivalent complete a Studienkolleg year and the Feststellungsprüfung, or sit the TestAS. Master’s applicants need a relevant bachelor’s degree with a good grade average; some subjects are restricted by a Numerus Clausus (NC) or an aptitude assessment (Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren).

Language: German-taught degrees: DSH-2, TestDaF 4x4, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule or Goethe-Zertifikat C2. English-taught degrees: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 88+ (programme-dependent); many international master’s programmes are taught fully in English and require no German at entry.

How to apply

  1. 1Check your qualification for equivalence in the anabin database and confirm the programme’s intake and deadline (usually 15 July for October, 15 January for April).
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: A secondary-school leaving certificate recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur (checked against the anabin database, usually via uni-assist). Applicants whose qualification is not directly equivalent complete a Studienkolleg year and the Feststellungsprüfung, or sit the TestAS. Master’s applicants need a relevant bachelor’s degree with a good grade average; some subjects are restricted by a Numerus Clausus (NC) or an aptitude assessment (Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren).
  3. 3Apply through uni-assist (most international applicants), hochschulstart.de for nationally restricted subjects such as medicine, or directly with the university where it accepts direct applications.
  4. 4Submit certified transcripts and translations, your language certificate (DSH / TestDaF / telc for German-taught, IELTS / TOEFL for English-taught) and — if your country requires it — the APS certificate, then pay the processing fee.
  5. 5On receiving your letter of admission (Zulassungsbescheid), open a blocked account and take out health insurance, then apply for the national student visa (Visa D) at the German mission in your country.

For international students

Non-EU students apply for a German national student visa (Visa D) at the German mission in their country, then convert it into a residence permit for study purposes at the local Ausländerbehörde. Proof of funds is normally a blocked account (Sperrkonto) — currently about €11,904 for one year — plus statutory health insurance. Graduates may stay for up to 18 months on a job-seeking residence permit.

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Scholarships for Dortmund University of Applied Sciences students

National and foundation scholarships open to students at Dortmund University of Applied Sciences. Because public universities in Germany charge no tuition, these mostly fund living costs.

Partial Bachelor's Degree

Deutschlandstipendium

Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)

€300 per month for at least two semesters, independent of income and nationality

All students, including international Rolling
Full Master's Degree

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (EMJM)

European Commission (Erasmus+)

Full tuition, monthly allowance and travel/installation costs for the whole joint degree

International students Rolling
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Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements for Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts?

A secondary-school leaving certificate recognised as equivalent to the German Abitur (checked against the anabin database, usually via uni-assist). Applicants whose qualification is not directly equivalent complete a Studienkolleg year and the Feststellungsprüfung, or sit the Tes...

How much is tuition at Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts?

There are no tuition fees — you pay only the semester contribution. Figures are indicative — confirm with the university.

How is Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts ranked?

Germany national rank #144.

What are the English requirements?

German-taught degrees: DSH-2, TestDaF 4x4, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule or Goethe-Zertifikat C2. English-taught degrees: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 88+ (programme-dependent); many international master’s programmes are taught fu...

Last updated 22 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.