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Landshut University of Applied Sciences

Dingolfing, Bavaria · University of Applied Sciences · Est. 1978

DE Rank #171 State-recognised German higher-education institution Admissions open
Type
University of Applied Sciences
Founded
1978
Students
5,080
International

Overview

Landshut University of Applied Sciences, located in Dingolfing, Bavaria, is a university of applied sciences that focuses on providing practical education. With around 5,080 students, it offers a range of programs with an emphasis on internships and hands-on experience. The university is known for its specialized fields such as Electrical & Electronic Engineering and Chemical Engineering. Students at Landshut University benefit from no tuition fees, only requiring payment of a semester contribution. This approach aims to facilitate accessibility to higher education. As a university of applied sciences, Landshut emphasizes applied research and practical skills that prepare students for the workforce in their chosen fields.

Programs at Landshut University of Applied Sciences

2 programs across 2 study levels.

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

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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Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements for Landshut University of Applied Sciences?

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 Landshut University of Applied Sciences?

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

How is Landshut University of Applied Sciences ranked?

Germany national rank #171.

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...

Sources

Last updated 21 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.