MSc Aerospace Engineering
Engineer flight and space systems at one of Germany's top technical universities — tuition-free — in the heart of Europe's aerospace industry. Rigorous, research-led, and English-friendly, with an 18-month post-study permit to launch your career in the EU.
- ✓ Study at a top German technical university — tuition-free for internationals (QS 2026)
- ✓ Research-led aerospace engineering at the heart of Europe's aviation & space sector
- ✓ Qualify for Germany's 18-month post-study permit and EU-wide careers
The program covers aerodynamics, flight mechanics, propulsion, lightweight structures and space systems, with strong lab and project work. TU Berlin's ties to industry and research institutes (DLR and beyond) give you real exposure to cutting-edge aerospace engineering.
Graduates work across aviation, space, automotive and energy across Germany and the EU. Tuition-free study plus an 18-month post-study permit make it exceptional value for a world-class engineering degree.
Same field, different universities
| University | Country | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TU Berlin ★ This programme | 🇩🇪 Germany | Master's | 2 years | €0 (fee/sem) |
| Imperial (Mech Eng) QS #2 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 1 year | £40,400 |
| RWTH Aachen QS #99 | 🇩🇪 Germany | Bachelor's | 3 years | €0 (fee/sem) |
| UPM Madrid QS #422 | 🇪🇸 Spain | Master's | 2 years | €6,500 |
What you'll need
| Academic | Bachelor's in aerospace, mechanical or related engineering | |
| Prerequisites | Strong maths, mechanics & thermodynamics modules | |
| English | IELTS 6.5 for English-taught tracks | |
| German / APS | German for German-taught tracks; APS certificate for some countries | |
German admission checks your exact module content. Your counsellor maps your transcript to TU Berlin's requirements and handles the APS certificate where needed.
Core areas
Career outcomes
€48k+
Typical German graduate engineer salary
18-month permit
Post-study job-seeking in Germany
Employers
Airbus, DLR, Rolls-Royce, MTU, ESA partners
EU Blue Card
Fast track to long-term EU residence
Application timeline
Tuition fees & costs
| Tuition (international) | Public university | €0 |
| Semester fee | Incl. semester transport ticket | ≈€314/sem |
| Blocked account (Sperrkonto) | Living funds for visa | €11,904/yr |
| Student visa fee | National Visa (Type D) | ≈€75 |
Funding you may be eligible for
Alternative funding options
Available to students at German universities; some non-EU nationals with residence permits may apply. Repayment begins after graduation.
Work 140 full or 280 half days per year without a separate permit. University research-assistant (HiWi) roles pay €12–15/hour and build engineering experience.
Monthly budget in Berlin
Berlin is creative, international and more affordable than Munich, with excellent transport (your semester ticket is included) and a huge student community. Sharing a WG (flat-share) keeps rent down.
Visa financial proof: blocked account (Sperrkonto) of €11,904/year (≈€992/month), from which you withdraw a fixed monthly amount.
German student visa requirements
| Visa type | National Visa (Type D) for study | |
| Admission letter | Official admission from TU Berlin | |
| Financial proof | Blocked account €11,904/year (≈€992/month) | |
| Health insurance | German statutory or recognised private insurance | |
| Processing | 6–12 weeks at nearest German embassy | |
| Post-graduation | 18-month job-seeking residence permit (§ 20 AufenthG) | |
Hear from our students
"A tuition-free master's in aerospace at a top German uni felt too good to be true — but it's real. The labs and industry links are outstanding, and my counsellor handled the APS certificate and blocked account so I never got stuck."
"Berlin is affordable and full of engineers. I did a working-student role at an aerospace supplier during my studies, and the 18-month permit is helping me convert it into a full-time job."
Frequently asked questions
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