How to apply?

We are pleased about your interest in studying at the Brandenburg University of Technology.

Applicants with German nationality, a German school leaving examination or transfer students within Germany have to apply directly at BTU.
The documents of every applicant for a full-time study at BTU with international credentials have to be verified by Uni-assist e.V.
Applicants, who want to apply for an exchange programme (ERASMUS, STUDEXA), please apply here.

3 easy steps on how to apply

(For applicants with interest in full-time study with international credentials)

Uni-assist e.V. checks your documents for completeness, genuineness, and if they meet the all requirements. Please see here for more information on Uni-Assist.

Please send your application documents as early as possible to Uni-Assist. Pay attention to the application deadlines! If you can't meet the deadlines please contact us directly.

Complete application form
(Please note that English-language programmes have their own application forms. You can find the forms under downloads.
Documents of higher education entrance qualification
(e.g. Secondary School Leaving Certificate, High school diploma, A-levels, “Abitur”, transcripts for one or two years of university studies, etc.)
For Master applications: certificate and transcripts of your Bachelor’s degree.
Proof of language proficiency
For study programmes conducted in German: “Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang” DSH2 or equivalent Information Sheet "German language proficiency
For study programmes conducted in English: TOEFL, minimum score of 550 points (paper based), 213 points (computer based) or 79 points (internet based); equivalents: IELTS (minimum 6.5 points) or Cambridge Advanced English (minimum B); Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency Test (minimum B).
Two (2) letters of recommendation
(only for English-speaking Master programmes)
Copy of passport

Send your application documents to Uni-Assist:
BTU Cottbus
c/o uni-assist e.V.
Helmholtzstr. 2-9
10587 Berlin
Germany

Information regarding administrative fees can be found here
Information regarding money transfer can be found here

You can find frequently ask questions here: FAQ

International Office
Kathrin Klotz
International Admissions
Main Building
Room 4.36
Phone: +49 (0)355 69 2105
internationaladmission[at]tu-cottbus.de

Nadine Tischer
International Admission, Central Office
Main Building
Room 4.10
Phone: +49 (0)355 69 2338
nadine.tischer[at]tu-cottbus.de

Tuesday
10 - 12 a.m. and 2 - 4 p.m.
and
Thursday
10 - 12 a.m. and 2 - 4 p.m.