M.Sc. German 4 Semesters

Architektur (MArch)

Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe Detmold, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.Sc.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2032

uni-assist

Not Required

Language

German

Campus

Detmold

Intakes per Year

IELTS

IELTS 6.5/6.0/5.5 accepted as English B2; IELTS 7.0/7.5/8.0 as English C1; minimum 6.5 exp...

German Requirement

C1 (conditional)

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Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe

Fachhochschulen / HAW · Nordrhein-Westfalen

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

semester fee:: 0 EUR tuition; Semesterbeitrag approx. 300-330 EUR

Non-EU / International

tuition:: 0 EUR tuition; Semesterbeitrag approx. 300-330 EUR

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Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Detmold, Germany offers an M.Sc. in Architektur (MArch), with a standard duration of 4 semesters (approximately 2 years). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

English — Important for international programme

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

English B2 certificates (not older than 2 years): IELTS (6.5, 6.0, 5.5); TOEFL iBT 72-94 / PBT 543-626 / ITP Level 1 543-626; Cambridge PET with Distinction, FCE Grade B/C, BEC Vantage, ILEC, ICFE; TOEIC L&R 785-944 + Speaking 160-179 + Writing 150-179 (all three tests); telc B2; UNIcert II; GCSE 1st Language avg B2 / IGCSE 2nd Language avg B2. English C1: IELTS (8.0, 7.5, 7.0); TOEFL iBT 95-120 / PBT 627-677; FCE Grade A, CAE Grade B/C, BEC Higher; TOEIC L&R 945-990 + S 180-200 + W 180-200 (all three); telc C1; UNIcert III; IGCSE 1st Lang C1 / 2nd Lang C1. Exempt: secondary school certificate from Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand or Scotland, or a university degree from those countries.

German Language

C1 (conditional)

Verified from the university's official page

Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor or Diploma in accredited architecture programme required

Entrance Tests & Assessments

Aptitude interview may be required

Required Documents

Portfolio required
Motivation letter required

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Detmold

Subject Groups

Civil Engineering & Architecture

Study Fields

Architektur

Study Forms

Präsenzstudiengang Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe welcomes international applicants for its M.Sc. in Architektur (MArch) in Detmold. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years).

This programme is taught in German. You will need to prove German proficiency, typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4. Some universities accept Goethe-Zertifikat C1.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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