About Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden
Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden (HTW Dresden) is a state university of applied sciences (Fachhochschule / HAW) established in 1992, located in Dresden, the capital of Saxony. It enrols approximately 4,800 students across eight faculties and offers more than 40 bachelor's, master's, and Diplom programmes spanning engineering, economics, design, informatics, geoinformation, agriculture, environment, and chemistry.
The university is system-accredited and holds a certified family-friendly university status. Teaching is characterised by small study groups, close professor–student relationships, and strong industry connections through mandatory internships and company-based thesis projects. HTW Dresden participates in Erasmus+ and maintains around 150 partner universities worldwide.
Two English-taught master's programmes are available: International Management and Environmental Engineering. All other programmes are delivered in German. International applicants apply through the uni-assist portal; those from India, China, and Vietnam must additionally hold an APS certificate.
Key facts
- Founded
- 1992
- Students
- 4,800
- International
- more than 400 international students and employees
- Faculties
- 8
Established 1992; approximately 4,800 students across 8 faculties
40+ bachelor's, master's, and Diplom programmes in engineering, economics, design, informatics, geoinformation, agriculture, and environment
Two English-taught master's programmes: International Management and Environmental Engineering
No tuition fees; semester contribution ~€350 includes a Saxony-wide public transport pass
Applications via uni-assist; APS certificate mandatory for applicants from India, China, and Vietnam
~150 international partner universities; participates in Erasmus+ and HAWtech university alliance
Admissions & costs
Tuition & fees
No tuition fees are charged. The semester contribution is approximately €350 per semester, which includes a regional public transport pass (Deutschlandticket valid across Saxony). Estimated monthly living costs in Dresden are €920–€1,050 (rent €300–€400, general living costs ~€450, health insurance €120–€150).
Admission requirements
International applicants with non-German qualifications must apply via the uni-assist e.V. portal. Eligibility is determined by the anabin database recognition of the applicant's home institution and school-leaving certificate. Applicants whose qualifications are not directly recognised may need to complete a Studienkolleg preparatory year (FSP). German-taught programmes require a recognised German language certificate demonstrating very good language skills (B2 or higher); the Studienkolleg language course entry level is B1. English-taught master's programmes require documented English proficiency. Applicants from India, China (including Hong Kong and Macau), and Vietnam must submit an APS (Akademische Prüfstelle) certificate confirming academic credential verification before their application can be processed.
Application deadlines
Winter semester (October start): 15 June for numerus clausus (NC/restricted) bachelor's and master's programmes; the uni-assist portal remains open until at least 15 July for unrestricted programmes. Summer semester (April start): 30 November of the preceding year for eligible entry into higher semesters and master's programmes.
Languages of instruction
The majority of programmes are taught in German. Two master's programmes are offered entirely in English: International Management and Environmental Engineering. Some programmes use a mixed-language format. German-taught programmes require a recognised German language certificate (typically B2/C1 level); English-taught programmes require equivalent English proficiency documentation.
Campuses & locations
Friedrich-List-Platz 1, 01069 Dresden — single central campus in the city of Dresden
Living in Sachsen
Dresden is the capital of the federal state of Saxony in eastern Germany, situated on the Elbe River approximately 200 km south of Berlin. Known for its Baroque architecture, world-class museums (Zwinger, Semperoper), and a growing technology and semiconductor sector (dubbed 'Silicon Saxony'), Dresden offers a high quality of life at relatively low cost compared to western German cities. Public transport is well developed and the semester ticket covers regional travel across Saxony.
Student life & support
Student housing and social services are provided by the Studentenwerk Dresden, which operates university dormitories across the city. The semester contribution includes a public transport ticket valid region-wide. HTW Dresden's International Office supports incoming students with orientation, administrative guidance, and integration activities. The university is a certified family-friendly institution. German language courses and integration support are available for international students. Sports and recreational facilities are provided through the Hochschulsport Dresden network.
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Accredited Programmes
19
Bachelor/Bakkalaureus
20
Master
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