Technical University of Kaiserslautern (TUK)

The Technical University of Kaiserslautern (TUK)

About The University

The Technical University of Kaiserslautern (TUK) was founded as a research university in 1970. On Kaiserslautern’s green campus close to the Palatinate forest, 14,500 students, 2,500 employees, and 210 professors study, work, and teach in 12 departments. The university has established itself as a significant research and teaching centre in Germany in recent decades, providing an ideal learning and working environment for students and scientists alike.

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Overall Ranking 

The university has ranked 673 of 14,160 in the World, 268 of 2,789 in Europe, 49 of 370 in Germany, 2 of 18 In Rhineland-Palatinate , 1 of 2 In Kaiserslautern , 98 of 1,021 For Software Engineering

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Courses offered by the university for International Students

TU Kaiserslautern offers a variety of classes for international students. Which includes specialization in 12 sub-divisions:

1. Masters in Architecture
2. M.Sc.Financial Engineering

Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] Mathematics

Scholarship and Financial Aid

No information about this is given on University’s portal. In case of any update, data will be updated here as well

Internships near the university

Students can choose from a variety of internship programmes available at the college. Those interested in the job should keep an eye out for it and apply as soon as possible. Internships at GMV and Tierärztliche Klinik Birkenfeld can be applied for online.

Jobs near the university

Part-time employment opportunities for international students are not accessible at the university. Students can still locate part-time jobs on the online platform based on their preferences at FC Kaiserslautern GmbH & Co. KGaA, Hotel Central & HA LOG TRANSPORTE GMBH

Housing and Accommodation 

The Town of Kaiserslautern offers you a wide range of accommodation based on how long you expect to stay. Students have on or off-campus living provisions. The most affordable choice is staying in a residence hall. The Student Union of Kaiserslautern is in charge of the lease and maintenance of the rooms.

Cost of living

The cost of living, including facilities, is EUR 230. University guest houses are provided for temporary housing at a cost of 420 EUR per month for a three-month period. Off-campus short-term accommodations are also available.

Category	Expensive City [in Euro]	Average [in Euro]	Small town [in Euro]	Comments
Rent	500	375	200	Depending on the location
Semester Fees	350	200	110	Per semester
Transportation	0	0	0	The cost of transportation is already included in the semester fees.
Public Insurance	110	110	110	Insurance does not depend on cities.
Private Insurance	35	35	35	you can choose either public or private insurance.
Radio Bill	18.36	18.36	18.36	Per month
Mobile	20	15	8	Mobile bill does not depend on cities. Usually it cost 8-20 euro per month
Groceries	220	200	160	Depending on your choice
Miscellaneous	200	150	100	Depending on your choice
Total [with Public Insurance]	1,418	1,068.36	706.36	Per month
Total [with Private Insurance]	1,343	993.63	631.36	Per month

Places to visit near the university

The city of Kaiserslautern, which is encircled by the Palatinate Forest, provides a variety of leisure activities as well. Enjoy the welcoming atmosphere while exploring the area beyond the municipal limits.

1. Pubs and Restaurants in Kaiserslautern to suit everybody’s taste. The popular student pubs are Benderhof, Glockencfe, Hannenfass.
2. Town Hall in the city center- This includes a cafe on the first level, from where you can see the whole city and the countryside view.
3. The Roman Catholic Churc– Saint Mary’s, is another popular tourist attraction in Kaiserslautern.
4. A botanical garden- Located on the outskirts of a park, the city houses with native plants. Also has the largest outdoor swimming pool in Europe.

This makes this city unique as compared to other cities in Germany. The TU Kaiserslautern not only provides exceptional technical education, but also offers a wide range of advanced training, leisure, and cultural activities to all members of the university. Overall, this is the finest place to live in, study in, and grow so that you may take advantage of numerous opportunities.

Visit the following links for more information :

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Application Portal