About the university
Hof University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Hof) is a public university of applied sciences in Upper Franconia, in the north-east of Bavaria, founded in 1994. It has about 3,800 students and more than 40 practice-oriented bachelor's and master's programmes in business, computer science, engineering and design.
Its Graduate School runs English-taught, fee-paying master's for graduates with work experience: MBAs in General Management and in Digitalization and Innovation, an MBA and Engineering in Operational Excellence, and an MEng in Software Engineering for Industrial Applications.
Indian students choose Hof for the low cost of living, a small campus, and a Housing Office that places international students in residences. Several English-taught programmes still ask for basic German (A1 or A2), which helps with internships.
Hof is a small town close to the borders with Saxony and the Czech Republic. Rents are low by German standards: Hof estimates total living costs of about €820–€1,020 a month.
- Founded
- 1994
- Type
- Public university of applied sciences in Bavaria
- Students
- About 3,800 (Hof University website)
- Campuses
- 5 locations, including Hof and Münchberg
- Tuition
- None for regular bachelor's and master's; Graduate School programmes cost €3,300 per semester
- Semester fee
- About €145 per semester
- Intakes
- October and April (Graduate School); varies for bachelor's
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
MEng Software Engineering for Industrial Applications
- Fee / year
- €6,600
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (apply 15 April–31 May); April (apply 5–30 November)
- English
- Taught in English. TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 6.5 or PTE Academic 60. Needs a 180 ECTS software engineering or similar degree, one year of work experience, and German A2 by the internship.
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €6,600
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (apply 15 April–31 May); April (apply 5–30 November)
- English
- Taught in English. TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 6.5 or PTE Academic 60. Needs a 180 ECTS bachelor's and one year of work experience.
- Postgraduate
MBA Digitalization and Innovation
- Fee / year
- €6,600
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (apply 15 April–31 May); April (apply 5–30 November)
- English
- Taught in English. TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 6.5 or PTE Academic 60. Needs a 180 ECTS bachelor's, one year of work experience, German A1 when applying and B1 by the internship.
- Postgraduate
MBA and Eng. Operational Excellence
- Fee / year
- €6,600
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (apply 15 April–31 May); April (apply 5–30 November)
- English
- Taught in English. TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS Academic 6.5 or PTE Academic 60. Needs a 180 ECTS engineering degree, one year of work experience, German A1 when applying and B1 by the internship.
- Undergraduate
BSc Computer Science (International)
- Fee / year
- €290
- Duration
- 4 years (8 semesters), including an internship semester
- Intakes
- April (summer) only; non-EU applicants apply 5–30 November
- English
- First two semesters in English, then mainly German. TOEFL iBT 90 or IELTS 6.5, plus German A2 from an official test.
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEng Software Engineering for Industrial Applications | 2 years (4 semesters) | €6,600 | ≈ ₹7 lakh |
| MBA General Management | 2 years (4 semesters) | €6,600 | ≈ ₹7 lakh |
| MBA Digitalization and Innovation | 2 years (4 semesters) | €6,600 | ≈ ₹7 lakh |
| MBA and Eng. Operational Excellence | 2 years (4 semesters) | €6,600 | ≈ ₹7 lakh |
| BSc Computer Science (International) | 4 years (8 semesters), including an internship semester | €290 | ≈ ₹30,740 |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Hof University of Applied Sciences with similar universities in Germany.
Scholarships
- All students, all nationalities
Deutschlandstipendium at Hof University
Value: €300 a month for at least one year
Eligibility: Based on talent and performance. The 2026/27 round ran 15 April to 30 June 2026; you can apply before enrolling.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Enrolled full-time students
Scholarships for senior students
Value: Varies each semester with available funding
Eligibility: At least 90 ECTS (bachelor's) or 30 ECTS (master's) completed at Hof. Deadlines around the end of April and end of October.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Your school certificate is checked by uni-assist first, which issues a VPD; then apply through Hof's PRIMUSS portal.
- Indian applicants must have an APS certificate; Hof cannot admit you without it.
- Hof does not run a Studienkolleg. If your Class 12 certificate does not qualify you, you need further study first.
- English-taught programmes need IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90 and usually basic German.
Postgraduate
- Graduate School master's need a 180 ECTS bachelor's, so a three-year Indian degree can qualify, plus at least one year of work experience.
- Most non-EU master's applicants go through uni-assist; some can apply directly on PRIMUSS.
- Applying through PRIMUSS is free; uni-assist charges a handling fee.
- APS certificate required for applicants with Indian qualifications.
Documents
- Passport copy
- APS certificate
- VPD from uni-assist, where required
- School-leaving and degree certificates (simple copies are enough for PRIMUSS)
- IELTS, TOEFL or PTE score
- German certificate (A1 or A2) where the programme asks for it
- CV, and a motivation letter for some programmes
- Proof of work experience (Graduate School)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 |
| TOEFL iBT | 90 |
| PTE Academic | 60 (Graduate School programmes) |
| Medium of instruction | Not accepted: Hof says a medium-of-instruction certificate is not sufficient |
| German | A1 needed for most English-taught programmes (not Software Engineering, which needs A2 by the internship) |
Accommodation and living costs
Hof University's Housing Office places international students in residences for up to two semesters, first come, first served, and the waiting list is often long. Apply through the Moodle guide linked in your admission letter, and cancel at once if your plans change, or you may owe rent until the end of the semester.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Am Saalepark (Hof centre)Including utilities; €470 deposit | €347–376per month | ≈ ₹36,782 – ₹39,856 |
| Residence Am Eichelberg (Hof campus)Including utilities; €570 deposit | €408per month | ≈ ₹43,248 |
| Haus Waldstein (Münchberg)Including utilities; €290 deposit | €315per month | ≈ ₹33,390 |
| Single room in a private shared flatExcluding energy and usually internet | €380–450per month | ≈ ₹40,280 – ₹47,700 |
| Total living costs (Hof estimate)Rent, health insurance (about €120), food, phone and personal costs | €820–1,020per month | ≈ ₹86,920 – ₹1.1 lakh |
Campus and location
The main campus is in Hof, with a second site in Münchberg and further locations in the region, five in total.
- Student residences on the Hof campus (Am Eichelberg) and in the town centre.
- More than 40 bachelor's and master's programmes in business, computer science, engineering and design.
- The Graduate School runs the English-taught MBAs and MEng.
- No application fee when you apply through PRIMUSS.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Hof's programmes include internship phases, and the Graduate School asks for German so that students can take internships with regional companies. German skills matter a lot for jobs in this part of Bavaria. Hof does not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we checked.
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FAQs
Is Hof University free for Indian students?
The regular bachelor's and master's charge no tuition, only a semester fee of about €145. The English-taught Graduate School master's cost €3,300 per semester.
Do I need German for the English-taught programmes?
Usually some. Most ask for A1 when you apply and B1 by the internship. Software Engineering asks for A2 by the internship.
Can I use my medium-of-instruction letter instead of IELTS?
No. Hof says a medium-of-instruction certificate is not enough. You need IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90 or (for the Graduate School) PTE 60.
Is accommodation easy to find?
Rents are low, from about €315 a month in residences, but places are first come, first served. Apply through the Housing Office as soon as you are admitted.
When are the deadlines?
For Graduate School programmes, 15 April–31 May for October and 5–30 November for April. Check your programme page for others.
Sources
- Hof University: home page (opens in a new tab)
- Hof University: Graduate School (opens in a new tab)
- Hof University: Graduate School fee structure (opens in a new tab)
- Hof University: how to finance your studies (opens in a new tab)
- Hof University: application and admission (opens in a new tab)
- Hof University: housing (opens in a new tab)
- Hof University: MEng Software Engineering for Industrial Applications (opens in a new tab)
- Hof University: BSc Computer Science (International) (opens in a new tab)
- Wikipedia: Hof University (founding year) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.hof-university.com (opens in a new tab)
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