About the university
Leibniz University Hannover (LUH) dates from 1831 and is a public research university. LUH says it holds a leading international position in six key research areas. THE ranks it 351–375 in the world for 2027, with Engineering and Computer Science both at 201–250 in the 2026 subject tables.
Most LUH programmes are taught in German. The English-taught master's that suit Indian engineering graduates include the International MSc in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering (WATENV) and a double-degree MSc in Renewable Energy and Electrical Power Engineering with LUT University in Finland. The popular MSc Computer Science is taught mostly in English, but LUH also asks for German at C1 level.
LUH charges no tuition fee, only a semester contribution of about €440. DAAD's entries for LUH estimate living costs of about €965–1,106 a month.
The English-taught programmes ask for C1 English (for example IELTS 7.0), which is higher than many German master's, so plan your test early.
- Founded
- 1831 (THE profile)
- Type
- Public research university, strong in engineering and the natural sciences
- Students
- 17,440 in THE 2027 data (THE's profile also says more than 20,000)
- International students
- 16% (THE 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 35.1 to 1 (THE 2027 data)
- Tuition
- No tuition fee; semester contribution about €440
- Intakes
- October (winter) for the English-taught master's; some German-taught programmes also start in April
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
=470 in the world
THE World University Rankings 2027
351–375 in the world
THE subject rankings: Engineering 2026
201–250 in the world
THE subject rankings: Computer Science 2026
201–250 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
International MSc Water Resources and Environmental Engineering (WATENV)
- Fee / year
- €880
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters); 3 years for the double-degree option with Tsinghua University
- Intakes
- October (winter) only
- English
- C1 English: IELTS Academic 7.0, PTE Academic 76, TOEFL iBT 95 (older format, with section minimums), Cambridge C1 Advanced or UNIcert III
- Postgraduate
Double Degree MSc Renewable Energy and Electrical Power Engineering (with LUT University, Finland)
- Fee / year
- €880
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (winter) only
- English
- C1 English: IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95 (older format) or Cambridge C1 Advanced
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €880
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (winter); April (summer)
- English
- C1 English (IELTS Academic 7.0, PTE Academic 76, UNIcert III or telc C1) AND C1 German (for example TestDaF TDN 4 or DSH-2); 65% of electives are in German
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| International MSc Water Resources and Environmental Engineering (WATENV) | 2 years (4 semesters); 3 years for the double-degree option with Tsinghua University | €880 | ≈ ₹93,280 |
| Double Degree MSc Renewable Energy and Electrical Power Engineering (with LUT University, Finland) | 2 years (4 semesters) | €880 | ≈ ₹93,280 |
| MSc Computer Science | 2 years (4 semesters) | €880 | ≈ ₹93,280 |
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 Leibniz University Hannover with similar universities in Germany.
Scholarships
- Enrolled students, all subjects
Deutschlandstipendium at Leibniz University Hannover
Value: Monthly award; check LUH for the amount
Eligibility: High-achieving students of all nationalities can apply directly to their university.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- LUH bachelor's degrees are taught in German, so you need German at university level.
- An Indian Class 12 certificate on its own does not usually give direct entry; see our Germany guide for the Studienkolleg route.
Postgraduate
- WATENV: a bachelor's in civil engineering, environmental sciences, natural sciences, geosciences or similar, with basic maths and water sciences (hydrology, hydraulics, sanitary engineering). Non-EU applicants apply 1 December to 15 January for the October start.
- Renewable Energy and Electrical Power Engineering: a bachelor's of at least three years in electrical, mechanical or energy engineering with a good or excellent grade. The motivation letter carries a lot of weight. Deadline 15 January.
- Computer Science: a related bachelor's with set credits in maths and computer science; non-EU deadlines are 31 May (winter) and 30 November (summer).
- Non-EU deadlines at LUH are earlier than for EU applicants. Indian applicants should also see our Germany guide for the APS certificate.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Bachelor's certificate and transcript
- English certificate at C1 level (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge or UNIcert)
- German certificate at C1 level, for Computer Science
- Motivation letter (weighted heavily for Renewable Energy and Electrical Power Engineering)
- APS certificate for Indian degree holders (see our Germany guide)
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 | 7.0 for WATENV, Renewable Energy and Electrical Power Engineering, and Computer Science |
| PTE Academic | 76 (WATENV, Computer Science) |
| TOEFL iBT | 95 with section minimums (older format) for WATENV and Renewable Energy |
| Cambridge / UNIcert | Cambridge C1 Advanced; UNIcert III |
| German | Not needed for WATENV or Renewable Energy; C1 German needed for Computer Science |
Accommodation and living costs
DAAD's entries for Leibniz University Hannover estimate living costs of about €965–1,106 a month on average. The DAAD entries link to housing information for international students in Hannover; apply for a room as soon as you have an offer.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Living costs (average estimate)DAAD entry for LUH Computer Science | €965–1,106per month | ≈ ₹1 lakh – ₹1.2 lakh |
| LUH semester contributionApproximate (DAAD entry) | €440per semester | ≈ ₹46,640 |
Campus and location
Leibniz University Hannover is a large public university in Hannover with a strong engineering and science profile.
- THE ranks LUH's Engineering and Computer Science subjects at 201–250 in the world (2026).
- WATENV offers a double-degree option with Tsinghua University in China.
- The Renewable Energy master's is a double degree with LUT University in Finland.
- About 16% of students are international (THE 2027 data).
Careers and graduate outcomes
LUH does not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we opened. Engineering graduates are in demand in Germany, but German skills widen your choices a great deal. For post-study work rules, see our Germany guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
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FAQs
Does Leibniz University Hannover charge tuition?
No. You pay a semester contribution of about €440, according to DAAD's entries for LUH.
Is the MSc Computer Science taught in English?
Mostly, but LUH also asks for C1 German, and about 65% of electives are in German. Plan for German if you want this programme.
Which master's are fully in English?
Among others, Water Resources and Environmental Engineering (WATENV) and the double-degree Renewable Energy and Electrical Power Engineering with LUT University.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS Academic 7.0 for the English-taught master's listed here.
When are the deadlines for Indian applicants?
For WATENV and Renewable Energy, 15 January for the October start. For Computer Science, 31 May (winter) or 30 November (summer).
Sources
- Leibniz University Hannover: home page (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: LUH WATENV (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: LUH Renewable Energy and Electrical Power Engineering (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: LUH MSc Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: LUH MSc Landscape Architecture (opens in a new tab)
- Studieren in Niedersachsen: Optical Technologies (LUH) (opens in a new tab)
- Times Higher Education: Leibniz University Hannover (opens in a new tab)
- Deutschlandstipendium (Federal Ministry) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.uni-hannover.de (opens in a new tab)
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