About the university
The University of Wuppertal was founded in 1972 and has about 21,500 students in 9 faculties, with 113 degree programmes. It is a public university, so it charges no tuition fee, only a semester contribution of €337 that includes the Deutschlandticket.
Only a handful of Wuppertal's 113 degrees are taught in English: the master's in Computer Simulation in Science, Applied Economics, Smart Materials and Systems and the GlobalMBA, plus the bachelor's in Sustainable Chemistry. International students on these programmes get free German courses at the university's language institute.
For Indian students, the most relevant options are Computer Simulation in Science (for physics, maths and engineering graduates) and Smart Materials and Systems (for electrical engineering graduates). Both accept IELTS 6.0, and CSiS accepts six-semester (180 ECTS) bachelor's degrees.
DAAD's entry for Computer Simulation in Science estimates living costs in Wuppertal at about €600–€1,250 a month, with hall rooms from about €200.
- Founded
- 1972
- Type
- Public university in North Rhine-Westphalia
- Students
- About 21,500 (university flyer, 2024)
- Faculties and programmes
- 9 faculties (schools); 113 degree programmes
- Staff
- 269 professors; about 4,000 employees
- Partners
- 67 international partnerships and 226 Erasmus partners
- Tuition
- No tuition fee; semester contribution €337
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
1001–1200 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
MSc Computer Simulation in Science (CSiS)
- Fee / year
- €674
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (winter semester); apply via uni-assist 15 November–31 March
- English
- B2: IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79 (pre-2026 scale), PTE Academic 67 or TOEFL Essentials 8
- Postgraduate
MSc Smart Materials and Systems
- Fee / year
- €674
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (apply 15 May–30 June) or April (apply 15 November–31 December)
- English
- IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE 67, Cambridge CAE, UNIcert II or telc B2; or a bachelor's taught in English
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €674
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- October (apply via uni-assist mid-May–15 July) or April (mid-November–15 January)
- English
- English at C1 (TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge); not needed if your bachelor's was taught entirely in English
- Postgraduate
GlobalMBA: International Management and Intercultural Communication
- Fee / year
- €674
- Duration
- 15 months (3 semesters, 90 ECTS); joint master's with Warsaw plus an MBA from the University of North Florida
- Intakes
- October (winter semester); foreign bachelor's holders apply 15 May–15 June
- English
- English at B2, e.g. Cambridge B2 First
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €674
- Duration
- 3 years (6 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (winter semester); applicants with a non-German school certificate apply via uni-assist 15 May–15 July
- English
- B2: IELTS Academic 5.5, PTE Academic 59, TOEFL iBT 72 (pre-2026 scale) or Cambridge B2 First
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Computer Simulation in Science (CSiS) | 2 years (4 semesters) | €674 | ≈ ₹71,444 |
| MSc Smart Materials and Systems | 2 years (4 semesters) | €674 | ≈ ₹71,444 |
| MSc Applied Economics | 2 years | €674 | ≈ ₹71,444 |
| GlobalMBA: International Management and Intercultural Communication | 15 months (3 semesters, 90 ECTS); joint master's with Warsaw plus an MBA from the University of North Florida | €674 | ≈ ₹71,444 |
| BSc Sustainable Chemistry | 3 years (6 semesters) | €674 | ≈ ₹71,444 |
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 University of Wuppertal with similar universities in Germany.
Scholarships
- Master's and doctoral students
DAAD scholarships
Value: Monthly stipend; amount depends on the programme
Eligibility: Competitive awards; check the DAAD database for awards open to Indian applicants.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- BSc Sustainable Chemistry needs only a university entrance qualification recognised in Germany, with no GPA requirement; uni-assist checks whether your Class 12 qualifies.
- Applicants with foreign certificates apply through uni-assist.
- Check other bachelor's programme pages for their language of teaching and the German level required.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree of at least six semesters (180 ECTS) is accepted for Computer Simulation in Science, so a three-year degree can qualify; the GlobalMBA asks for 210 credits (or 180 plus 30).
- CSiS also needs programming knowledge (8 ECTS), a programming self-assessment and possibly a digital entrance exam.
- Applied Economics needs at least 100 ECTS in business and economics and a top-65% ranking or a grade of 2.5 or better.
- Apply through uni-assist if your degree is from outside Germany.
- Indian applicants need an APS certificate for the student visa.
Documents
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcript (or Class 12 certificate for the bachelor's)
- Proof of English
- CSiS scientific check sheet (programming self-assessment)
- Proof of an advising session (GlobalMBA)
- APS certificate
- Valid passport
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 | 6.0 for CSiS and Smart Materials and Systems; 5.5 for BSc Sustainable Chemistry |
| PTE Academic | 67 for CSiS and Smart Materials; 59 for Sustainable Chemistry |
| TOEFL iBT | 79 for the master's; 72 for the bachelor's (pre-2026 scale) |
| Applied Economics | C1 level; waived if your bachelor's was taught entirely in English |
| German | Not required for English-taught degrees; free German courses are offered |
Accommodation and living costs
DAAD's course entry for Computer Simulation in Science gives typical Wuppertal rents for halls of residence, shared flats and private apartments.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Hall of residence roomEstimate in DAAD course entry | €200–420per month | ≈ ₹21,200 – ₹44,520 |
| Shared-flat roomEstimate in DAAD course entry | €300–500per month | ≈ ₹31,800 – ₹53,000 |
| Total living costsEstimate in DAAD course entry | €600–1,250per month | ≈ ₹63,600 – ₹1.3 lakh |
Campus and location
The University of Wuppertal has 9 faculties (schools), including electrical engineering, economics and the natural sciences that run its English-taught degrees.
- Free German courses at the Language Learning Institute (SLI) for students on English-taught programmes.
- 67 international partnerships and 226 Erasmus partners in 53 countries.
- The semester contribution includes the Deutschlandticket.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Wuppertal's simulation, engineering and economics graduates look for jobs across Germany. The figures below are general German rules, not a promise of a job.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Job-search permit after graduating | Up to 18 months | Make it in Germany |
| Work allowed while studying | 140 full days or 280 half days a year (student assistant jobs at the university don't count) | Make it in Germany |
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FAQs
Does the University of Wuppertal charge tuition fees?
No. You pay a semester contribution of €337, which includes the Deutschlandticket. The GlobalMBA adds a one-time €1,350 fee to the University of North Florida.
Which programmes are taught in English?
MSc Computer Simulation in Science, MSc Applied Economics, MSc Smart Materials and Systems, the GlobalMBA and BSc Sustainable Chemistry.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 for Computer Simulation in Science and Smart Materials and Systems, and 5.5 for BSc Sustainable Chemistry. Applied Economics asks for C1.
When do I apply?
For CSiS, 15 November to 31 March for October. Smart Materials and Systems takes applications 15 May–30 June (October) and 15 November–31 December (April).
Can I work while I study?
Yes, within German student work rules. See our Germany guide for the current limits and the job-search permit after graduation.
Sources
- University of Wuppertal: degree programmes taught in English (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wuppertal: MSc Applied Economics (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wuppertal: MSc Smart Materials and Systems (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wuppertal: early development (history) (opens in a new tab)
- University of Wuppertal: university flyer 2024 (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: Computer Simulation in Science (Wuppertal) (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: GlobalMBA (Wuppertal) (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: Sustainable Chemistry (Wuppertal) (opens in a new tab)
- German Missions in India: student visa documents (APS certificate) (opens in a new tab)
- Make it in Germany: working while studying (opens in a new tab)
- QS World University Rankings 2027 (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.uni-wuppertal.de (opens in a new tab)
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