FH Aachen University of Applied Sciences

With more than 15,000 students, FH Aachen is one of Germany's largest universities of applied sciences. It focuses strongly on classic MINT fields (mathematics, information technology, natural sciences, and technology), as well as business studies, architecture, and design. The university is particularly known for its excellence in engineering disciplines, ranking first among German universities of applied sciences in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and Informatics.

For a Bachelor's programme, you need a recognised university entrance qualification, such as the German Abitur or Fachhochschulreife. Depending on your certificate, a six-month or full-year pre-study practical part may also be required. Additionally, you must provide proof of the required language skills (usually German).

The deadlines vary based on your nationality and the programme. For the Nuclear Applications M.Sc., the online application portal for non-EU applicants is open from early May to mid-June, while EU applicants can apply until the end of September for the winter semester. For general programmes, the application process for applicants with foreign university entrance qualifications is managed through uni-assist, with a deadline of 15 July for the winter semester.

The Deutschlandstipendium is a scholarship programme that supports high-performing and committed students. Scholarship holders receive 300 euros per month for 12 months, starting in the winter semester. In addition to financial support, the programme includes a non-material component with company visits, workshops, and networking events that help students connect with potential employers.

Besides the Deutschlandstipendium, FH Aachen students can apply for scholarships from the 13 state-funded organisations for the promotion of gifted students and the advancement scholarship (Aufstiegsstipendium). For study abroad, programmes like Erasmus+ and the Bayer Foundation Scholarships also offer funding opportunities for students.

For student rooms in residence halls, monthly rents are approximately 250 to 350 euros in Aachen and 225 to 300 euros in Jülich. An additional 75 euros per month should be budgeted for utilities such as heating and electricity. For basic accommodation outside residence halls, costs can range from 300 to 400 euros per month.

Your entry visa is usually valid for 90 days. You should apply for a residence permit 8-12 weeks before your visa expires. However, before you can apply for a residence permit, you must first register your address at the local Residents' Registration Office within 14 days of moving into your accommodation. After completing this registration, you can then apply for your student residence permit at the Foreigners' Registration Office.

The Information for International Students page on the FH Aachen website provides details on working during your studies, including regulations on the number of hours and types of employment permitted for international students. For specific and up-to-date information on work regulations, it is best to consult the official university page.