Rankings
How every major ranking places TU Dresden. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 6 | $840 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 5 | $840 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 5 | $840 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 5 | $22,526 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 5 | $840 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 3 | $11,407 | See → |
| Business & management | 2 | $840 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 2 | $840 | See → |
| Social sciences | 2 | $840 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 1 | $840 | See → |
Costs and entry
3 courses mention scholarships. 10 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at TU Dresden
The job market for TU Dresden's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Germany.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at TU Dresden cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $840 a year; half of TU Dresden's master's courses with a published fee cost between $840 and $2,085. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: medicine & clinical health courses are typically $22,526, life sciences & biotechnology $840.
How is TU Dresden ranked?
TU Dresden is ranked #218 by QS (2026), #174 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #201–300 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Materials Science (#33) and Chemistry (#93).
What IELTS score does TU Dresden need for a master's course?
Many master's courses (4 of the 9 that list it) ask for IELTS 6 overall.
How many master's courses does TU Dresden offer?
36 master's courses across 10 fields; the largest are life sciences & biotechnology (6), engineering & technology (5) and environment, sustainability & agriculture (5).
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Updated 24 September 2026. Courses and fees from TU Dresden's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.