About the university
Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (THI) is a public technical university of applied sciences in Bavaria. It has six faculties and campuses in Ingolstadt and Neuburg an der Donau, and runs research centres such as CARISSMA for vehicle safety and the AImotion institute for AI and mobility.
THI is known for automotive, mobility, AI and engineering programmes with a practical focus. It offers six English-taught bachelor's and sixteen English-taught master's, from Artificial Intelligence and International Automotive Engineering to Global Business.
Indian students look at THI for English-taught master's in AI, automotive and autonomous systems at a moderate cost: since summer 2026 non-EU students pay €1,200 per semester for a master's. Many master's last only three semesters and take students in both winter and summer.
Ingolstadt is a mid-sized city on the Danube in Bavaria, between Munich and Nuremberg. The main campus is in the city centre, a short walk from the old town and the river parks.
- Type
- Public technical university of applied sciences in Bavaria
- Faculties
- Six: Electrical Engineering and IT, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Sustainable Infrastructure, THI Business School, Engineering and Management
- Campuses
- Ingolstadt (main campus on the Esplanade, city centre) and Neuburg an der Donau
- English-taught programmes
- 6 bachelor's and 16 master's
- Tuition for non-EU students
- €1,200 per semester (master's) or €800 per semester (bachelor's) for students starting from summer 2026
- Intakes
- Winter (October) for bachelor's; many master's also start in the summer semester (March)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €2,400
- Duration
- 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October; March
- English
- English at B2 level (CEFR); see the faculty statutes for accepted proof
- Postgraduate
AI Engineering of Autonomous Systems, MEng
- Fee / year
- €2,400
- Duration
- 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October; March
- English
- IELTS, Cambridge, TOEFL or similar certificate (no minimum listed); not needed if your bachelor's was taught in English
- Postgraduate
International Automotive Engineering, MEng
- Fee / year
- €2,400
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October; March
- English
- English at B2 level; not needed if your school or bachelor's was taught in English
- Postgraduate
Sociotechnical Cybersecurity, MSc
- Fee / year
- €2,400
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- March
- English
- English at B2 level (CEFR)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €2,400
- Duration
- 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- English at B2 level; not needed if your school or bachelor's was taught in English
- Postgraduate
Engineering and Management, MSc
- Fee / year
- €2,400
- Duration
- 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- English at B2 level or higher
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €2,400
- Duration
- 4 semesters (90 ECTS, as listed by THI)
- Intakes
- October; March
- English
- English at B2 level; an English-taught bachelor's is accepted with proof
- Undergraduate
Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, BSc
- Fee / year
- €1,600
- Duration
- 3.5 years (7 semesters, 210 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- English at B2 level recommended (THI's page gives conflicting guidance on formal proof)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence, MSc | 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS) | €2,400 | ≈ ₹2.5 lakh |
| AI Engineering of Autonomous Systems, MEng | 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS) | €2,400 | ≈ ₹2.5 lakh |
| International Automotive Engineering, MEng | 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) | €2,400 | ≈ ₹2.5 lakh |
| Sociotechnical Cybersecurity, MSc | 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) | €2,400 | ≈ ₹2.5 lakh |
| Renewable Energy Systems, MSc | 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS) | €2,400 | ≈ ₹2.5 lakh |
| Engineering and Management, MSc | 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS) | €2,400 | ≈ ₹2.5 lakh |
| Global Business, MA | 4 semesters (90 ECTS, as listed by THI) | €2,400 | ≈ ₹2.5 lakh |
| Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, BSc | 3.5 years (7 semesters, 210 ECTS) | €1,600 | ≈ ₹1.7 lakh |
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 Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt with similar universities in Germany.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Bachelor's programmes start in October only. Apply between spring and 15 July (THI lists 1 or 15 April to 15 July 2027 for winter 2027/28).
- With an Indian Class 12 certificate, uni-assist checks your eligibility and converts your grades, which takes four to six weeks.
- Selection looks at your overall grade and your marks in mathematics, sciences and computer science; a good SAT score helps for Computer Science and AI. Autonomous Vehicle Engineering invites applicants with 70 points or more to a short online interview.
- Indian applicants need an APS certificate.
Postgraduate
- A related bachelor's degree. Many THI master's are built on 210 ECTS; with a 180-ECTS Indian degree you may need to prove the missing 30 ECTS (for example through internships or work experience). International Automotive Engineering and Sociotechnical Cybersecurity accept 180 ECTS.
- Applicants with a foreign degree go through a selection process: a curriculum analysis, your grade and sometimes an online interview. AI Engineering of Autonomous Systems needs an overall grade of at least 2.0 on the German scale.
- Indian applicants with engineering, commerce/economics or business bachelor's degrees must pass the Digital Master Test (dMAT, €150) for the APS certificate.
- Apply through THI's PRIMUSS portal with a uni-assist VPD. Summer 2027: 15 October 2026 to 15 January 2027. Winter 2027/28: from April to 15 July 2027.
Documents
- Valid passport
- APS certificate (and dMAT result where required)
- uni-assist VPD for your foreign degree
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (provisional documents accepted at application)
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English certificate at B2, or proof that your degree was taught in English
- CV, job references or internship proof where the programme asks for them
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 |
|---|---|
| Level needed | B2 (CEFR) for THI's English-taught master's and bachelor's. |
| Accepted proof | IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge or similar certificates; THI's programme pages do not list minimum scores, so check the faculty's proof-of-language document. |
| English-medium waiver | Several programmes waive the test if your school or bachelor's was taught in English. |
| German | Not needed for admission; some master's ask for A1 German by the end of the first semester. |
Accommodation and living costs
Start looking for a room as soon as you are admitted; the Studentenwerk fee you pay each semester goes to the regional student services, which also run student housing. THI recommends budgeting at least €700–€900 a month for accommodation, health insurance, food, books and tuition.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition, master's (non-EU)Plus the Studentenwerk fee | €1,200per semester | ≈ ₹1.3 lakh |
| Tuition, bachelor's (non-EU)Plus the Studentenwerk fee | €800per semester | ≈ ₹84,800 |
| Living costs recommended by THIAccommodation, health insurance, food, books and tuition | €700–900per month | ≈ ₹74,200 – ₹95,400 |
Campus and location
THI's main campus is on the Esplanade in the centre of Ingolstadt, a short walk from the old town, the Danube and the city parks. It opened in 1999 and was expanded with new lecture, lab and office buildings in 2014.
- CARISSMA research and test centre for vehicle safety, with an open-air test area east of the city.
- International Office, Language Centre and Doctoral School at Paradeplatz.
- Neuburg an der Donau campus, reopened in 2021, home to the Faculty of Sustainable Infrastructure.
- The brigk digital start-up centre is in the restored Kavalier Dalwigk next to campus.
Careers and graduate outcomes
THI's programmes are practical and closely tied to the automotive and mobility industry in the Ingolstadt region. Autonomous Vehicle Engineering, for example, includes an internship in the fifth semester. The figures below are general 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, or up to 20 hours a week | Make it in Germany |
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FAQs
How much does THI cost for Indian students?
From summer 2026, non-EU students pay €1,200 per semester for a master's or €800 per semester for a bachelor's, plus the Studentenwerk fee. THI suggests budgeting €700–€900 a month to live.
What is the dMAT and do I need it?
Indian applicants with engineering, commerce/economics or business bachelor's degrees must pass the Digital Master Test (€150) to get the APS certificate for a master's.
Can I start in March?
Yes, for several master's, such as Artificial Intelligence, AI Engineering of Autonomous Systems, International Automotive Engineering and Global Business. The summer 2027 application window is 15 October 2026 to 15 January 2027.
Is a three-year Indian bachelor's enough?
Some THI master's accept 180 ECTS; others expect 210 ECTS and let you make up the gap with internships, work experience or extra exams. Check the programme page.
Sources
- THI: international degree students (English-taught programmes) (opens in a new tab)
- THI: tuition fees for international students (opens in a new tab)
- THI: Artificial Intelligence, MSc (opens in a new tab)
- THI: International Automotive Engineering, MEng (opens in a new tab)
- THI: Engineering and Management, MSc (opens in a new tab)
- THI: Autonomous Vehicle Engineering, BEng (opens in a new tab)
- THI: faculties and university overview (opens in a new tab)
- THI: campus grounds in Ingolstadt and Neuburg (opens in a new tab)
- Make it in Germany: visa for studying (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.thi.de (opens in a new tab)
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