About the university
The University of Münster was founded in 1780 and has about 42,500 students, 15 faculties and over 280 degree programmes. It is a public university, so most programmes charge no tuition fee, only a semester fee of €369.50 that includes a Germany-wide transport ticket.
Its research includes the Mathematics Münster cluster and the Institute for Geoinformatics. English-taught master's include Economics, Business Administration, Business Development, Geoinformatics and Spatial Data Science, Business Chemistry and Physics.
For Indian students, the draws are a strong QS ranking for a tuition-free university and English-taught master's in business, economics and geodata. Entry is competitive: the business master's ask for C1 English (IELTS 7.0), and Economics asks non-EU applicants for a GRE score.
Housing in Münster is scarce. The university has no dormitories of its own, so students rent from the Studierendenwerk Münster, private halls or shared flats, and should start looking several months ahead.
- Founded
- 1780
- Type
- Public research university in North Rhine-Westphalia
- Students
- About 42,500 (university presentation, March 2025)
- International students
- 3,440 from 122 countries (same presentation)
- Faculties and programmes
- 15 faculties; over 280 degree programmes
- Staff
- 610 professors; 7,700 full-time employees (2023)
- Tuition
- No tuition fee for most programmes; semester fee €369.50 (winter 2026/27)
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
=370 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €739
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October (apply by 15 July) or April (apply by 15 January)
- English
- C1: IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95 with section minimums (pre-2026 scale) or telc C1; non-EU bachelor's holders also need GRE (155 Quant, 145 Verbal)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €739
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October (winter semester); apply by 15 July
- English
- C1: IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95 (pre-2026 scale), TOEIC 945 or Cambridge C1 Advanced
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €739
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October (winter semester); apply by 15 July
- English
- C1: IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95 (pre-2026 scale), TOEIC 945 or Cambridge C1 Advanced
- Postgraduate
MSc Geoinformatics and Spatial Data Science
- Fee / year
- €739
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October or April; non-EU applicants apply by 31 May (winter) or 30 November (summer)
- English
- B2: e.g. IELTS Academic 6.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €739
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (winter semester); apply by 15 July
- English
- B2: IELTS Academic 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 80 with 20 per section (pre-2026 scale); fully in English only on the Industry or Start-Up pathway
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €739
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (apply by 15 September) or April (apply by 15 March)
- English
- B2, e.g. Cambridge B2 First
- Postgraduate
MSc Geospatial Technologies (joint degree with Lisbon and Castellón)
- Fee / year
- €3,400
- Duration
- 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- October; scholarship applicants apply by February, self-funded applicants by August
- English
- English at B1 or above with an official certificate
- Postgraduate
MSc Data Science (part-time, for working professionals)
- Fee / year
- €8,476
- Duration
- 2 years part-time (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October (winter semester); apply by email by 15 September
- English
- B2: e.g. IELTS Academic 5.5; at least one year of relevant work experience also needed
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Economics | 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) | €739 | ≈ ₹78,334 |
| MSc Business Administration | 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) | €739 | ≈ ₹78,334 |
| MSc Business Development | 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) | €739 | ≈ ₹78,334 |
| MSc Geoinformatics and Spatial Data Science | 2 years (4 semesters, 120 ECTS) | €739 | ≈ ₹78,334 |
| MSc Business Chemistry | 2 years (4 semesters) | €739 | ≈ ₹78,334 |
| MSc Physics | 2 years (4 semesters) | €739 | ≈ ₹78,334 |
| MSc Geospatial Technologies (joint degree with Lisbon and Castellón) | 1.5 years (3 semesters, 90 ECTS) | €3,400 | ≈ ₹3.6 lakh |
| MSc Data Science (part-time, for working professionals) | 2 years part-time (4 semesters) | €8,476 | ≈ ₹9 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 University of Münster 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
- The English-taught programmes listed here are master's; check each bachelor's programme page for its language of teaching and the German level required.
- Indian applicants need an APS certificate for the student visa.
Postgraduate
- A relevant bachelor's degree; Business Chemistry asks for at least 90 ECTS in chemistry and a grade of 3.3 or better (German scale), Physics a minimum grade of 'C'.
- Economics needs at least 40 ECTS in economics and 10 in maths, statistics or econometrics, plus a GRE score for non-EU bachelor's holders.
- Deadlines vary: 15 July for the business and economics master's (October start), 31 May for non-EU applicants to Geoinformatics.
- Business Chemistry states that applicants from India must submit an APS certificate.
Documents
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcript
- Proof of English (IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC or Cambridge as the programme lists)
- GRE score report (MSc Economics, non-EU degrees)
- CV and motivation letter where required
- 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 | 7.0 for Economics, Business Administration and Business Development; 6.5 for Geoinformatics; 6.0 for Business Chemistry |
| TOEFL iBT | 95 for the business and economics master's; 80 for Business Chemistry (pre-2026 scale) |
| TOEIC | 945 for Business Administration and Business Development |
| Cambridge | C1 Advanced (business master's) or B2 First (Physics) |
| German | Not required for the English-taught master's listed here |
Accommodation and living costs
The University of Münster is not a campus university and has no dormitories of its own. Students rent from the Studierendenwerk Münster, private halls or shared flats. Housing is scarce, especially at the start of semester, so start looking several months before you arrive.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Studierendenwerk single apartment (Horstmarer Landweg)DAAD accommodation finder | €288–392per month | ≈ ₹30,528 – ₹41,552 |
| Single room in a six-person flat (same hall) | €359per month | ≈ ₹38,054 |
| Deposit | €300–400one-off | ≈ ₹31,800 – ₹42,400 |
Campus and location
The University of Münster's buildings are spread across the city rather than on a single campus, with 15 faculties.
- Mathematics Münster cluster in mathematics research.
- Institute for Geoinformatics (ifgi), which runs the geoinformatics master's.
- Five guest houses with about 100 apartments for international researchers.
- Semester fee includes the Germany-wide semester ticket and university sports.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Münster's business, economics and geodata graduates go into consulting, finance, analytics and research roles. 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 Münster charge tuition fees?
Not for most programmes. You pay a semester fee of €369.50 (winter 2026/27), which includes a Germany-wide transport ticket. Geospatial Technologies (€1,700 a semester) and the part-time Data Science master's charge tuition.
What IELTS score do I need for business master's at Münster?
IELTS Academic 7.0 (C1) for Economics, Business Administration and Business Development. Geoinformatics asks for 6.5 and Business Chemistry for 6.0.
Do I need the GRE?
For MSc Economics, yes, if your bachelor's is from outside the EU: at least 155 Quantitative and 145 Verbal.
When are the deadlines?
15 July for the October start of the business and economics master's; 31 May for non-EU applicants to Geoinformatics. Economics also has an April intake (apply by 15 January).
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 Münster: semester fee (opens in a new tab)
- University of Münster: presentation (March 2025) (opens in a new tab)
- University of Münster: housing in Münster (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: Economics (Münster) (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: Business Administration (Münster) (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: Business Development (Münster) (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: Geoinformatics and Spatial Data Science (Münster) (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: Business Chemistry (Münster) (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: Geospatial Technologies (Münster) (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD International Programmes: Data Science (Münster) (opens in a new tab)
- DAAD accommodation finder: Wohnanlage Horstmarer Landweg (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-muenster.de (opens in a new tab)
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