Program Overview

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Aerospace

The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Aerospace is a full-time program that allows students to create their own individual study course plan. The program is structured to provide students with a strong process-led, verifiable, and interdisciplinary way of working, which is particularly essential in aerospace.

Key Data

• Type of Study: Full Time
• Standard Duration of Studies: 4 semesters (full-time)
• Credits: 120 ECTS
• Main Locations: Garching
• Application Period:
  • Winter semester: 01.04. – 31.05.
  • Summer semester: 01.09. – 30.11.
• Admission Category: Aptitude Assessment for Master
• Start of Degree Program: Possible for both winter and summer semester
• Costs:
  • Student Fees: 85.00 €
  • Tuition fees for international students
• Required Language Proficiency: German or English

Program Profile

The Master’s Degree Program in Aerospace will enable graduates to develop a strong process-led, verifiable, both international and interdisciplinary way of working which is particularly essential in aerospace. The graduates will gain competence in the field of flying total systems which they can apply, dependent on their individually chosen direction, to the field of transport systems, endo- and exo-atmospheric flight systems, as well as to the disciplines of aerodynamics, lightweight construction, flight system dynamics, flight power units, control technology, aircraft design or aerospace technology.

Program Structure

The Master’s Program allows you to create your own individual study course plan. The Program is structured as follows:

• Master modules, divided into main subject areas total systems, propulsion systems, fluid dynamics/aerodynamics, structure, dynamics and control technology, as well as course-specific modules and engineering science flexibilization
• Practical courses
• Supplementary subjects
• Research Internship (term project, team project, practical research course)
• Key competences (language courses, soft skills workshops, …)
• Master’s Thesis

Language of Instruction

• Required language skills for admission: You need sufficient German or English language skills if you wish to apply for this program.
• Language of instruction: The language of instruction for this program is German and English. Depending on the focus area you choose, you can study in German, English or both languages.

Fees for the Program

The tuition fees for international students from third countries for this degree program are 6,000 euros per semester. Many international students can have their fees waived or receive scholarships to finance them.

Academic Regulations: Application, Studying and Exams

• General Academic and Examination Regulations
• Academic and Examination Regulations (PDF 538 KB)
• All regulations and legal framework concerning studies

Application and Admission

• Application process: Minimum requirements to apply for a Master’s program at TUM are a recognized undergraduate degree (e.g. a Bachelor’s) and the successful completion of the aptitude assessment procedure.
• Documents required for the online application:
  • Degree Certificate and Diploma or Subject and Grade Transcript of Studies to Date
  • Transcript of Records
  • Proof of German or English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum (e.g. module description)
  • Academic Achievement Overview Form
  • Complete and Current Résumé
  • Passport
  • if applicable: Proof of Internships or Professional Experience (optional)
  • Preliminary Documentation (VPD) if the qualification for graduate studies (e.g. a Bachelor’s) was obtained outside Germany)
• Application deadlines:
  • Application period for winter semester: 01.04. – 31.05.
  • Application period for summer semester: 01.09. – 30.11.

Admission Process

Selection takes place through an aptitude assessment procedure. The aptitude assessment is a two-part procedure after the submission of an official application to a program. In this procedure, the TUM school determines whether you meet the specific requirements for its Master’s degree program.