Gießen, Germany
Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen - THM
University university
Tuition (non-EU)
€0
IELTS minimum
6
Institution
University university
City
Gießen, Germany
Fields
engineering, computer-science, economics, health, natural-sciences
Why this works
- Zero tuition for non-EU students makes THM exceptionally affordable compared to private German universities charging €10,000–20,000 per year.
- As a public Fachhochschule in Hessen, THM offers applied, practice-oriented engineering and computer-science programmes with direct industry links.
- An IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is accessible for CIS students who have completed upper-secondary English preparation.
- Germany's 18-month post-study job-seeker visa lets graduates stay and convert to an EU Blue Card or work permit after finishing their degree.
- Gießen is a mid-size university city with moderate living costs compared to Frankfurt, while sitting inside Hessen's strong Mittelstand and tech economy.
- An EU-recognised German degree opens freedom of movement and employment across all 27 EU and Schengen states.
What to check
- Most bachelor programmes at German Fachhochschulen are taught in German; CIS students without B2–C1 German face a significant language barrier.
- Non-EU school leavers typically must complete a Studienkolleg or hold a recognised university entrance qualification before admission — adding 1–2 semesters.
- Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked Sperrkonto of approximately €11,904 (2024-25 rate) before a student visa is issued — a real cash-flow hurdle.
- Gießen is a smaller city; students seeking large-company internships or diverse employment during studies may need to commute to Frankfurt or Marburg.
- Admission to popular engineering and computer-science programmes is competitive, and application deadlines must be tracked independently through uni-assist or the institution portal.
Accommodation
Studierendenwerk Gießen: 3,475 places for THM students (Gießen/Friedberg/Wetzlar campuses). Single rooms 8–11m² from €226/mo; standard places €307–463/mo (from March 2026). Family apartments up to €896/mo. All-inclusive (utilities + internet).
Scholarships
DAAD: Master's/PhD, merit-based (RU/BY de-facto restricted post-2022). Deutschlandstipendium: €300/mo, all nationalities, merit + social commitment. Apply via university portal (Apr–Jun).
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.