University English requirements

What IELTS score do you need for TU Darmstadt?

TU Darmstadt publishes one English list for master's programmes taught in English: IELTS 7.0, PTE Academic 76 or TOEFL iBT 95 (5 to 5.5 on the new scale), among other certificates. Mechanics, Mathematics and Particle Accelerator Science use a lower list: IELTS 5.5, PTE 59 or TOEFL 72. A university confirmation that your degree was taught in English is accepted on both lists.
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TU Darmstadt's two English lists

These minimums are from TU Darmstadt's page for international applicants. It gives no per-band IELTS minimum, does not name Duolingo and does not state how old a certificate may be. Applicants with a German or foreign school qualification apply through TU Darmstadt's own portal, TUCaN.

ProofMost English-taught master'sMechanics, Mathematics, Particle Accelerator Science
IELTS7.05.5
PTE Academic7659
TOEFL iBT (incl. Special Home Edition)95, or 5 to 5.5 on the new scale72, or 4 to 4.5 on the new scale
CambridgeCertificate in Advanced EnglishFirst Certificate in English
TOEICListening 490, Reading 455, Speaking 200, Writing 200Listening 400, Reading 385, Speaking 160, Writing 150
Other testsMET 64, ECPE, telc C1, UNIcert IIIMET 53, ECCE, telc B2, UNIcert II
English-taught degreeConfirmation from your university that English was the programme's language of instructionSame confirmation accepted

Programme examples

The Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning M.Sc. asks UNIcert III, TOEFL iBT 95, IELTS 7.0, CEFR C1 or equivalent. The Information and Communication Engineering (iCE) programme repeats the central C1 list, including PTE Academic 76. Its FAQ says students who already did their bachelor's in English need not prepare an English certificate, and that TOEFL is preferred.

The Mathematics M.Sc. application page asks TOEFL iBT 72 or IELTS 5.5. Native English speakers can send a passport copy, and applicants who completed an English-instructed degree can send a confirmation from their university.

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English-taught degrees and exemptions

TU Darmstadt's central list accepts a confirmation from your previous university that English was the language of instruction. It names no country restriction, so the page does not exclude a confirmation from an Indian university. Your department may still ask for more documents.

Your German student visa is handled by the German embassy or consulate where you apply, not by TU Darmstadt. This guide covers TU Darmstadt's admission rule only. Our IELTS for Germany guide covers the visa side and test fees.

English requirements in Germany are written into each programme's admission or examination regulations and can change between intakes. The score that binds you is the one on your TU Darmstadt programme page and in your admission letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

Does TU Darmstadt accept PTE?+

Yes. PTE Academic 76 meets the main list for English-taught master's; Mechanics, Mathematics and Particle Accelerator Science accept PTE 59.

Is IELTS 6.5 enough for TU Darmstadt?+

Not for most English-taught master's, which need IELTS 7.0. Mechanics, Mathematics and Particle Accelerator Science accept 5.5.

Does TU Darmstadt accept a medium-of-instruction certificate?+

Yes. Both lists accept a confirmation from your previous university that English was the programme's language of instruction.

Does TU Darmstadt accept Duolingo?+

Duolingo is not on TU Darmstadt's list of accepted English certificates.

Does TU Darmstadt use uni-assist?+

TU Darmstadt says its own portal, TUCaN, is used by all applicants, whether their school qualification is German or foreign.

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