Study Biology at Technische Universität Dresden

for the summer semester (start of studies on April 1): by January 15
for the winter semester (start of studies on October 1): by June 15

The contact persons of the Faculty of Biology and the International Office of the TU Dresden will be happy to assist you:

• Advice on the respective study project
• Help with the selection of courses and the preparation of the timetable
• Signing of the Learning Agreement
• Information on the procedure for registering for examinations in the faculty
• Information on the preparation of the Transcript of Records and, if necessary, its issuance.

The lectures, seminars and exercises are mainly held in German. Therefore, for successful participation in courses, at least intermediate level knowledge (B1) in German is required.
Proof of German language skills for study projects in German-language programs must be submitted with the application documents.
Before the beginning of the semester you have the possibility to participate in an intensive German course. The language courses are conducted by the language school of TUDIAS. Information about the courses offered, dates and costs can be found on the homepage of TUDIAS.

The Faculty of Biology also offers Master's programs in English. In addition, project or study work can be written in English by prior arrangement. Proof of English B1/B2 proficiency for study projects in English must be submitted with the application documents.

On the website Information for Exchange Students of the International Office of the TU Dresden you will find all information about the questions:

• How do I apply for an exchange program at TU Dresden?
• What do I have to do after applying?
• Do I need a visa?
• Where can I live during my studies?

At the end of the study visit, you list the achievements in the Transcript of Records form and have it signed by the Biology Faculty.

Please note: Each student must take the Transcript of Records with him/herself! The Technische Universität Dresden does NOT automatically send it to the home university. If the examination results have not been completed by the time of your departure, please arrange with the responsible office where the Transcript of Records should be sent.

Are you an Erasmus student at TU Dresden?
In the Erasmus+ Mobile App you will find a lot of information about the Erasmus program, for example a guide that leads you through the whole mobility process, tips and stories as well as info about ERASMUS events.
You can find the app for download in the Google Playstore and Apple App Store.

• Information from A - Z
  Compared to the experience of German students, many things are different for international students. Especially at the beginning, students have many questions that TU Dresden’s International Office would like to answer here.
• Assistance available from the Faculty of Biology for a successful start to your studies

  To make beginning your studies easier, the Faculties of the School of Science offer a further range of support.

• International Tutor Program
  In the International Tutor Program offered by TU Dresden’s International Office, experienced students support international applicants and students before and during their studies. The support is particularly intensive at the start of your studies at TU Dresden.

• Testimoni­als
  International students talk about how they came to Dresden, what they like about studying at TU Dresden and what the differences are compared to their home countries.

• Studentenwerk Dresden
  Studying abroad needs to be well prepared. Many things have to be considered and organized beforehand. On this page, the Studentenwerk Dresden would like to support international students with some useful hints.

• Supervising Newly Arrived International Students
  AEGEE arranges contacts between German and international students through its Buddy Program.

• Intercultural encounters and the exchange between international students and Germans: Students will find a wide range of offers at TU Dresden’s Cultural Office. Finding new friends: Studentenwerk Dresden and Café Lingua the regulars’ table for language lovers, provide interesting projects.

• Faculty Students’ Council of Biology

  The students’ councils are student advocacy groups that primarily offer services and advice "from students for students". The offer is wide-ranging.