"Gütesiegel" for outstanding study conditions in mechanical and process engineering
Choosing the right degree programme is an important and challenging decision, and there are various resources available to help you. At the University of Freiberg, we are happy to assist you and offer support and guidance in choosing your degree programme.
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Detlev Müller
The first point of contact for prospective students
In person, by telephone, video chat or email
Maike Baudach
Student Counselling
Prüferstraße 2, Room 3.405
09599 Freiberg
studienberatung [at] tu-freiberg.de
Ask the Student Advisory Service
Any questions about your studies? Get answers during our online advice sessions, held every day from 11.00 to 12.00!
No registration required – Click here.
Whether via webcam, chat or audio: it’s up to you.
- 27 August 2026
- 11 September 2026
- 18 September 2026
- 25 September 2026
Online specialist advice services
Materials science, nanotechnology, materials engineering, steel technology, non-ferrous metallurgy, Foundry engineering, Metal forming
- 7 September, 10:00 am, no registration required – Click here.
Chemistry, Physics and Life Sciences
- 16 September, from 3 pm, no registration required – Click here.
Earth Sciences, Geotechnical Engineering and Mining
- 8 September, from 1 pm, no registration required – Click here.
- 16 September, from 10 am, no registration required – Click here.
Further dates will follow shortly.
Areas in which we provide advice:
- What entry requirements do I need to meet to study?
- What are the application deadlines?
- Is there an entry requirement?
- How can I find out more about the university?
- Can I study without a secondary school leaving certificate?
- Is it better to start in the summer or winter semester?
- When do I need to sort out accommodation in a hall of residence?
- What career prospects does this degree programme offer?
- Do I need to do a work placement as part of my Bachelor’s degree?
- How does the application process for a Master’s degree work?
Online parents’ evening
Do you have any questions about your child’s studies?
At our online parents’ evening, we’ll give you a concise overview of university life and our university – and answer your questions straight away.
No registration required – Click here.
Whether via webcam, chat or audio: it’s up to you.
7.00 pm to 6.00 pm each time
- 10 September 2026
Frequently Asked Questions about Studying
Choosing a course, applying and starting your degree – the start of your studies brings many new experiences and raises numerous questions. The FAQs provide an overview of frequently asked questions about starting your degree and studying at TUBAF.
Bachelor’s, Master’s and Diploma
Once you have decided on a subject, the next step is to choose a Degree. TUBAF offers Bachelor’s, Master’s and Diplom Degrees.
Help with making a decision – WIN Foundation Programme
The WIN Foundation Programme at TUBAF offers students the opportunity, over two semesters, to individually tailor and explore course content from the fields of Business and law, engineering and natural sciences, tailored to your own needs and to try them out.
Prospective international students
TUBAF offers over 65 Bachelor’s, Diplom and Master’s degree programmes, primarily taught in German. For German-language degree programmes, prospective international students must meet the language requirements and have passed a language test.
In addition, prospective international students can apply for an English-language Master’s degree programme.
1st place in the StudyCheck Award
Students have rated the TU Bergakademie Freiberg as the best small university in Germany. By taking first place in the ranking of the most popular universities with fewer than 5,000 students, they secured the ‘StudyCheck Award 2026’ for the Freiberg university. This top ranking is based on an analysis by the comparison portal ‘StudyCheck’ and thus on the students’ own reviews. The result reflects the innovative teaching, personalised support and practical relevance of the STEM degree programmes at TU Bergakademie Freiberg.
Go to the “News” article Go to the ranking on StudyCheck Go to the university profile on StudyCheck
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TUBAF
Student Ambassador Programme
Are you studying at TU Bergakademie Freiberg and enjoying your degree; do you like the university and the university town?
Then become a student ambassador and:
- tell pupils at your former secondary school about your day-to-day student life, your experiences in choosing a degree programme, and provide information on the degree programmes
- help pupils with their university choices
Who are we looking for?
- Students at TU Bergakademie Freiberg who are highly committed and have an open and easy-going manner
- Students who enjoy interacting with people and are happy to answer questions about university life
What do we offer?
- Provision of information materials and TU clothing
- Travel expenses reimbursed
If you’re interested in becoming a student ambassador at your former secondary school, please send us an email.
