Important! The term times differ from GU, please see more information further down the page.
Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden) is one of the largest universities of technology in Germany and is located in the city of Dresden, two hours south from Berlin. The university has a student population of 30 000 where about one-fifth come from abroad. TU Dresden covers a broad range of subjects across its 17 faculties and five schools, including business, computer science, chemistry, biology, and international relations.
The university has several campus buildings, with the main campus is located just south of the city centre of Dresden.
As an exchange student, you have the opportunity to take part in TU Dresden's two-week Culture and Language Learning programme prior to the start of term. The programme includes expanding your knowledge of German, excursion to the surrounding area, as well as cultural events.
Studying at TU Dresden
Information for exchange students
Teaching language
English, German
Subjects/Courses
TU Dresden offers a range of courses for exchange students. The exchange agreement between GU and TU Dresden is brand new for the academic year 2025-26 and will therefore be limited to the following subject areas:
- Business administration
- Law (Masters level only)
- Economics (Masters level only)
- Languages
- Computer science (Masters level only)
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Politics (Masters level only)
- International relations
- Global studies
- Psychology
- Sociology
Make sure to carefully check the course offer in English and the ability to transfer the credits before you apply.
Erasmus+ grant
Germany is part of the Erasmus+ programme – which means that you can receive an Erasmus+grant if you do an exchange period at TUD.
Erasmus+
Full-Time Studies
ECTS credits:
1 semester = 30 credits
1 full academic year = 60 credits
Academic Calendar
Winter semester (fall term): October to March (teaching takes place mid-October to early February)
Summer semester (spring term): April to September (teaching takes place early April to mid-July)
Language Requirements
English at B1 level if you study courses in English. German at B1 level should you wish to study courses in German. When you submit your application you can simultaneously complete an OLS (online language assessment) through Erasmus+.
Housing
You can apply for housing (room in a student hall) at the Studentenwerk Dresden as soon as you have received a letter of admission from TUD.
Housing
Insurance
Exchange students from GU are insured via Kammarkollegiets "Student OUT".
Additional support
There are numerous student support and counselling services available to access at TUD. Find more information on their student life and welfare pages and do not forget to disclose the information in your exchange application.
You can read more about EUTOPIA on gu.se.
