Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences
Karlsruhe, Germany
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
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Overview
Hochschule Karlsruhe (HKA) is a public university of applied sciences located in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It offers a wide range of Bachelor and Master degree programs in engineering, business administration, computer science, architecture, geomatics, and media, with a strong focus on applied research and industry cooperation. The university maintains partnerships with over 180 universities worldwide and supports international mobility through exchange programs and the Bachelor International track.
Fields of study
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Business Administration
- Data Science
- Geomatics
- Environmental Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Media and Communication
- Industrial Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
Accreditation: Akkreditierungsrat (German Accreditation Council)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- Winter Semester, Summer Semester
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architektur (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Architektur (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Automotive / Aerospace Engineering (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Bachelor's | 42 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Automotive Systems Engineering (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Bauingenieurwesen (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 42 months | Varies | Varies | — |
| Bauingenieurwesen (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | — |
| Bauingenieurwesen trinational (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | — |
| Bauingenieurwesen trinational (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 42 months | Varies | Varies | — |
| Baumanagement (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | — |
| Baumanagement und Baubetrieb (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 42 months | Varies | Varies | — |
| Data Science (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Bachelor's | 42 months | Varies | Varies | — |
| Digitale Technologien im Maschinenbau (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Part Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Electrical Engineering and Information Technology (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 42 months | Varies | Varies | — |
| Elektrotechnik (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | 42 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Elektro- und Informationstechnik (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Entrepreneurship (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe |
| Geomatics (opens in a new tab)Englisch · Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Informatik (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Kommunikation und Medienmanagement (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe |
| Maschinenbau (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Mechatronic and Micro-Mechatronic Systems (EU4M) (opens in a new tab)Deutsch, englisch · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | WiSe |
| Mechatronik (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Mobilitätsmanagement (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Robotik und künstliche Intelligenz in der Produktion (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
| Sensor Systems Technology (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Tricontinental Master in Global Studies (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | WiSe |
| Wirtschaftsinformatik (opens in a new tab)Deutsch · Full Time | Master's | 18 months | Varies | Varies | WiSe, SoSe |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.