Master of Politics & Technology at Technical University of Munich

Technical University of Munich

Germany, Munich

University Rank:#22

Technical University of Munich offers the Master of Politics & Technology as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its Garching campus in Munich, Germany. Taught in English and completed over 4 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for politics & technology and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on October 1, 2026.

About Master of Politics & Technology

In the program, students will learn advanced methodological tool and analytical skills, diverse theoretical approaches, and normative perspectives that can be applied to understanding the governance of new and existing technologies as well as pressing political and policy questions related to democratic and global governance, climate change, energy transitions, international trade and finance. Students will examine the causes of problems and analyze different policy solutions and instruments.

For a comprehensive description of the program, please refer to the degree program documentation:

Degree program documentation for the master's program in Politics & Technology (PDF, German)

The new MasterÂ´s program offers a new approach to the study of politics and policy in an age of major technological and economic changes.The program is intended for students willing to take on the challenge of addressing big questions, eager to think "outside of the boxâ€.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Politics & Technology at Technical University of Munich

Entry Requirements

In terms of applying to TUM, international refers to the country where you have completed your secondary school or your undergraduate studies. It does not refer to your country of origin or the place you live.

when applying to a bachelor's degree program: You have completed your secondary school education outside of Germany with something other than a German Abitur.when applying to a master's degree program: You have completed your undergraduate studes (i.e. your bachelor's) outside of the EU, EEA or Switzerland.

To qualify for a master's degree program, you need a first academic degree, e.g. a bachelor's. The exact requirements for every degree program are stated in the Academic and Examination Regulations.

Regardless of the program you are interested in, you need an undergraduate degree which is at least equal to a German bachelor's degree with a duration of 3 years (6 semester) to be eligible to apply for a master's program.

You can look up your degree in the anabin database (available in German only) to get a first orientation whether you are generally qualified for a master's degree program in Germany.

English Requirements

PTEMin 65
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 88

English Program Requirements

All degree programs at TUM Informatics require proof of proficiency in German, English, or both.

Check TUM’s central admissions website for information on accepted language proficiency certificates here.

Please remember that you often will need to sign up for language tests several months in advance.

Should you have no knowledge in German at all, you should plan to devote approximately 9 to 12 months to intensive courses in order to reach the required level. You must be able to prove proficiency in the relevant language for your program in order to be admitted.

For Master's applications at the department of Informatics: if the language of instruction of your Bachelor's degree was English (100%), this can be accepted as English language proof for the Master's application.
A Bachelor's thesis written in English can also be accepted as English proof. In this case a document from your university (

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Politics & Technology

managers the mediaOur MasterÂ´s program gives students first-rate analytical and leadership skills. In this program that cuts across disciplines students will gain outstanding skills for careers as analysts communicators innovators and leaders at all levels of government and public administration in the private sector in think tanks domestic and international non-profit and non-governmental organizations.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Politics & Technology at Technical University of Munich

Master of Politics & Technology at Technical University of Munich

Technical University of Munich

Germany, Munich