University of Bremen
Clarify the application method, teaching language and living budget at the outset.
At the University of Bremen, the application process depends on your study level, nationality and where you obtained your qualifications. Undergraduate applicants from Türkiye may need a uni-assist VPD before applying through moin. For master's courses, departmental requirements and the moin application are central.
Last check: 29 September 2026Information checked against the university's official pages.
The essentials in one minute
- City
- Bremen
- Undergraduate
- A VPD followed by a moin application may be required
- Postgraduate
- moin + departmental requirements
- General tuition fee
- No tuition fees; a semester contribution applies
What should I consider specifically about the University of Bremen?
Applications to Bremen do not all use one portal. For non-EU undergraduate applicants, a VPD assesses university entrance eligibility and converts grades; it is not an admission decision. Postgraduate applications are assessed against the previous subject, required module credits, language evidence and programme documents.
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Undergraduate applications to the University of Bremen
With a Turkish school qualification, university entrance eligibility may first be assessed through a uni-assist VPD. You then complete the university application in the moin portal. Most undergraduate courses require German; check language and other conditions on each course page.
Postgraduate applications to the University of Bremen
Master's applications are submitted through the moin portal. A relevant bachelor's degree is essential; departments may also require specific credits, minimum grades, language evidence, a motivation letter, an internship or references. You cannot always make up missing academic requirements after starting the programme.
How should I assess tuition and scholarship options?
The University of Bremen states that it does not charge general tuition for its regular undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. A semester contribution remains payable, including items such as transport and student services. Check the current amount before accepting an offer, as it changes between semesters.
The International Office states that it does not offer a general scholarship for new arrivals. DAAD funding and conditional support may be available, but prepare your living budget before funding is confirmed. Rent, health insurance, semester contributions and visa proof of funds are separate items.
Do not count a scholarship as confirmed income before the decision arrives. Budget separately for tuition, accommodation, insurance, visas and initial settling-in costs.
Is this university right for you?
A good match
- Applicants seeking research-focused, interdisciplinary programmes
- Applicants who meet the requirements for a German-taught undergraduate or an eligible English-taught postgraduate programme
- Applicants who can complete the VPD and moin applications in the right order
- Applicants who prefer a quieter student environment to a large city
Points to consider
- Applicants who mistake a VPD for an admission letter
- Applicants who confuse free tuition with free living costs
- Master's applicants who look only at degree titles and do not check required credits
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Where do I apply to the University of Bremen?
With a Turkish school qualification, university entrance eligibility may first be assessed through a uni-assist VPD. Undergraduate and postgraduate processes can differ; follow the target programme's official page.
How much is tuition at the University of Bremen?
The University of Bremen states that it does not charge general tuition for its regular undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. A semester contribution remains payable, including items such as transport and student services. Check the current amount before accepting an offer, as it changes between semesters.
Are scholarships available at the University of Bremen?
The International Office states that it does not offer a general scholarship for new arrivals. DAAD funding and conditional support may be available, but prepare your living budget before funding is confirmed. Rent, health insurance, semester contributions and visa proof of funds are separate items.
What language evidence does the University of Bremen require?
Teaching language and minimum scores vary by programme. Even if a course is advertised as English-taught, check the accepted tests and component scores on its official page.
How does InterAX support a University of Bremen application?
We match your academic background to programme requirements, build a realistic shortlist and plan documents, deadlines, enrolment and visa steps after admission. The university decides admission and scholarships.
Official sources
- University of Bremen — non-EU applications — VPD and international undergraduate applications
- University of Bremen — postgraduate study — moin, documents and academic requirements
- University of Bremen — semester contribution — current semester contribution and payment terms
Last checked: 29 September 2026. Requirements can change during the year; use the target programme's current admission notice when applying.