Welcome to TU Darmstadt

The Technical University of Darmstadt is one of the leading technical universities and a synonym for excellent, relevant science. TU Darmstadt has been one of the most international universities in Germany since it was founded in 1877.

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Two red flags with the logo and name of 'Technische Universität Darmstadt' wave in the wind in front of a modern university building with large windows and a dark sloped roof. Green trees partially obscure the building, and the sky is cloudy.

Our Mission

The Technical University of Darmstadt stands for excellent, relevant science. Global transformations - from energy transition and Industry 4.0 to artificial intelligence - pose enormous challenges. We play a decisive role in shaping these far-reaching processes of change with outstanding insights and forward-looking study opportunities.

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How to Get to TU Darmstadt

Darmstadt is located in south-west Germany in the state of Hesse and is part of the Rhine-Main metropolitan area. Frankfurt am Main is less than 20 miles away and cities such as Mainz, Wiesbaden, Heidelberg and Mannheim are also nearby. Darmstadt and TU Darmstadt are well connected and easily accessible by car, train or plane.

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A yellow double-decker long-distance bus with the logo of 'Der Airport – My Shuttle to Flight' is driving on a road in front of a the TU Darmstadt main entrance, a modern glass building with multiple levels. Several pedestrians and cyclists are visible near the entrance. The sky is partly cloudy, and the surrounding architecture is contemporary with clean lines and large windows.
The Wedding Tower of Darmstadt, a tall brick structure with a distinctive stepped roof, stands on the left, accompanied by the Mathildenhöhe Museum with its white facade and red-tiled roof. On the right, the Russian Chapel with its ornate golden domes, richly decorated facade, and intricate mosaics is visible. The sky is filled with streaked clouds, and the foreground features a stone wall and greenery, adding depth to the historic scene.

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Explore the impressive art nouveau architecture of UNESCO World Heritage Mathildenhöhe and enjoy breathtaking views from the observation platform of the Wedding Tower. Find out what else the City of Science has to offer.

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