Hochschule Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, Germany, Student Exchange Spring Semester 2027

Dear ITS Students,

Hochschule Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, Germany, is now accepting applications for the Spring Semester 2027 exchange program (March– August 2027).

Program Details

• Tuition Fee: Waived
• Costs Covered by Students: Learning materials, accommodation, living expenses, round-trip airfare, visa, and insurance.
• Additional Requirement: Students must check and comply with Germany’s entry regulations.
• About Hochschule Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences

Available English-Taught Courses

• Darmstadt campuses: Architecture • Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology • Civil and Environmental Engineering • Computer Science • Design • Electrical Engineering and Information Technology • Mathematics and Natural Sciences • Mechanical and Plastics Engineering • Social and Cultural Sciences • Social Work
• Dieburg campus: Business • Media
• 🔗 More details: [Click here]
• Fact Sheet

🔗 Exchange information: [H_Da]

Estimated Monthly Living Costs

• Rent: €455
• Electricity: €25
• Health Insurance: ~€95
• Study Materials: €55
• Food & Clothing: €325

One-Time Semester Costs

• Administrative Fee: ~€220 (subject to change)
• Housing Deposit: €450

Benefits

• STIBET Scholarship Available: [Read more here]
• Procedure:
  • 1.      Students are nominated by you for an exchange semester. (after ITS internal selection process)
  • 2.      Students apply within the deadline.
  • 3.      Students are officially admitted for an exchange semester at h_da.
  • 4.      Students apply for STIBET funding. Applying for STIBET funding can only happen after students have been officially admitted (i.e. in May/June for spring semesters, or November/December for winter semesters)

  • What is the funding amount?

    Scholarship holders receive 465 euros per month for five months (as of 2024). The amount of the scholarship may change; we will announce this accordingly.
    The awarding of scholarships is subject to the availability of funds.

• Campus Card: Includes a free public transport ticket for buses, trams, and local trains across the RMV region (most of Hessen).
• Intensive German Course: Mandatory for all exchange students.

Eligibility

• ITS Students (S1 Batch 2024, and all S2 batches)
• S1 Students must take and transfer the maximum credit opportunity.

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Motivation Letter (max. 2 pages)
3. Learning Agreement (Download here)
   • Must be signed by the Head of Department/Academic Coordinator
   • Leave the Institutional Coordinator section blank
4. Official Academic Transcript (English version)
5. Valid English Proficiency Certificate
   • Your English proficiency must meet the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The required minimum scores for different tests are as follows:
     • Cambridge Certificate – 160 (Grade C) or higher
     • IELTS – 5.5 or higher
     • TOEFL iBT – 72 or higher
     • TOEFL ITP – 543 or higher
     • TOEIC (Reading & Listening) – 785 or higher
     • TOEIC (Speaking & Writing) – 310 or higher
   • UPT Bahasa screenshots and TOEFL Prediction are NOT accepted
6. Recommendation Letter (from an academic advisor)
7. Scanned Valid Passport (valid for at least 1 year from September 2025)
8. Statement Letter (Download here)
9. GCW Certificate (Non-Degree min. C / IUP Basic / IUP Advanced)
   • S2 students can replace this with an R2SEP certificate
10. Scanned Parent’s Support Letter
    • Must be signed by parents, confirming their awareness and financial support for the program.

📌 Important: Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Application & Submission

• Apply via: ITS Study Abroad Form
• Format: All documents must be in PDF and submitted as one .zip/.rar file
• After submission: Send a confirmation email to studyabroad@its.ac.id
  • Subject: Confirmation Study Abroad Application_HDa_NAME_NRP

Deadlines & Selection Process

📅 Application Deadline: 14 September 2026 (09:00 WIB)
📅 Interview Date: 16 September 2026

Questions?

📩 Email Mr. Ade at studyabroad@its.ac.id

• Subject: ASK_HDa

Good luck with your application! 🌍✈️