Dortmund: English-taught programs with admission-restriction

Dortmund: English-taught programs with Admission Restriction — Numerus Clausus/NC (2026/27)

Dortmund: English Programs with NC

Dortmund: English Programs with NC

Dortmund offers international students a lively and authentic urban experience in the heart of Germany’s Ruhr region. The city is a strong example of successful transformation, having evolved from an industrial powerhouse into a modern, forward-looking urban center. Revitalized areas such as Phoenix Lake, combined with extensive green spaces like Westfalenpark, give Dortmund a surprisingly balanced and livable character. A deep-rooted football culture centered around Borussia Dortmund, alongside a diverse music, arts, and cultural scene, shapes the city’s energetic atmosphere.

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Most Selective English-taught Programs in Dortmund

For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).

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Top 4 Most Selective English Programs in Dortmund (based on Numerus Clausus)

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	Numerus Clausus	AdH-Score	Acceptance rate
1 TU Dortmund University Applied Linguistics Bachelor of Arts	All applicants admitted.
2 TU Dortmund University Applied Literary and Cultural Studies Bachelor of Arts	All applicants admitted.
3 TU Dortmund University Englisch (GyGe) Bachelor of Arts	All applicants admitted.
4 TU Dortmund University Englisch (HRSGe) Bachelor of Arts	All applicants admitted.

Most selective universities with English-taught programs in Dortmund

Top 5 most selective Dortmund universities with English programs

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Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts

TU Dortmund University

International School of Management (ISM)

Ruhr-Universität Bochum

University of Duisburg-Essen

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Most Selective Cities with English programs & Dortmund

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Share of admission-restricted English programs

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92

24%

Dortmund

Cities in North Rhine- Westphalia

Share of admission-restricted English programs

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18

24%

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Dortmund Numerus Clausus: English Language Requirements

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From B2 First (FCE)

Disclaimer: Each study program has its own specific language requirements. Hence, we strongly recommend checking each program individually for complete information about language requirements.

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17% admission-restricted English-taught programs

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26% admission-restricted English-taught programs

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22% admission-restricted English-taught programs

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43% admission-restricted English-taught programs

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73% admission-restricted English-taught programs

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30% admission-restricted English-taught programs

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16% admission-restricted English-taught programs

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14% admission-restricted English-taught programs

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26% admission-restricted English-taught programs

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60% admission-restricted English-taught programs

Dortmund English Programs with NC: Glossary

Numerus Clausus (NC)

This Latin term means “limited number” and indicates that a program has restricted admission. In other words, not all applicants can be accepted, so selection is usually based on grades or other criteria when demand exceeds available spots.

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Dortmund English Programs with NC & Living Costs

⌀ 425 Euros

14% below German average

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€425

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