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Hamm: Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026/27)
Hamm: Numerus Clausus
Hamm offers international students a practical, authentic living environment in the eastern Ruhr region. Once an industrial centre, the city has reinvented itself as a modern service and logistics hub—reflecting the broader transformation of one of Europe's largest metropolitan areas. As a major railway junction, Hamm provides excellent connections across North Rhine-Westphalia and beyond: Dortmund is 25 minutes away, Cologne and Düsseldorf under an hour. Living costs remain significantly lower than in larger German cities, allowing students to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle on a modest budget.
Hamm offers international students a practical, authentic living environment in the eastern Ruhr region. Once an industrial centre, the city has reinvented itself as a modern service and logistics hub—reflecting the broader transformation of one of Europe's largest metropolitan areas. As a major railway junction, Hamm provides excellent connections across North Rhine-Westphalia and beyond: Dortmund is 25 minutes away, Cologne and Düsseldorf under an hour. Living costs remain significantly lower than in larger German cities, allowing students to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle on a modest budget. The city's multicultural character, shaped by decades of migration, fosters an open and inclusive atmosphere. Green spaces like the Maximilianpark—home to the iconic Glass Elephant, a former coal washing plant turned landmark—and the Datteln-Hamm Canal offer recreation and contrast to urban life. For international students seeking affordability, strong transport links, and an unpretentious setting away from tourist crowds, Hamm offers a grounded, livable base at the heart of Germany's most dynamic region.
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Population 180,000
Students 2%
International students 10%
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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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