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Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences: Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026 /27)

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Founded in 1971, the Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences (h_da) is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in Germany. With over 17,000 students enrolled across its multiple campuses in Darmstadt, h_da offers programs in engineering, computer science, media, business, design, and the social sciences. Situated in the city of Darmstadt, which has a population of 160,000, the university is located 30 minutes from Frankfurt in the Rhine-Main metropolitan area. Its proximity to technology companies and research institutes, including Fraunhofer, GSI, and the European Space Operations Centre (ESA/ESOC), provides students with internship and employment opportunities, particularly in IT, aerospace, and telecommunications.

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University of Applied Sciences (public)
of international students
23%
No. of students (2026)
13,816
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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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h_da 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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