Leibniz Universität Hannover: Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026 /27)

Universität Hannover

Leibniz Universität Hannover (LUH), founded in 1831 and evolved from a vocational school to comprehensive university, is a public research institution with over 30,000 students across nine faculties in Hannover, Lower Saxony's capital. This technical university with broader offerings provides programs in engineering, natural sciences, architecture, economics, law, and humanities, with particular research strengths in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, quantum physics, optical technologies, and production engineering, benefiting from Hannover's industrial base including Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Continental, and TUI headquarters. Located in Hannover (540,000 residents), Germany's major trade fair city hosting CeBIT and Hannover Messe, the university operates from a main campus in the Nordstadt district near Herrenhausen Gardens, with living costs averaging €700-900 monthly in this northern German city offering moderate prices compared to Munich or Hamburg. Programs operate primarily in German requiring C1-C2 proficiency for most bachelor's degrees, with competitive admission in engineering programs typically requiring strong mathematics and physics grades, while English-taught master's programs in fields like mechanical engineering and water resources management attract international students.

Type

Technical University (public)

of international students

18%

No. of students (2025)

26,074

Term model

Semester

Most Selective Study Programs at Leibniz Universität Hannover

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).