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21 English Study Programs at Rhineland-Palatinate Technical University Kaiserslautern-Landau
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Rhineland-Palatinate Technical University Kaiserslautern-Landau
About the University
The Rhineland-Palatinate Technical University Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU), also known in English as the University of Kaiserslautern-Landau, is one of Germany's newest higher education institutions. Established on January 1, 2023, it's located in the heart of the Rhineland-Palatinate state, with campuses in Kaiserslautern and Landau.
The RPTU is the result of a significant higher education reform that led to the splitting of the University of Koblenz-Landau in 2019. The Landau campus of this original university was merged with the Technical University of Kaiserslautern to form the RPTU, while the Koblenz campus continued as the independent University of Koblenz.
Boasting a large student population of approximately 20,000 and a faculty of 300 professors, RPTU is home to a diverse community of scholars. Its wide range of courses and research opportunities exemplify its commitment to advanced technical and multidisciplinary education. The university is currently under the dual leadership of President Arnd Poetzsch-Heffter and Gabriele Schaumann, who work diligently to continue developing the institution's academic and research profiles.
RPTU's state sponsorship underscores its importance to the region and its role in contributing to Rhineland-Palatinate's vision for education, research, and innovation. More information about the university, its programs, and its campus life can be found on its official website, rptu.de.
In its short history, the RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau has already begun making its mark on German higher education and continues to strive for excellence and innovation. As the university evolves, it aims to remain at the forefront of technological education and research while also contributing to the wider social and economic development of the Rhineland-Palatinate region.
International Rankings
National Rankings
Tuition Fees
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
Winter Semester 2023/2024
Summer Semester 2024
Winter Semester 2024/2025
No programs
6 programs
15 programs
Application Modes
Application Modes
Application Process
Application Process
Language Requirements
IELTS Band
TOEFL Scores
Cambridge Levels
5.5 (1 program )
72 (1 program )
B2 First (FCE) (1 program )
6.5 (3 programs )
95 (2 programs )
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (2 programs )
IELTS Band
5.5 (1 program )
6.5 (3 programs )
TOEFL Scores
72 (1 program )
95 (2 programs )
Cambridge Levels
B2 First (FCE) (1 program )
C2 Proficiency (CPE) (2 programs )
Program Features
4-6 semesters
Duration→ View all programs with online courses
Online CoursesMaster of Science
Master of Arts
Master of Engineering
Winter intake
47.6%Summer intake
0%Winter & Summer intake
52.4%Location

the University has other campuses in:
1) Campus Kaiserslautern
2) Campus Landau
List of English-taught Study Programs offered by Rhineland-Palatinate Technical University Kaiserslautern-Landau

Rhineland-Palatinate Technical University Kaiserslautern-Landau
Landau / Kaiserslautern
Environmental Pollution Management - Ecotoxicology
(per semester)

Rhineland-Palatinate Technical University Kaiserslautern-Landau
Kaiserslautern
Computer Science
(per semester)

Rhineland-Palatinate Technical University Kaiserslautern-Landau
Kaiserslautern
Automation and Control (A&C)
(per semester)
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