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

WBH

The Wilhelm Büchner Hochschule - Private Fernhochschule Darmstadt, also known as the Wilhelm Büchner University of Applied Sciences, is a private university founded in 1996. With over 6,000 students, it is the largest private technical university in Germany. Located in Darmstadt, a city known as the engineering hub of Central Europe, the university offers students a vibrant academic environment surrounded by renowned industrial sectors. The University specialises in distance and online learning and caters for working professionals who wish to combine their studies with employment.

Type

University of Applied Sciences (private (state-approved))

of international students

No. of students (2025)

4,313

Term model

Semester

Most Selective Study Programs at Wilhelm Büchner University of Applied Sciences

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).