Constructor University
Quick answer: Constructor University is a private, English-taught university in Bremen, Germany. Its official site lists 2027/28 tuition of €11,925 per semester for bachelor’s students (roughly €23,850 a year) and the same €11,925 per semester for master’s students. There is no application fee, and academic scholarships of up to €10,000 are considered automatically.
Formerly known as Jacobs University, Constructor is one of the few private universities in Germany teaching entire bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English. Unlike the country’s public universities it charges tuition, but admissions run fully in English and students can live on campus.
Fees and charges
| Item | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s tuition | €11,925 per semester | 2027/28; 6 semesters (3 years); no separate international rate |
| Bachelor’s (current intake) | €10,000 per semester | Rate before the 2027 intake |
| Master’s tuition | €11,925 per semester | 4 semesters (2 years) |
| One-off enrolment fee | €940 (non-EU) / €640 (EU) | At first enrolment |
| University fee + semester ticket | Up to €350 per semester | 2027/28 |
| Campus room | From €1,890 per semester | 2027/28; meals extra |
| Application fee | None | — |
Source: constructor.university — financing, undergraduate FAQ, graduate FAQ — checked 11/2026.
For a German student visa you will also need proof of funds: according to DAAD, €992 a month from 1 January 2025 (confirm the current figure with the embassy).
Scholarships
The financing page says bachelor’s applicants can receive an academic scholarship of up to €10,000 based on their school grade average, with no separate application. The undergraduate FAQ, however, quotes up to €7,000, so ask the admissions office for the exact amount and whether it applies per semester or per year. Master’s applicants are also assessed automatically, but no amount is published.
Admission requirements
Direct entry to a bachelor’s requires a school certificate recognised for university access in Germany. If an Azerbaijani attestat does not meet that standard, the applicant first completes a one-year International Foundation Year (2 semesters); an SAT/ACT result may also be requested (Foundation Year FAQ).
| Certificate | Bachelor’s minimum |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| TOEFL iBT | 90 |
| Duolingo English Test | 110 |
Source: constructor.university — undergraduate FAQ — checked 11/2026.
Master’s applicants also need Duolingo 110; the graduate FAQ gives no IELTS or TOEFL minimum, so check the programme page. Students below the required level can take a one-year English Foundation Year (entry at A2) that prepares them for the bachelor’s.
The process is straightforward: pick a programme, confirm with admissions whether your attestat qualifies for direct entry, apply online free of charge with your translated attestat, language certificate, passport and motivation letter, then use the admission letter and proof of funds to apply for a German visa.
First-year budget example (2027/28)
| Item | Calculation | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s tuition | 2 × €11,925 | €23,850 |
| Enrolment fee (non-EU, once) | — | €940 |
| University fee + semester ticket | 2 × up to €350 | Up to €700 |
| Campus room | 2 × from €1,890 | From €3,780 |
| Meals (board) | 2 × €2,625 | €5,250 |
| Total (no scholarship) | approx. €34,520 |
Source: constructor.university, Cost of Attendance fact sheet — checked 11/2026.
This adds up official figures only; flights, insurance and personal spending are not included. Public universities in Germany charge no tuition on most bachelor’s programmes but offer few English-taught options and often require a Studienkolleg, so Constructor suits students who value an all-English campus and can afford the higher cost. Another private option is GISMA University of Applied Sciences.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a master’s degree?
€11,925 per semester over 4 semesters, which comes to €47,700 in tuition in total.
What does living on campus cost?
For 2027/28 a room starts at €1,890 per semester and the meal plan is €2,625 per semester.
Is there an application fee?
No. Applying is free; after admission non-EU students pay a one-off enrolment fee of €940.
Can I enter directly with an Azerbaijani attestat?
Only if it is recognised for university access in Germany; otherwise a one-year International Foundation Year is required.
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