Student accommodation near the Technical University of Hamburg

Student flats and spare rooms near TUHH

In Hamburg there are different accommodation options that can be affordable for students. From rooms in shared apartments (WG) to entire apartments, Hamburg has solutions for all lifestyles. Because of this variety and because the city is large, first you must know in which area your campus is located, and thus choose the accommodation option that best suits you.

Where’s the Technical University of Hamburg located?

It concentrates its facilities on a single main campus that’s south of the city, about a 20-minute drive from the centre.

Campus of Schwarzenberg

The main campus of TUHH is in the Harburg area, where the barracks of Schwarzenberg were located in the past. It consists of a total of fifteen buildings that are located between the streets Eissendorfer Straße and Am Schwarzenberg-Campus. This university has different types of divisions: education programs are organised into schools of study, but research is divided into fields. We give details about all of this below:

Schools:

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, and Mathematics
• Technologies and Management Sciences
• Mechanical Engineering
• Technology and Innovation in Education
• Chemical and Process Engineering
• Joint School of Multidisciplinary Studies

Research fields:

• Advanced Materials and Processes (bio)
• Aviation and Maritime Technologies
• Medical and Cyberphysical Systems
• Environmental and Energy Systems
• Logistics, Mobility, and Infrastructure

The street Denickestraße divides the campus into a northern and southern half. The southern part is well integrated with the park that surrounds it, and also has three ponds. The northern part is almost completely paved. The university cafeteria is located on this street and in front of it is the library. The campus store and a Haspa service point are also located in the library building.

Best neighbourhoods to live in near TUHH

We recommend the most convenient areas and neighbourhoods to live in near the University:

Harburg

Harburg is the neighbourhood where the campus is located, so accommodation here would be ideal if you’re attending TUHH. It’s the cultural and economic centre of southern Hamburg. It has a mix of academic and commercial life, with good public transport connections and many services, shops, restaurants, and bars.

Eißendorf

Eißendorf is a residential neighbourhood with many accommodation options west of Harburg, so it’s also close to the university. It’s well connected to the city centre and has different supermarket and service options.

Heimfeld

It’s southwest of the university and it’s quieter and more residential. It has green areas and parks for outdoor activities. It’s ideal if you’re looking for a more relaxed and family atmosphere.

Student residences near the TUHH

TUHH offers a limited number of rooms in the Studierendenwerk student residences, which is the owner of public residences in Germany. The universities themselves don’t have accommodation on campus. As there are not many spaces, you can choose to apply for private residences.

Erasmus at the Technical University of Hamburg

• To go on an exchange to TUHH, you’ll need to meet the language requirements. In the case of the courses taught in English, you must have a B2 certificate, and a B1 for those taught in German. (Most are in German.)
• TUHH offers high-quality education and excels in research in engineering and applied sciences. You’ll have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and well-equipped facilities.
• The University has a welcome programme that welcomes you at the beginning of the semester and guides and supports you during your stay with whatever you may need.
• You’ll also be able to access different activities and meetings that promote cultural exchange and integration, such as Language Cafés, where students talk to each other in a friendly environment and improve their language skills. With this, you’ll make new friends and learn about other cultures!

FAQ about the Technical University of Hamburg