New at the university?
Make yourself at home. To help you find your feet in your new home, we have put together some information you may find useful as you start your new job, with tips on accommodations, bus and rail season tickets, red tape and more.
Accommodations
Finding accommodation in Munich and the are is difficult – but not impossible. We have put together information on the housing situation in Munich, contacts and a number of links and tips. The most important one: Start your search as early as possible. More
Public transport
All roads lead to TUM: The website of Munich’s public transport association (MVV) will tell you how to get to the university by bus and rail. TheJobticket is a reduced-price annual ticket for TUM employees.
TUM Prelude
New Professors get a detailed overview of the university at our wellcome event "TUM Prelude". More
Welcome Services
With its welcome services, the TUM Global & Alumni Office supports international postdocs and guest professors regarding all formalities related to relocating to Munich. The team helps researchers integrate smoothly into the academic life of TUM. Welcome Services for International Researchers
Munich Dual Career Office
Dual career couples can take advantage of the services that are offered by the Munich Dual Career Office. The staff here can help partners get or keep their careers on track in the Munich area. Munich Dual Career Office
Family Service
TUM’s Family Service can help you find the right child care and schools in Munich, also advising you on how to balance family and career. In addition, it gives advise if you are caring for a dependent relative. Family Service
Language courses
- The TUM Language Center offers courses in 15 different languages from Arabic and English to Spanish and Hebrew, plus intensive German courses.
- Intercultural Communication & Languages: Classes on presenting in English or professional correspondence are part of TUM's training program for employees "TUM horizons".
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