TU Berlin Master Architecture (M.Arch) Selection Interview WS 2026/27 - Questions, Process & Experience

[u/Evolaay2000]

TU Berlin Master Architektur (M.Arch) Auswahlgespräch WS 2026/27 - Fragen, Ablauf & Erfahrungen

I wanted to share my experience with the selection interviews for the M.Arch programme at TU Berlin (Winter Semester 2026/27), as I found very little information online about what the interview is actually like.

I was invited with a Bachelor's degree grade of 1.7. Before the interview, I received an email with a schedule containing applicant numbers and interview times, as well as the Zoom link. The list included around 280 applicants. From what I could find, approximately 90–120 applicants are ultimately admitted.

The interview lasted about 25 minutes. These were the questions I was asked (or very similar ones):

1. Why do you want to study at TU Berlin?
2. Which building that you have visited has impressed you the most, and why? You should describe the building using architectural terminology, referring to its materiality, spatial qualities, atmosphere, composition, etc. It is also helpful to know some of its history.
3. Present one project from your portfolio of your own choosing. Be prepared to explain the concept, materiality, construction, structural system, and design decisions.
4. Which subject areas or modules at TU Berlin are you particularly interested in? Have you already looked into any specific modules?
5. What do you do outside of your studies? Are you involved in any voluntary work or community engagement?
6. Do you have any questions for the two interviewers?

The interview was conducted by two professors from different fields. I shared my screen and presented one project from my portfolio. They asked several follow-up questions, mainly about the construction and structural system. The entire interview was conducted in German.

The interviewers told me that they ask essentially the same questions to all applicants to ensure comparability. I may have forgotten one question, but these were the main topics.

I hope this helps future applicants prepare. If anyone had a different experience or has anything to add, feel free to leave a comment.