# Study in München district, Bavaria

> München is a rural district (Landkreis) in Bavaria with 354,396 people (Destatis, 31 Dec 2024). It has 3 universities: Technical University of Munich (Munich), Hochschule für angewandtes Management (Ismaning), Universität der Bundeswehr München (Neubiberg). Summers average 18 °C and winters 0.7 °C, with about 1,022 mm of rain a year (DWD, 1991–2020).

Landkreis München combines university campuses and commuter towns around Munich with lakes, palace gardens and a demanding housing market.

## Key facts

| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 354,396 | Destatis, 31 Dec 2024 |
| Area | 664.25 km² | Destatis |
| Universities in the district | 3 | Where Is My Uni? catalogue |
| Nearest university | Universität der Bundeswehr München, Neubiberg (1 km) | Where Is My Uni? catalogue |
| Typical student rent | €340 per month — Published monthly warm rent for a single room in a two-person shared flat at Enzianstraße, Garching II; Studierendenwerk price list dated February 2026. This is a residence-specific price, not a district market average. Official price list | [source](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/fileadmin/studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern/bereiche/wohnen/wohnheime/00_dateien/Wartezeiten_Mietpreisliste_deutsch.pdf) |
| Mean temperature | 9.2 °C (summer 18 °C, winter 0.7 °C) | DWD 1991–2020 |
| Rain | 1,022 mm a year | DWD 1991–2020 |
| Sunshine | 1,798 hours a year | DWD 1991–2020 |

## About München district

Landkreis München is the district surrounding Munich; the city of Munich is a separate administrative area. Its towns include Garching, Ismaning, Neubiberg, Unterföhring and Oberschleißheim. Check the municipality on a housing advert carefully: a Munich-area address does not necessarily mean living in the city itself. [District municipality directory](https://www.landkreis-muenchen.de/landkreis/gemeinden-und-staedte/)

The district combines research and business locations with places for quieter afternoons outdoors. Garching has a TUM campus, Neubiberg hosts Infineon’s headquarters, and Oberschleißheim has the Schleißheim palace complex and gardens. For students, the most useful way to compare towns is by the journey to their particular campus. [TUM campus life](https://www.global.tum.de/en/global/campuslife/), [Infineon](https://www.infineon.com/de/careers/students-graduates/dual-study-programs), [Schleißheim visitor guide](https://www.schloss.bayern.de/deutsch/service/infomat/screen-pdf/schleissheim_engl.pdf)

- **Garching bei München**: A university location with TUM campus activities and a direct U6 connection to central Munich. [TUM](https://www.global.tum.de/en/global/campuslife/), [MVV timetable](https://www.mvv-muenchen.de/fileadmin/mediapool/downloads/fahrplanmedien/2026/21-U6-s26-1-MFP_XL.pdf)
- **Neubiberg**: Infineon’s headquarters campus accommodates research and development, IT and central company functions. [Infineon](https://www.infineon.com/de/careers/students-graduates/dual-study-programs)
- **Unterföhring**: A location for media employment, including the ProSiebenSat.1 campus. [ProSiebenSat.1 careers](https://careers.prosiebensat1.com/)
- **Oberschleißheim**: Home to the Schleißheim palaces and a Studierendenwerk residence served by the S1. [Palace visitor guide](https://www.schloss.bayern.de/deutsch/service/infomat/screen-pdf/schleissheim_engl.pdf), [Student residence](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/oberschleissheim/)
- **Unterschleißheim**: The town hosts the Lohhofer Volksfest, with a procession, music and fairground attractions. [Municipal festival programme](https://www.unterschleissheim.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Volksfest/Volksfest_2026/26ProgrammRGB.pdf)

## Universities

Study options include Technical University of Munich, with its Garching campus, Hochschule für angewandtes Management, and Universität der Bundeswehr München. TUM also organises international student activities in Garching. [TUM](https://www.global.tum.de/en/global/campuslife/), [HAM](https://www.fham.de/), [Universität der Bundeswehr](https://www.unibw.de/home-en/studies/civilian-students/admission) Civilian admission to Universität der Bundeswehr follows specific partner or Bundeswehr career routes and depends on available capacity; check eligibility before treating it as an ordinary application option. [Civilian admission](https://www.unibw.de/home-en/studies/civilian-students/admission) Choose housing around your teaching location: the U6 connects Garching with central Munich, but an address elsewhere in the district may involve a different route and transfers. [MVV timetable](https://www.mvv-muenchen.de/fileadmin/mediapool/downloads/fahrplanmedien/2026/21-U6-s26-1-MFP_XL.pdf)

- **Technical University of Munich** (Munich) — 216 courses
- **Hochschule für angewandtes Management** (Ismaning) — 64 courses
- **Universität der Bundeswehr München** (Neubiberg) — 43 courses

## Housing

Start searching early and keep several options open. The Studierendenwerk describes affordable student housing in Munich and its surroundings as scarce. Its February 2026 list gives an approximate four-semester wait for a shared-flat room at Garching II, so a residence application should accompany a private-room search. [Studierendenwerk housing](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/), [Rent and waiting-time list](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/fileadmin/studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern/bereiche/wohnen/wohnheime/00_dateien/Wartezeiten_Mietpreisliste_deutsch.pdf)

**How to find a place**

- Check Studierendenwerk eligibility and apply for its Garching and Oberschleißheim residences while continuing your private search. [Studierendenwerk](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/)
- Use WG-Gesucht, Immowelt and ImmobilienScout24 with searches for individual district towns; TUM recommends these housing channels. [TUM accommodation guide](https://www.tum.de/fileadmin/user_upload_87/ge63xay/Searching_for_Accommodation.pdf)
- If you have a TUM account, check TUM Living; also consult the Studierendenwerk’s private accommodation service. [TUM accommodation guide](https://www.tum.de/fileadmin/user_upload_87/ge63xay/Searching_for_Accommodation.pdf)
- Test the complete journey from each prospective address to your teaching building, including evening services, in the MVV journey planner. [MVV](https://efa.mvv-muenchen.de/index.html?name_dm=de:09184:2310)
- Compare warm rent and remaining bills carefully: TUM’s guide explains that electricity and internet may be additional costs. [TUM accommodation guide](https://www.tum.de/fileadmin/user_upload_87/ge63xay/Searching_for_Accommodation.pdf)

**Student residences**

- [Jochbergweg — Garching I](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/jochbergweg-garching-i/) (Studierendenwerk München Oberbayern): At Jochbergweg 1, 3, 5 and 7, with access via U6 Garching and shared communal facilities. [Residence details](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/jochbergweg-garching-i/)
- [Enzianstraße — Garching II](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/enzianstrasse-garching-ii/) (Studierendenwerk München Oberbayern): At Enzianstraße 1–3, with access via U6 Garching. [Residence details](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/enzianstrasse-garching-ii/)
- [Wohnanlage Oberschleißheim](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/oberschleissheim/) (Studierendenwerk München Oberbayern): At Am Schäferanger 9–15, served by S1 Oberschleißheim. [Residence details](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/oberschleissheim/)

## Cost of living

Housing deserves the closest attention in your budget: affordable rooms are scarce across Munich and its surroundings, so do not assume that a district address guarantees a cheap rental. [Studierendenwerk](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/) For transport in 2026, the regular Deutschlandticket costs €63 monthly; eligible students can obtain the Bavarian discounted version for €43 monthly. These are transport subscriptions, separate from rent and university charges. [MVV 2026 ticket guide](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/ueber-uns/semesterticketmuenchen/) Compare actual room offers and their included bills rather than budgeting from a presumed saving over central Munich.

## Jobs & employers

The district offers routes into technology, aerospace and media employment. Infineon has research, IT and corporate functions in Neubiberg; Airbus describes space technology and cybersecurity activities at its Munich/Ottobrunn site; ProSiebenSat.1 has a campus in Unterföhring. These employers are useful starting points for a targeted student-job search. [Infineon](https://www.infineon.com/de/careers/students-graduates/dual-study-programs), [Airbus](https://www.airbus.com/de/careers/students-and-graduates/apprentices/apprenticeships-in-germany?trk=public_profile__reactions-text), [ProSiebenSat.1](https://careers.prosiebensat1.com/)

- Engineering, IT and cybersecurity working-student roles or internships at Airbus’s German locations, including Munich. [Airbus student opportunities](https://www.airbus.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates/interns/internships-and-working-students-in-germany)
- Media, marketing and digital-product internships through ProSiebenSat.1’s student recruitment portal. [ProSiebenSat.1 students](https://karriere.prosiebensat1.com/index.php/studierende)
- Working-student placements, internships and company-linked thesis projects at Infineon; filter opportunities by location. [Infineon students](https://www.infineon.com/careers/students-graduates/students)

- **Infineon Technologies** (Semiconductors): Its Neubiberg headquarters includes research and development, IT and central business functions. [Infineon location information](https://www.infineon.com/de/careers/students-graduates/dual-study-programs)
- **Airbus Defence and Space** (Aerospace and cybersecurity): The Munich/Ottobrunn site develops and produces satellite solar panels and optical space instruments and also works in cybersecurity. [Airbus site description](https://www.airbus.com/de/careers/students-and-graduates/apprentices/apprenticeships-in-germany?trk=public_profile__reactions-text)
- **ProSiebenSat.1** (Media and entertainment): Operates a campus in Unterföhring and provides entry routes for university students. [ProSiebenSat.1 careers](https://careers.prosiebensat1.com/)

## Getting around

The U6 connects Garching-Forschungszentrum directly with Marienplatz in central Munich; allow approximately 25–30 minutes on the train, before adding your walk or connecting bus. Other district journeys use the wider S-Bahn and bus network, so compare the actual route rather than distance alone. [MVV timetables](https://www.mvv-muenchen.de/fileadmin/mediapool/downloads/fahrplanmedien/2026/21-U6-s26-1-MFP_XL.pdf) The Deutschlandticket covers local buses, U-Bahn, S-Bahn and regional trains in second class; it does not cover ordinary ICE, IC or EC services. [MVV validity rules](https://www.mvv-muenchen.de/tickets-abos-preise/deutschland-ticket?mdrv=www.mvv-muenchen.de) Check current departures and engineering works before travelling. [MVV journey planner](https://efa.mvv-muenchen.de/index.html?name_dm=de:09184:2310)

- Station: München Hauptbahnhof — outside the district, in Munich city; a major interchange for regional and long-distance trains. [Deutsche Bahn departures](https://www.bahnhof.de/downloads/schedule/Regeltafel_4234.pdf)
- Nearest airport: Munich Airport — The S1 and S8 connect the airport with Munich; the airport quotes approximately 40 minutes to München Hauptbahnhof. Your journey to a district town depends on the route and any interchange. [Munich Airport transport information](https://www.munich-airport.com/public-transport-260822)

## Weather & seasons

- Winter: 0.7 °C, 59 mm rain a month, 2.5 h sun a day
- Spring: 9.1 °C, 82 mm rain a month, 5.8 h sun a day
- Summer: 18 °C, 126 mm rain a month, 7.5 h sun a day
- Autumn: 9.1 °C, 74 mm rain a month, 3.9 h sun a day

Expect cold winter mornings, possible frost and a noticeable change in daylight through the academic year. Summer is warmer but also rainy, so waterproof clothing remains useful for walking or cycling to class. Garchinger See provides a local option for warm-weather breaks; check the district’s bathing-water information before visiting. [Garchinger See](https://www.landkreis-muenchen.de/themen/freizeit-kultur-sport/badeseen-und-badegewaesser/garchinger-see/)

## Culture & language

Local associations and town festivals are good introductions to life beyond campus. Garching’s Heimatverein participates in the Bürgerwoche procession and runs regular gatherings, while the Lohhofer Volksfest programme includes brass music, folk dancing and evening bands. [Heimatverein Garching](https://heimatverein-garching.de/termine/), [Lohhofer Volksfest programme](https://www.unterschleissheim.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Volksfest/Volksfest_2026/26ProgrammRGB.pdf)

For student social life, TUM offers language cafés and international activities in Garching. The district’s towns should be assessed individually rather than treated as one nightlife area; if you plan an evening in central Munich, check your return connection first. [TUM international campus life](https://www.global.tum.de/en/global/campuslife/), [MVV journey planner](https://efa.mvv-muenchen.de/index.html?name_dm=de:09184:2310)

TUM provides English-language information for international students and opportunities to practise languages through its Garching language café. [TUM international campus life](https://www.global.tum.de/en/global/campuslife/) For everyday independence, aim to build conversational German; B1 is a useful personal target, rather than a district-wide admission requirement. TUM’s housing guidance also recommends improving German vocabulary during the accommodation search. [TUM accommodation guide](https://www.tum.de/fileadmin/user_upload_87/ge63xay/Searching_for_Accommodation.pdf) You may hear Bavarian greetings such as “Grüß Gott”; standard German remains the sensible language to learn first. [Study in Bavaria](https://www.study-in-bavaria.de/why-bavaria/discover-bavaria/learn-bavarian/)

## Local food

- **Weißwurst with sweet mustard and a pretzel**: A Munich-area classic, traditionally eaten as a late breakfast. [Munich tourism](https://www.munich.travel/en/topics/eat-drink/bavarian-food)
- **Obazda and Brezn**: A savoury cheese spread served with pretzels, associated with Bavarian beer-garden snacks. [Munich tourism](https://www.munich.travel/en/topics/eat-drink/bavarian-food)
- **Schweinebraten with dumplings**: Roast pork and dumplings are staples of the region’s traditional Bavarian tavern cooking. [Munich tourism](https://www.munich.travel/en/topics/eat-drink/bavarian-food)

## Events

- **Garchinger Bürgerwoche** (July; the verified 2026 edition ran from 2–12 July): A town celebration combining a Volksfest with a street festival and local associations’ participation. [Garching cultural office](https://www.kultur-garching.de/service/newsletter/archiv?newsletter=33866), [Heimatverein programme](https://heimatverein-garching.de/termine/)
- **Lohhofer Volksfest** (Late spring; the verified 2026 edition ran from 22–31 May): Unterschleißheim’s traditional fair includes rides, a procession, brass music and evening entertainment. Check the next edition’s dates before planning a visit. [Municipal programme](https://www.unterschleissheim.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Volksfest/Volksfest_2026/26ProgrammRGB.pdf)

## Places to see

- **Schleißheim palace complex** (Palace and gardens): Explore the New Palace, Old Palace, Lustheim Palace and their connecting gardens in Oberschleißheim. [Official visitor guide](https://www.schloss.bayern.de/deutsch/service/infomat/screen-pdf/schleissheim_engl.pdf)
- **Flugwerft Schleißheim** (Museum): The Deutsches Museum’s aviation branch in Oberschleißheim displays aircraft, engines and models in historic and modern exhibition buildings. [Deutsches Museum](https://www.deutsches-museum.de/flugwerft-schleissheim/)
- **Garchinger See** (Lake): A bathing and recreation lake northwest of Garching’s town centre, maintained by the town. [District lake information](https://www.landkreis-muenchen.de/themen/freizeit-kultur-sport/badeseen-und-badegewaesser/garchinger-see/)

## FAQ

### Is Landkreis München the same as Munich city?

No. Landkreis München contains separate towns and municipalities surrounding Munich, while Munich city is administered separately. Check which municipality your accommodation belongs to. [District municipality directory](https://www.landkreis-muenchen.de/landkreis/gemeinden-und-staedte/)

### Is Landkreis München a good place to live as a student?

It can be a practical choice when your home is close to your teaching location; Garching has TUM campus activities and student residences. Compare the complete commute before signing a tenancy. [TUM campus life](https://www.global.tum.de/en/global/campuslife/), [Garching residence](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/jochbergweg-garching-i/)

### Are there universities in Landkreis München?

Yes: options include TUM’s Garching campus and Universität der Bundeswehr München. Civilian admission to Universität der Bundeswehr is subject to particular entry routes and available capacity. [TUM](https://www.global.tum.de/en/global/campuslife/), [Universität der Bundeswehr admission](https://www.unibw.de/home-en/studies/civilian-students/admission)

### How do I get from Garching to central Munich?

Take the U6 directly from Garching-Forschungszentrum towards central Munich. The scheduled train journey to Marienplatz is approximately 25–30 minutes; allow extra time for walking and check current disruptions. [MVV timetable](https://www.mvv-muenchen.de/fileadmin/mediapool/downloads/fahrplanmedien/2026/21-U6-s26-1-MFP_XL.pdf)

### Is student housing in Landkreis München affordable?

Some student residences have comparatively low listed rents, but availability is limited. For example, the February 2026 Studierendenwerk list gives €340 monthly warm rent for a room in a two-person shared flat at Garching II, with an approximate four-semester wait. [Official rent and waiting-time list](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/fileadmin/studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern/bereiche/wohnen/wohnheime/00_dateien/Wartezeiten_Mietpreisliste_deutsch.pdf)

### What student jobs can I look for in Landkreis München?

Useful search areas include technology placements at Infineon, engineering and IT roles at Airbus, and media or marketing opportunities at ProSiebenSat.1. Use their student recruitment pages and filter for the local site; openings change. [Infineon](https://www.infineon.com/careers/students-graduates/students), [Airbus](https://www.airbus.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates/interns/internships-and-working-students-in-germany), [ProSiebenSat.1](https://karriere.prosiebensat1.com/index.php/studierende)

## Sources

- [Landkreis München municipality directory](https://www.landkreis-muenchen.de/landkreis/gemeinden-und-staedte/)
- [TUM international campus life](https://www.global.tum.de/en/global/campuslife/)
- [Hochschule für angewandtes Management](https://www.fham.de/)
- [Universität der Bundeswehr civilian admission](https://www.unibw.de/home-en/studies/civilian-students/admission)
- [Studierendenwerk housing information](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/)
- [Studierendenwerk rents and waiting times, February 2026](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/fileadmin/studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern/bereiche/wohnen/wohnheime/00_dateien/Wartezeiten_Mietpreisliste_deutsch.pdf)
- [Garching I residence](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/jochbergweg-garching-i/)
- [Garching II residence](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/enzianstrasse-garching-ii/)
- [Oberschleißheim residence](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/wohnheime/wohnanlagen/garching-oberschleissheim/oberschleissheim/)
- [TUM accommodation search guide](https://www.tum.de/fileadmin/user_upload_87/ge63xay/Searching_for_Accommodation.pdf)
- [Studierendenwerk student transport tickets](https://www.studierendenwerk-muenchen-oberbayern.de/ueber-uns/semesterticketmuenchen/)
- [MVV Deutschlandticket validity](https://www.mvv-muenchen.de/tickets-abos-preise/deutschland-ticket?mdrv=www.mvv-muenchen.de)
- [MVV U6 timetable 2026](https://www.mvv-muenchen.de/fileadmin/mediapool/downloads/fahrplanmedien/2026/21-U6-s26-1-MFP_XL.pdf)
- [MVV journey planner](https://efa.mvv-muenchen.de/index.html?name_dm=de:09184:2310)
- [Deutsche Bahn München Hauptbahnhof departures](https://www.bahnhof.de/downloads/schedule/Regeltafel_4234.pdf)
- [Munich Airport public transport](https://www.munich-airport.com/public-transport-260822)
- [Infineon locations and dual study](https://www.infineon.com/de/careers/students-graduates/dual-study-programs)
- [Infineon student opportunities](https://www.infineon.com/careers/students-graduates/students)
- [Airbus German site descriptions](https://www.airbus.com/de/careers/students-and-graduates/apprentices/apprenticeships-in-germany?trk=public_profile__reactions-text)
- [Airbus internships and working-student opportunities](https://www.airbus.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates/interns/internships-and-working-students-in-germany)
- [ProSiebenSat.1 careers](https://careers.prosiebensat1.com/)
- [ProSiebenSat.1 student recruitment](https://karriere.prosiebensat1.com/index.php/studierende)
- [Schleißheim official visitor guide](https://www.schloss.bayern.de/deutsch/service/infomat/screen-pdf/schleissheim_engl.pdf)
- [Deutsches Museum Flugwerft Schleißheim](https://www.deutsches-museum.de/flugwerft-schleissheim/)
- [Landkreis München Garchinger See](https://www.landkreis-muenchen.de/themen/freizeit-kultur-sport/badeseen-und-badegewaesser/garchinger-see/)
- [Munich tourism Bavarian food guide](https://www.munich.travel/en/topics/eat-drink/bavarian-food)
- [Garching cultural office 2026 programme](https://www.kultur-garching.de/service/newsletter/archiv?newsletter=33866)
- [Heimatverein Garching events](https://heimatverein-garching.de/termine/)
- [Unterschleißheim official Lohhofer Volksfest 2026 programme](https://www.unterschleissheim.de/fileadmin/dokumente/Volksfest/Volksfest_2026/26ProgrammRGB.pdf)
- [Study in Bavaria dialect introduction](https://www.study-in-bavaria.de/why-bavaria/discover-bavaria/learn-bavarian/)
- [Commons: New Schleißheim Palace photograph](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Nuevo_Palacio_Schleissheim,_Oberschleissheim,_Alemania,_2013-08-31,_DD_08.jpg)
- [Commons: Garching research campus photograph](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Garching-Forschungszentrum.jpg)
- [Commons: Garchinger See photograph](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Clouds_above_the_Garchinger_See.jpg)

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