Comparison
Technical University of Munich vs University of Melbourne
MSc Computer Science · Munich vs Master of Computer Science · Melbourne
Last reviewed: July 2026
Short answer: Technical University of Munich (MSc Computer Science) is the cheaper program overall, Technical University of Munich (MSc Computer Science) reports the higher starting salary, and Technical University of Munich (MSc Computer Science) pays back fastest against the standard ₹8L India baseline. Technical University of Munich (MSc Computer Science)currently has the stronger post-study work / visa pathway. No single program wins on everything - which one is actually "better" depends on your budget, priority (salary vs. migration vs. affordability), and your own admit odds.
| Technical University of Munich | University of Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Australia |
| City | Munich | Melbourne |
| Duration | 24 months | 24 months |
| Total cost | ₹61.0L | ₹1.11Cr |
| Avg. starting salary | ₹63.1L/yr | ₹54.2L/yr |
| Payback period | 1.1 yrs | 2.4 yrs |
| Visa pathway | Strong | Moderate |
| Min. GPA (4.0 scale) | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Test requirement | IELTS 6.5; GRE/GATE required for applicants from India | IELTS 6.5 |
| Consultant-oversold flag | No | No |
Technical University of Munich: the honest note
Correction from a common assumption: TUM now charges real non-EU tuition (this was previously near-free) - factor that in, not the old reputation. 18-month post-study job-search visa still applies.
University of Melbourne: the honest note
2-year duration raises total cost. Australia's 485 graduate visa was tightened in 2026 (age cap dropped to 35, IELTS bar raised to 6.5, fees up sharply).
How payback is calculated
Payback = total program cost ÷ (starting salary abroad − ₹8,00,000 India baseline). The baseline rises for IIT/NIT-class graduates, which lengthens payback for those students on both programs above. Full formula and worked example in the payback period guide.
Sources
Technical University of Munich: Tuition policy: tum.de (non-EU fee rules) · Salary band: Glassdoor / Indeed / PayScale / ZipRecruiter (Jul 2026) · Visa: Germany 18-month post-study job-search visa
University of Melbourne: Tuition & India entry requirements: study.unimelb.edu.au · Salary band: Glassdoor / Indeed / PayScale / ZipRecruiter (Jul 2026) · Visa: Australia Subclass 485, homeaffairs.gov.au (2026 rules)
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