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About HU

Humboldt University of Berlin (HU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Berlin, Germany. HU is working together with European University Association (EUA).

The university is ranked number 120 in QS World University Rankings 2024. The university is in top-90 of the independent international ranking THE.

At HU, you can get a master and doctorate degree in different fields of study.

Location
Berlin, Germany
Establishment year
1810
Students
33,868
International students
6,096

Place in ratings

Rating QS
2024#120
Rating THE
2024#87
By subject
SubjectPlace in QS 2023
Arts & Humanities20
Natural Sciences69
Social Sciences & Management82
Agriculture & Forestry101-150
Accounting & Finance101-150
Engineering & Technology234
Life Sciences & Medicine259
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HU tuition fees

As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at HU is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Studying at public institutions in Germany is free, regardless of the chosen program. Students pay only a semester fee. At HU, it is about 642 USD per year. The educational institution helps with tuition fees through financial support programs. They are available to local and international students. On the official website of the university, you will find all the relevant information about tuition fees and scholarships.

Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.

Academic calendar
Semesters
Financial Aid
Yes

Study programs at HU

Engineering & Technology
Polymer Science
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL PBT — 510, TOEFL iBT — 90
Applied Sciences & Professions
Information Science
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Applied Sciences & Professions
Computer Science & IT
Journalism & Media
Journalism & Media
Information Science
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Applied Sciences & Professions
Computer Science & IT
Journalism & Media
Computer Science & IT
Computational Neuroscience
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL PBT — 570, TOEFL iBT — 88
Information Science
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Applied Sciences & Professions
Computer Science & IT
Journalism & Media
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Fish Biology, Fisheries and Aquaculture
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Agriculture & Forestry
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Global Change Geography
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
CAE — 160, IELTS — 5.5, TOEFL iBT — 72
Economics & Business Management
Business Administration
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
FCE — 180, IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 95
Humanities
British Studies
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Exam scores
CAE — 193, IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL PBT — 600, TOEFL iBT — 100
Global History
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5, TOEFL iBT — 100
International Relations
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 95
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Biophysics
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 95
Computational Neuroscience
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL PBT — 570, TOEFL iBT — 88
Polymer Science
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL PBT — 510, TOEFL iBT — 90
Agriculture & Forestry
Agricultural Economics
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Agriculture & Forestry
Exam scores
CAE — 180, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL PBT — 600, TOEFL iBT — 100
Fish Biology, Fisheries and Aquaculture
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Agriculture & Forestry
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Social Sciences & Management
Agricultural Economics
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Agriculture & Forestry
Exam scores
CAE — 180, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL PBT — 600, TOEFL iBT — 100
British Studies
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Exam scores
CAE — 193, IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL PBT — 600, TOEFL iBT — 100
Global Change Geography
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
CAE — 160, IELTS — 5.5, TOEFL iBT — 72
Global History
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.5, TOEFL iBT — 100
Global Studies Programme
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
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Other
English Literatures
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL PBT — 600, TOEFL iBT — 100
Modern South- and Southeast Asian Studies
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Quantitative Molecular Biology
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 95
Other programs
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
European PhD in Socio-Economic and Statistical Studies (SESS)
Study degree
PhD
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Social Sciences & Management
European PhD in Socio-Economic and Statistical Studies (SESS)
Study degree
PhD
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Other
BGSS International Doctoral Program
Study degree
PhD
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Berlin Doctoral Program in Economics and Management Science (BDPEMS)
Study degree
PhD
Study form
Full-time
Duration
60 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Exam scores
IELTS — 7.0, TOEFL iBT — 95
Other programs
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Bachelor degree at HU

Schooling in Germany lasts longer than in other countries. Therefore, it is impossible to enter a university immediately after the 11th grade — first, you need to eliminate the academic difference. There are special educational institutions for foreign students — Studienkollegs.

Master's degree at HU

In order to enroll at HU for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 5.5. TOEFL — 72 or higher.

IELTS
5.5
TOEFL iBT
72
TOEFL PBT
510

Doctorate degree at HU

If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS or TOEFL. For enrollment, you need to pass TOEFL with 95 points. The minimum score for IELTS is 7.

IELTS
7
TOEFL iBT
95

HU campus

HU has an urban campus, which provides students with many options for study and recreation. The abundance of museums, theaters and cinemas creates opportunities for the cultural development of young people. In the city, there are also large companies that offer internships. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. Not only locals study at HU, but also students from other countries. This is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the culture of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.

Campus Type
Urban
Library
Yes
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What to do after graduation

To stay in Germany after graduation for another 18 months, you need to apply for a graduate visa, which allows you to work without an offer from an employer. Graduates of HU are in demand in the labor market, as the reputation of the educational institution among employers is quite high according to the results of the QS world ranking. Look for more immigration options in our article.

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