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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 126 in QS World University Rankings 2025. The university is in top-80 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
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
---|---|
Arts & Humanities | 29 |
Natural Sciences | 72 |
Social Sciences & Management | 77 |
Accounting & Finance | 101-150 |
Life Sciences & Medicine | 175 |
Engineering & Technology | 222 |
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 613 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
Applied Sciences & Professions
Information Science
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Journalism & Media
Information Science
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Computational Neuroscience
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Information Science
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Fish Biology, Fisheries and Aquaculture
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Global Change Geography
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Integrated Natural Resource Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Business Administration
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
British Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Global History
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
International Relations
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Biophysics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Computational Neuroscience
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Polymer Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Agriculture & Forestry
Agricultural Economics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Fish Biology, Fisheries and Aquaculture
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Agricultural Economics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
British Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Global Change Geography
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Global History
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Global Studies Programme
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
English Literatures
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Modern South- and Southeast Asian Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Quantitative Molecular Biology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
European PhD in Socio-Economic and Statistical Studies (SESS)
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
European PhD in Socio-Economic and Statistical Studies (SESS)
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
BGSS International Doctoral Program
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Berlin Doctoral Program in Economics and Management Science (BDPEMS)
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
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
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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