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4.3/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Multi-dimensional
Fun loving
Sporty
Internships3.5
Part time work3.5
Post study jobs4
Quality of faculty5
Student Life4.5
Value for money4.5
Public transportation5
Safety3.5
Indian Food5
Permanent Immigration4.5
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M.Sc. in Global Change Geography - Batch of 2027
4.2
A Wonderful Rollercoaster in Berlin :)
Tips: It's a great university, and I am grateful to be a part of it. However, yes, it's also stressful as one would learn a lot of new things in studies and in life. Living, earning, and studying in a new country have their own ups and downs. I did not avail myself of any scholarships, but there are some and they can be found under DAAD.
Likes (Indian Food): Berlin is an international hub consisting of a wide variety of restaurants from all over the world. However, yes, the food might be hilariously expensive (normal dal for 12 euros). I prefer to cook at home, but the mensa for lunch is a good alternative.
Dislikes (Internships): I rated internships low because HU Berlin operates like a traditional research university—meaning they don't have a placement cell that hands you corporate internships. You have to hunt for companies and apply completely on your own. Professors are super supportive if you ask for academic guidance or reference letters, but career placement isn't their job. The upside is that you can get great hands-on experience on campus by working as a HiWi (student assistant) alongside researchers and professors in your department.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026Read more
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MSc in Biophysics - Batch of 2024
4.4
A well-rounded academic and cultural experience with a vibrant student life in Berlin.
Tips: I joined the programme with a DAAD fellowship. We had meetups every 6 months where I met other students with the same scholarships from different South East Asian countries which was a great way to connect. Berlin has a large Indian community and I was actively involved in the cultural events and sports. I was also initially living with German flatmates which involved some cultural adjustments but over time I adapted comfortably.
Likes (Indian Food): Due to the wide variety and high number of restaurants in Berlin, there is more competition. Therefore, the prices are reasonable and affordable to students compared to smaller towns and cities where the availability of Indian restaurants is not much. On average, you can find at least one Indian restaurant every 1-2 km in Berlin. I generally prefer cooking at home but I occasionally eat outside too. University cafeterias are also a convenient and affordable option for regular meals.
Dislikes (Safety): Berlin is a large metropolitan city with a very diverse population, including many immigrants and homeless people. Therefore, there are occasional safety concerns, like theft. For eg, bicycle theft is quite common in Berlin. Students are therefore asked to use strong blocks and be cautious. Apart from campus security, the university provides controller access to certain buildings, student ID validation, and CCTV in common areas; however, there have been some incidents where unauthorized people have disguised themselves and entered the building. In some cases, the laptops and personal belongings have been stolen during lunch break when the rooms were attended.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes45 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026Read more
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What are the popular master courses at Humboldt University of Berlin?

Answered 3 weeks ago

Below are given some popular master courses at Humboldt University of Berlin:

  • Master's in Computer Science
  • MS in Business Administration
  • Polymer Science (M.Sc.)
  • Computational Neuroscience (M.Sc.)

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Ansh Gumber

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Why should Indian students opt for HU Berlin?

Answered a month ago

There are many reasons for Indian students to opt for HU Berlin –

·       The University doesn't charge any tuition fee for most of the courses, so it is very affordable.

·       The University has been ranked at #107 globally and #6 in Germany.

·       There are Scholarships available for Indian stude

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Khushi Arora

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How competitive is to get into HU Berlin?

Answered a month ago

The acceptance rate at the Humboldt University is around 18% for the International students. This is suggestive of high competition among students for seats at the University and the selectiveness of the University in terms of their admission process. Students need to perform really well academicall

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Khushi Arora

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What documents are required at HUB for MBA course?

Answered a month ago

The students who wants to get in Humboldt University for MBA Course may apply via uni-assist. The University offers 6 MBA Courses for a duration of 2 years and zero tuition fee. The document checklist is given below:

·       UG Degree

·       APS Certificate

·       English Lang Proficiency

·       Germ

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Khushi Arora

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Is it compulsory for students to learn German Language to study at HUB?

Answered a month ago

The courses are mostly English taught at Humboldt University of Berlin but the student should have basic knowledge of German Language to adjust well in the Campus and surrounding. German Language Tests accepted at the University are-

·       TestDaF

·       DSH

·       Goethe Certificate

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Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin, Germany
Berlin ( Other - Germany)

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