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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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Does Humboldt University of Berlin offer online courses?

Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes, HU Berlin offers online courses. They are offered via the Humboldt Winter and Summer University online platform.

These programs can be pursued at one's own pace. Social Sciences, Metropolitan Studies, Language, Literature, and History are some of the standout courses for students to pursue at th

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Rachit Arora

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Is studying MS at HU Berlin budget-friendly?

Answered 4 weeks ago

Humboldt University of Berlin offers 23 MS Courses in varied field like Engineering, Life Sciences, Computer and many more.

The tuition fee at HU Berlin like many other German Universities is INR 0 for most of the courses.

The fee-component are given below:

Fee Component

Amount

Tuition

INR 0 – 10.3 L

Transportation

INR 44.04 K – 65.4 K

Insurance

INR 1.2 L – 1.44 L

Others

INR 8.18 K – 10.06 L

Total Fee

1.72 L – 22.46 L

 

Therefore, MS Courses at HU Berlin are affor

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Khushi Arora

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Is Humboldt University of Berlin prestigious?

Answered a month ago

Yes, the Humboldt University of Berlin or HU Berlin, is very well known as it is considered one of the top universities in Germany and Europe.  

As per the Humboldt University of Berlin QS Ranking in 2027,   it is placed at #140 which is a decline of 10 spots from the year 2026.

For employability, thi

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Bhumika Vimal

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What GPA do you need for Humboldt University of Berlin?

Answered a month ago

For the Humboldt University of Berlin admissions, Indian students are required to have a minimum GPA of around 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale which is above 80% in the Indian grading system. 

Some highly competitive courses may also require a 1.5 GPA or higher. The HU Berlin application needs to be sen

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Kanika Pandey

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What GPA do you need for Humboldt University?

Answered a month ago

For Indian students applying for the Humboldt University of Berlin admissions are required to have a minimum GPA of around 3.0 to 3,2 on a 4.0 scale. It is around 70% to 75% in their previous Indian degree. 

The competitive programs like the Numerus Clausus courses may require scores above 80% or a 7

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Bhumika Vimal

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