Humboldt University is one of Germany's oldest and most research-intensive universities, founded in 1810. It pioneered the modern research university model and has produced 57 Nobel laureates. Students benefit from deep links to Berlin's science, policy, and arts sectors.
Berlin, Germany
Top 120
Top 5
57 laureates
Top 50 Worldwide
Excellence Initiative recipient
Law (Rechtswissenschaften)
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
German: DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4
Economics
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
Biology
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
German: DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4
Computer Science
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct, Apr
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
Philosophy
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
German: DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4
Global History
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90
57 Nobel laureates — more than most universities in the world.
Inventor of the research university — the Humboldtian model shaped higher education globally.
Charité partnership — medical students train at one of Europe's largest university hospitals.
German Excellence Initiative — recognised among Germany's elite research institutions since 2012.
Law graduates regularly enter Germany's federal courts, top firms, and EU institutions in Brussels.
Science alumni are recruited by Max Planck and Helmholtz research institutes across Germany.
Economics graduates join firms including Deutsche Bank, Siemens, and the German Federal Ministry of Finance.
Many graduates pursue PhDs — Humboldt ranks among Germany's top doctoral training destinations.
Undergrad
15th Jul 2025
Postgrad
31st May 2025
Undergrad
15th Jan 2025
Postgrad
15th Dec 2024
Humboldt's main campus sits on Unter den Linden in central Berlin, walking distance from the Reichstag and major museums. Most faculties are within easy reach by U-Bahn.
Berlin has over 200,000 students, making it one of Europe's largest student cities. Rent is lower than London or Paris, and the city's tech and creative job market is significant.
University admission letter required
Proof of €11,208 funds per year
Valid health insurance mandatory
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
Proof of accommodation in Berlin
Apply at German embassy in home country