Instead of juggling six modules at once, students at SRH University Heidelberg take one block at a time. The CORE model splits the year into five-week blocks, each ending with a project or exam. Founded in 1969, SRH is one of Germany's older private universities and part of a foundation that also runs hospitals and schools. International students mostly come for English-taught master's programmes in computing, data, water technology and business.
Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Official website: srh-hochschule-heidelberg.de
1969
CORE, five-week study blocks
State-recognised private university
Heidelberg
€11,000 – €15,000
Non-EU students, master's programmes
€11,000 – €13,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on srh-hochschule-heidelberg.de before you apply.
MSc Applied Computer Science
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct, Apr
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
MSc Big Data and Artificial Intelligence
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct, Apr
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
MSc Water Technology
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
MA International Business and Leadership
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Oct, Apr
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 88
Five-week blocks, one subject at a time.
English-taught master's in computing and data.
A classic university town on the Neckar.
Computing and data graduates join software firms around Heidelberg, Mannheim and Walldorf, home of SAP.
Graduates can stay in Germany for up to 18 months to look for work.
Learning German opens many more jobs in the region.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
Selected programmes
Postgrad
Selected programmes
The SRH campus is in the west of Heidelberg, a tram ride from the old town, the castle and the Neckar river.
Heidelberg is small, pretty and full of students. Rent is higher than in many German cities, and Mannheim and Frankfurt are close by train.
Admission letter from SRH University Heidelberg
Blocked account for living costs
German-recognised health insurance
APS certificate for applicants from India
English test at required level
Valid passport and national visa form
SRH accepts applications on a rolling basis. Non-EU applicants should apply at least five months ahead to open a blocked account and get a visa appointment.
Most master's programmes start in October, and several also start in April.
You'll need a national visa for study. The blocked account is the part people forget to open in time, so start it as soon as the admission letter arrives. Indian applicants also need an APS certificate.
Applied computer science, big data and AI, water technology and international business are popular. Entry needs a relevant bachelor's degree and IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 88. Some programmes also ask for a motivation letter.
SRH offers some scholarships and early-payment discounts. The Deutschlandstipendium is also open to strong students. Ask admissions for details.
