A Masters in Germany is one of the most sought-after postgraduate study courses in Europe. With a historic higher education system and a large number of courses in English, it's not hard to see why!
In fact, Germany has more top-ranked universities than any other country outside the UK or USA. Better yet, most of the Masters study in Germany is free.
Why study a Masters in Germany?
A history of innovation and ingenuity - Germany's developments in science and engineering are as renowned as its contributions to philosophy, theology and the arts.
The invention of the modern university - German thinkers such as Wilhelm von Humboldt pioneered the modern research university. Their philosophy emphasised academic freedom, rigour and integrity.
A proudly international outlook - Around 11% of students in Germany come from abroad. The country also offers generous post-study work opportunities to both EU and non-EU graduates.
World-renowned qualifications - Germany has more top-ranked universities than any country besides the UK and the USA. Its degrees are recognised and respected worldwide.
Affordability - The majority of postgraduate education in Germany is free. There are no tuition fees at most German universities. Living costs in Germany are also modest in comparison to other European countries.
With more than 500 universities, there is plenty of choice for anyone wanting to study a Masters in Germany.
You'll find that universities in Germany are divided into four categories.
Research Universities(Universität) carry out academic research in various subjects. They award a range of Masters and PhD degrees.
Technical Universities(Technische Universität) traditionally specialise in science, technology and engineering research.
Universities of Applied Science(Fachhochschulen) focus on practical subjects such as Engineering, Business and Social Science
Colleges of Art, Film and Music offer specialised practical instruction in creative disciplines.
We have a complete guide on the top Masters universities in Germany in which we look at, in detail, about each of these different kinds of postgradute institutions. We also look at the 30 best universities in the country. To give you an overview, here are the top five universities for a Masters in Germany.
If you’re interested in studying your Masters in Germany, we’ve covered everything you need to know in our selection of guides below, including applications, visas and funding.
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Have a question about studying in Germany? Check if we've answered it in our detailed FAQ, covering fees, funding, accommodation, applications and more.
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