5 Most Popular Subjects to Study in Germany
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Posted on 14 Mar '23

5 Most Popular Subjects to Study in Germany

With a reputation of excellence and (almost) free tuition, Germany is one of the most popular study abroad destinations. But what do most prospective students want to study in Germany? And does your dream Masters subject make the cut? .

We’ve taken a look at the search data on our website and here are your top five searched for subjects to study in Germany, as of 2023.

#5 Strategic Management

Germany is home to some popular national and international Business Schools making it the perfect place for those looking to study Strategic Management. Whether it is the quality of education or the active graduate job market, Germany gives you the means to achieve your dreams.

Search our website for a list of Strategic Management Masters in Germany.

#4 Project Management

Project Management, despite being a relatively new area of study, is proving popular among students. Graduates are highly sought-after by some of the biggest companies in Germany. You will enjoy a very competitive salary and the chance to work at some of the biggest German companies like Siemens or BMW.

You can start your search by looking at Project Management Masters course listings on our website.

#3 International Business

Do you dream of working with people from all around the world? A Masters in International Business might be the best way forward for you. And what better place than the biggest economy in Europe? Plus the majority of Germany’s International Business courses are now taught in English so they are very popular among home and international students alike.

Search our database of International Business Masters in Germany and find the perfect course for you.

#2 Management Studies

A Management Masters in Germany is popular among both home and international students. You can opt for general management subjects or go for a specific area or industry like Engineering or Human Resources. In both cases, a Masters in Management Studies will equip you for top-level jobs at successful German companies.

Start your search by looking at our database of Management Masters in Germany.

#1 Business

As the largest economy in the EU, it is no surprise that Business is the most popular subject among students looking to do a Masters in Germany. With more and more courses being taught in English, language is never a barrier. You could end up working with some of the world’s biggest German companies like BMW, Bosch and Mercedes at some of the most lucrative salaries.

You can start with the almost 200 courses listed on our website!

This list might make it seem that every student studying in Germany is doing a Business-related Masters, but a deeper dive reveals that Engineering and Marketing are also popular subject areas. Here is a complete list of ten of the most popular Masters subjects in Germany. .

Now that you’re a step closer to deciding which course to study, read our guides on studying in Germany to find out more about applying, funding and your life as a student.

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Last updated: 08 January 2024