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Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin)
Berlin·Public university·Est. 1948
Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin) is a public university in Berlin, Berlin.
Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin) is a public university in Berlin, Berlin.
Founded in 1948 as a public university.Programmes taught in Bilingual and English and English or German and more.
About Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin)
Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin) is a public university in Berlin, Berlin, founded in 1948. It offers 31 Master's programmes and is ranked #88 worldwide in the QS World University Rankings.
Accreditation
State-recognised
Address
The address of Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin) is: Freie Universität Berlin Kaiserswerther Straße 16-18 14195 Berlin Germany
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fu-berlin.de/enRankings
How Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin) places in the major global and German rankings.
QS
#88
2026
THE
#113
2026
Sources
31 programmes match your filters
31 programmes
- Master's
Applied Landscape and Field Archaeology (ALFA)
No tuition feesBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - M.A.
Archaeology of the Ancient World
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Bacholers
Biodiversity, Evolution, Ecology
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake69 days left - Master of Science
Bioinformatics
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Cognitive Neuroscience
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science in Computational Sciences
Computational Sciences
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/studium/studienangebot/master/data-science/index.html
Data Science
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - M.A.
Digital Studies of Ancient Texts
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Arts, MA
East European Studies
No tuition feesBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter intake69 days left - M.Sc.
Economics
No tuition feesBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Arts
English Studies: Literature, Language, Culture
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Finance, Accounting and Taxation
No tuition feesBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - M.Sc.
Geographical Environmental Research
No tuition feesBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter intake69 days left - M.Sc.
Geographies of Global Inequalities
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intake69 days left - Master of Arts
Global History
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Management & Marketing
No tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - M.A.
Media and Communication Studies
No tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed
Costs and fees
Tuition
No tuition fees for most programmes
Public universities in Berlin do not charge tuition fees for consecutive Bachelor's and Master's programmes, for EU and non-EU students alike. You also pay a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) of roughly 100 to 400 EUR, set by each university, which often includes a public transport pass. Continuing-education and executive Master's programmes, which usually require work experience, can charge fees even at public universities, and private universities set their own fees, so check Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin)'s fee page for its exact fees.
Fee details on university websiteEstimated monthly living costs in Berlin
Rent (shared flat)
500 EUR
Food and groceries
350 EUR
Public transport
70 EUR
Utilities and internet
150 EUR
Health insurance
110 EUR
Other essentials
160 EUR
Approximately 1,340 EUR per month
Indicative estimate. Costs vary by lifestyle.
International students also need to show proof of funds (a blocked account) for the student visa. Use our blocked account calculator and cost of living calculator for a personalised estimate.
Admissions
Application process
Admission requirements vary by programme and degree level. Each programme at Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin) sets its own prerequisites, including academic qualifications, language proficiency, and application deadlines. See the Programmes section for the exact requirements of each course.
Good to know: Detailed entry rules (APS obligations, uni-assist vs. direct application, per-nationality requirements) differ by programme. Always confirm with the university directly.
Admission details on university websiteHelpful tools
- APS eligibility quiz - find out if you need an APS certificate
- German grade calculator - convert your GPA to the German system
- Study in Germany guide - step-by-step admission guide
Student life at Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin)
For clubs, accommodation, and campus life, the university website is the best source. Programme pages cover academics and intake.
University websiteBerlin, Berlin, Germany
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Address
The address of Free University of Berlin (FU Berlin) is: Freie Universität Berlin Kaiserswerther Straße 16-18 14195 Berlin Germany
14195