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University of Hamburg
Hamburg·Public university·Est. 1919
University of Hamburg is a public university in Hamburg, Hamburg.
University of Hamburg is a public university in Hamburg, Hamburg.
Founded in 1919 as a public university.Programmes taught in Bilingual and English and English or German and more.
About University of Hamburg
University of Hamburg is a public university in Hamburg, Hamburg, founded in 1919. It is one of the U15 group of major German research universities. It offers 82 Master's programmes and is ranked #193 worldwide in the QS World University Rankings.
Accreditation
State-recognised
Address
The address of the University of Hamburg is: Universität Hamburg Edmund-Siemers-Allee 1 20146 Hamburg Germany
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uni-hamburg.de/en.htmlRankings
How University of Hamburg places in the major global and German rankings.
QS
#193
2026
THE
#125
2026
Sources
82 programmes match your filters
82 programmes
- MA
Archaeology and Cultural History of the Ancient Mediterranean
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in GermanWinter and summer intake8 days left - MA
Art History
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in GermanWinter and summer intake8 days left - M.Sc.
Atmospheric Science
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - M.Sc.
Bioinformatics
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.Sc.
Biology
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.A.
British and American Cultures: Texts and Media
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.Sc.
Business Administration
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesEnglish or German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.Sc.
Business Informatics [Information Systems]
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - MSc
Business Mathematics
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in EnglishWinter and summer intake8 days left - MSc
Chemie
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesEnglish or GermanWinter and summer intake8 days left - M.Sc.
Cosmetic Science
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.Sc.
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - MBA
Digital and Media Management (MBA)
University of HamburgHamburgTuition over 1,500 EUR per semesterTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - Master of Science in Economics
Economics
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - M.A.
Educational Science
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.A.
Empirical Cultural Studies
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.A.
English as a World Language (ENGAGE)
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter and summer intake8 days left - M.A.
Ethnologie [Social and Cultural Anthropology]
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesEnglish or German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.A.
European Master in Classical Cultures
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Laws (LLM)
European Studies and European Legal Studies (MA/LLM)
University of HamburgHamburgTuition over 1,500 EUR per semesterTaught in English2 semestersWinter intake23 days left - M.Sc.
Food Chemistry
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesBilingual (English and German)4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.Sc.
Geography - Global Transformations and Environmental Changes
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left - M.Sc.
Geophysics
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in English4 semestersWinter intakeApplications closed - M.Sc.
Geosciences
University of HamburgHamburgNo tuition feesTaught in German4 semestersWinter intake8 days left
Costs and fees
Tuition
No tuition fees for most programmes
Public universities in Hamburg 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 University of Hamburg's fee page for its exact fees.
Fee details on university websiteEstimated monthly living costs (general estimate)
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
General estimate based on Berlin. Costs vary by city and 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 University of Hamburg 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 University of Hamburg
For clubs, accommodation, and campus life, the university website is the best source. Programme pages cover academics and intake.
University websiteHamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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Address
The address of the University of Hamburg is: Universität Hamburg Edmund-Siemers-Allee 1 20146 Hamburg Germany
20146