Universität Heidelberg

Grabengasse 1, Heidelberg Germany

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# =84QS World University Rankings

64Undergraduate programs

132Postgraduate programs

151 EURTuition Fee/year

About Universität Heidelberg

Heidelberg University: The Future. Since 1386.

Founded in 1386, Heidelberg University is the oldest university in today’s Germany and one of Europe’s most research-intensive institutions. Its successes in the Excellence Competitions of the German federal and state governments, and in internationally recognised rankings, prove Heidelberg University’s excellent reputation and leading role in the scientific community. In educating students and supporting outstanding early-career researchers, the university relies on research-based teaching and well-structured support for doctoral candidates and postdocs.

Comprehensive research university

Heidelberg University is a comprehensive research university. Its broad subject spectrum in thirteen faculties includes the humanities and social sciences, law, the natural and engineering sciences, and the life sciences, as well as medicine. As a comprehensive university, Heidelberg is committed to advancing exceptional individual disciplines, promoting dialogue beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries, and turning research findings to good use for society and the economy. In this endeavour, it also relies on strong partners outside the university.

Outstanding conditions for students

Around 30,000 students are currently enrolled at Heidelberg University. With more than 180 study programmes, Heidelberg offers a spectrum of subject combinations virtually unparalleled in Germany. This unique range creates an optimal setting for an individualised and interdisciplinary education. Heidelberg University’s transdisciplinary qualification and advanced training offers for students at all stages of their education are coordinated by the heiSKILLS Competence and Language Centre. Besides teaching foreign language skills and other key competences to enhance the students’ profile, heiSKILLS also provides guidance for a successful start in working life.

Focus on doctoral candidates and postdocs

Supporting young researchers is an essential strategic field of action for Heidelberg University. The goal is to attract the best talents from all over the world and offer them optimal conditions for a successful career within the university and beyond. As an integrated quality programme for doctoral training, heiDOCS aims to continuously enhance and optimise the overall conditions for doctoral candidates at Heidelberg University. The Graduate Academy coordinates all related counselling, advanced training and funding offers. heiTRACKS is the framework for a wide range of support measures aimed at young researchers who have completed their doctorate.

Strong international presence

Heidelberg University is tied into a worldwide network of research and teaching collaborations. Exchange programmes have been established with roughly 480 universities worldwide. Heidelberg’s strong global presence is evidenced by its 27 institutional partnerships with universities around the world and its membership in networks such as the 4EU+ European University Alliance, the League of European Research Universities and the Coimbra Group. The university has four centres abroad in Latin America, North America, Southeast Asia and East Asia. Together with their related institutes in Heidelberg, they are the institutional bridges connecting the university to its strategic focus regions.

Internationally renowned research location

The university is the key player in the middle of a unique research and development network in the city of Heidelberg and in the region. It cooperates closely with a large number of local research institutions and industrial partners. Research, teaching, transfer as well as the support of early-career researchers are the university’s main areas of activity in its collaboration endeavours. Heidelberg University is a core member of the Health + Life Science Alliance Heidelberg Mannheim, which aims to develop the Rhine-Neckar region into an internationally leading bio-medical-technological cluster for life sciences, the health economy and medical technology.

Studying and living in a cosmopolitan atmosphere

Heidelberg’s cosmopolitan and student-friendly atmosphere is one of the city’s distinguishing features. Situated in a region with a high quality of life, the university offers a varied programme of sports and leisure activities alongside work and studies. Theatres, renowned film and music festivals and a large number of museums create a sophisticated and diverse cultural atmosphere. Popular local tourist destinations include the world-famous Heidelberg Castle, the historic streets and alleys in the old town and the Philosophers’ Walk, one of the most spectacular hillside promenades in Europe.

About Universität Heidelberg

Heidelberg University: The Future. Since 1386.

Comprehensive research university

Outstanding conditions for students

Focus on doctoral candidates and postdocs

Strong international presence

Internationally renowned research location

Studying and living in a cosmopolitan atmosphere

Bachelor’s studies at Heidelberg University

As an undergraduate course of studies, the bachelor’s programme awards graduates the academic degree of Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in the natural sciences and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in the social sciences and humanities. With a range of approximately 60 bachelor’s programmes at 13 faculties, Heidelberg University offers a variety of subject combinations that is virtually unparalleled in Germany. The bachelor’s degree qualifies graduates to enter into a profession and is the academic prerequisite for enrolling in a master’s programme. Holders of a bachelor’s degree with the option for a teaching certificate may choose to continue studying for a Master of Education (M.Ed.), which qualifies them to progress to the teaching experience phase.

Programme structure

Bachelor’s programmes at Heidelberg University are generally completed in six semesters. Students may earn 100 per cent of their credits in one subject or distribute the credits across two subjects at a ratio of 50/50 or 75/25. To complete a bachelor’s programme, students must earn 180 credit points, 20 of them in the ‘General Competencies’ module. At the end of the programme, students are required to write a bachelor’s thesis and may also have to pass an oral examination. The law, medical, pharmaceutical and dental medicine programmes end with a state examination. These programmes have a standard duration of eight (pharmacy), ten (law, dentistry) and twelve (medicine) semesters.

The Study Programme Finder of Heidelberg University provides an overview of all degree courses and possible subject combinations.

Arts and Humanities (5)

Bachelor's Degree in American Studies

Bachelor's Degree in Ancient History

Bachelor's Degree in Assyriology

Bachelor's Degree in Byzantine Archaeology and Art History

Bachelor's Degree in Classical Archaeology

Bachelor's Degree in Comparative German Studies

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Engineering and Technology (5)

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Molecular Biotechnology

Life Sciences and Medicine (5)

Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology

Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Bachelor's Degree in Biosciences

Bachelor's Degree in Interprofessional Health Care

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Informatics

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Natural Sciences (5)

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's Degree in Earth Sciences

Bachelor's Degree in Geography

Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's Degree in Physics

Social Sciences and Management (5)

Bachelor's Degree in Chinese Studies

Bachelor's Degree in Christianity and Culture

Bachelor's Degree in East Asian Studies

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Bachelor's Degree in Education Studies

Bachelor's Degree in Gerontology, Health and Care

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Master’s studies at Heidelberg University

As an advanced course of studies, a master’s programme usually follows a bachelor’s or other undergraduate programme. It awards graduates the academic degree of Master of Science (M.Sc.) in the natural sciences and Master of Arts (M.A.) in the social sciences and humanities. The Master of Education (M.Ed.) prepares students for work as a teacher. With a range of approximately 100 master’s programmes at 13 faculties, Heidelberg University offers a variety of subject combinations that is virtually unparalleled in Germany. A master’s programme is a solid foundation for entry into professional life or a career in academia.

Programme structure

A master’s programme at Heidelberg University is usually completed in four semesters – in some cases two or three semesters. Some master’s programmes are taught partially or entirely in English. A four-semester master’s course generally requires 120 credit points. The structure of some master’s programmes provides for an accompanying subject in which 20 credit points must be earned. At the end of the programme, students are required to write a master’s thesis and may also have to pass an oral examination. With a Master of Education, graduates can progress to the teaching experience phase or pursue a number of academic career paths.

The Study Programme Finder of Heidelberg University provides an overview of all degree courses and possible subject combinations.

Arts and Humanities (5)

German-French Master's Degree in History (Heidelberg and Paris)

Master's Degree in American Studies

Master's Degree in Ancient History

Master's Degree in Assyriology

Master's Degree in Byzantine Archaeology and Art History

Master's Degree in Classical Archaeology

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Engineering and Technology (5)

Master's Degree in Computer Engineering

Master's Degree in Computer Science

Master's Degree in Matter to Life

Master's Degree in Molecular Biotechnology

Master's Degree in Scientific Computing

Master's Degree of Education Extension Subject in Computer Science

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Life Sciences and Medicine (5)

Master's Degree in Anthropology

Master's Degree in Biochemistry

Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering

Master's Degree in Health Services Research and Implementation Science in Health Systems

Master's Degree in Health and Society in South Asia

Master's Degree in Medical Informatics

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Natural Sciences (5)

Master's Degree in Chemistry

Master's Degree in Earth Sciences

Master's Degree in Geoarchaeology

Master's Degree in Geography

Master's Degree in Mathematics

Master's Degree in Physics

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Social Sciences and Management (5)

Master's Degree in East Asian Studies

Master's Degree in Economics

Master's Degree in Education Studies with a Focus on Organisational Development

Master's Degree in Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies

Master's Degree in Japanese studies

Master's Degree in Jewish Studies

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University information

Admission
Students & Staff

General

Bachelor GPA

2.7+

IELTS

6.5+

TOEFL

90+

Total students

20,004

UG students

72%

PG students

28%

International students

4,517

UG students

56%

PG students

44%

Total faculty staff

4,235

Domestic staff

78%

Int'l staff

22%

Tuition fee and scholarships

Tuition Fee
Scholarships

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

151 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

151 EUR

Other Expenses

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.