Berlin is not only the capital of Germany, but also one of the most important university and college cities, with around 200,000 students at 11 state and around 40 private universities.
Among the state universities are the world-renowned Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and Freie Universität Berlin with its medical faculty Charité, as well as Technische Universität Berlin and Berlin University of the Arts.
There are also numerous renowned private universities in Berlin, such as the Hertie School of Governance, Bard College, Medical School Berlin, IU Internationale Hochschule, as well as Hochschule Fresenius and many more.
But Berlin is not only a major university city, it is also a city with a high quality of life and an excellent infrastructure.
Public transport is well organised and allows students to get around the city quickly and comfortably.
In terms of leisure activities and recreational opportunities, Berlin also has a lot to offer.
The many green spaces and parks, such as the Tiergarten or Volkspark Friedrichshain, invite you to relax and do sports. The surrounding lakes and forests are also ideal for excursions and recreation.
In addition, there are many clubs and sports facilities for sports enthusiasts, with an equally wide range of activities.
Cultural events such as concerts, theatre performances and exhibitions are often open to students at reduced prices.
Berlin is also known for its diverse nightlife. There are countless bars, clubs and pubs that have something to offer for every taste. For students who like to party, Berlin is a paradise.
Berlin as a university city in figures. Cost of living is an index of cost of living + rent. A cost of living index of 120 means that living in this city is 20% more expensive than in New York City. Quality of life is the quality of life index, a combination of different indices. Details on the indices can be found at https://de.numbeo.com. Population density in inhabitants per km2
Inhabitants
3,850,809
Population density
4,127
Cost of living
70.35
Quality of life
158.17
Private universities
38
State universities
11
Church universities
2
Students
198,429
MSB Medical School Berlin
MSB Medical School Berlin is a private university based in Berlin that was founded in 2012. In the winter semester of 2022, around 1,400 students were enrolled at MSB.
The MSB combines the faculties of Health Sciences, which has the status of a university of applied sciences, and Natural Sciences, which has the status of a scientific university on a par with universities.
Teaching and research at the MSB is application-oriented and interdisciplinary, with a strong focus on innovation and quality. The university also attaches great importance to professional and constructive interaction between students and lecturers.
MSH Medical School Hamburg and BSP Business and Law School Berlin are partner universities in the university network with MSB Medical School Berlin.
The IU International University of Applied Sciences is the largest university in Germany with over 100,000 enrolled students. The university is based in Erfurt in Thuringia, but IU also offers its campus degree programmes at other locations throughout Germany.
IU operates a branch in Berlin, through which dual study programmes and campus study programmes are offered. The university also offers more than 100 distance learning programmes that can be studied regardless of location.
Die SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences was founded in 2002 and is a private, state-recognised university with around 2,700 students and its headquarters in Berlin, as well as other locations in Hamburg and Dresden. In Berlin, it offers degree programmes in the fields of business and management, technology and information technology, business psychology, as well as communication, media and design.
SRH Berlin is internationally oriented and offers English-language degree programmes as well as exchange programmes with partner universities worldwide. Students benefit from small classes and intensive support from qualified lecturers. The university places great emphasis on practice-oriented learning and provides its students with valuable insights into the working world through close cooperation with industry.
SRH Berlin's modern and well-equipped campuses are ideal for an interactive learning environment and offer students many opportunities for group work, projects and presentations. The university also places great emphasis on students' personal and professional development and offers support in finding jobs and preparing for working life.
SRH Berlin is home to several faculties in Berlin, which emerged from other universities and will soon be bundled together at a joint location in the new SRH building.
Fresenius University of Applied Sciences is one of the largest private universities of applied sciences in Germany. In the winter semester 2021/2022, a total of 17,045 students were enrolled at the university.
The university is headquartered in Idstein, Hesse, and also has branches in Hamburg, Cologne, Munich, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Berlin and New York. The university mainly offers degree programmes in the fields of business and natural sciences.
Many courses are not only offered as attendance courses, but also as distance learning or evening study courses. You can also transfer to another university location, such as Cologne, during the course of your studies.
The AMD Akademie Mode & Design is not an independent university, but part of the Fresenius University of Applied Sciences as the Department of Fashion & Design. It offers Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in the fields of fashion, design, management and communication.
AMD stands out for its practice-oriented education that is geared to the needs of the industry. The degree programmes cover a wide range of subjects, including fashion design, graphic design, brand management, fashion management and textile design.
The university places particular emphasis on fostering creativity and innovation, as well as on close cooperation with companies and institutions to provide students with practical experience and contacts in the industry.
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The FOM University of Applied Sciences is one of the largest private universities of applied sciences alongside the Fresenius University of Applied Sciences and the IU and is based in Essen/North Rhine-Westphalia. FOM was founded in 1993. 53836 students were enrolled at FOM in the winter semester 2021/2022.
FOM operates more than 30 university centres in Germany, including one in Berlin.
FOM's degree programmes are aimed at working professionals. Through various flexible time models, the classroom lectures take place parallel to a company job or training.
The University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) is a private university with about 3000 students, which was founded in Potsdam in 2000 and has further campuses in Berlin, Hamburg and Iserlohn. It offers degree programmes in the fields of art & design, business & management, sports management and psychology.
The University of Europe has modern lecture halls, laboratories and workshops as well as an extensive library and multimedia equipment. It has its campus in Berlin at Potsdamer Platz, one of the city's most important squares, with flair and good public transport connections.
The University of Europe is a member of the international education group "Global University Systems" and part of the Berlin Partner Network, an initiative of the city of Berlin to promote science, business and culture.
The FHM University of Applied Sciences was founded in 2000, has its headquarters in Bielefeld and is a private, state-recognised university. The university offers part-time, full-time, part-time, dual or distance learning courses and currently has around 5800 students.
The FHM offers Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in many fields of study, from technology and business, to media and communication, to sports, social studies and psychology. In addition to its headquarters in Bielefeld, it has several locations in Germany, including Berlin.
Berlin International University of Applied Sciences
The Berlin International University of Applied Sciences is a state-recognised private university and was founded in 2014. Currently, around 600 students are enrolled in degree programmes in the fields of business, design and architecture.
Berlin International stands out for its intercultural learning environment. It is part of an international network of universities and academic centres located in Washington D.C., Istanbul and Batumi (Georgia), for example, which offer students exchange and internship opportunities.
The language of instruction is English. In addition, language courses are offered as elective modules.
The Macromedia University of Applied Sciences (formerly MHMK, University of Media and Communication) is a private, state-recognised university of applied sciences with its headquarters in Stuttgart and other locations in Munich, Frankfurt, Freiburg, Cologne, Hamburg, Leipzig and Berlin.
The university was founded in 2006, in the winter semester of 2021/2022, a total of 4818 students were enrolled at the university. It offers degree programmes in management, media and communication, design and psychology.
The Mediadesign University of Applied Sciences is a private university founded in 2004 and headquartered in Berlin. It offers Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in the fields of design, media and management and currently has around 800 students.
In addition to the headquarters in Berlin, there are further locations in Dusseldorf and Munich. The USPs of mdh include the practice-oriented curriculum and the close networking with the national and international media and creative industries.
The Mediadesign University of Applied Sciences is also a member of the Bundesverband Digitale Wirtschaft (Federal Association of the Digital Economy) and the MedienCampus Bayern (Media Campus Bavaria). It is a partner university of the international conference for animation and visual effects (FMX) and the network "Digital City Dusseldorf".
The CODE University of Applied Sciences is a private university in Berlin that was founded in 2017 and specialises in software engineering, interaction design and product management. The university currently has around 550 students and offers Bachelor's degree programmes in the aforementioned areas.
CODE University's claim is an international and inclusive learning environment in which innovation-driven and practice-oriented education takes place. To achieve this, the university focuses on projects in partnership with national and international companies, such as Xing, Zalando, Porsche, Bosch and AWS.
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The Hertie School is a private university for administrative and political sciences founded in 2003 and located in Berlin. With around 830 students, the school offers Master's programmes in Public Policy, International Affairs, Data Science for Public Policy and Public Administration.
Special features of the Hertie School are its interdisciplinary orientation, close cooperation with leading public institutions and think tanks, and the international diversity of its students and lecturers.
Steinbeis University is a private, state-recognised university of applied sciences based in Magdeburg (Berlin before 2022) and other locations, e.g. Stuttgart. It was founded in 1998 and is named after Ferdinand von Steinbeis, a pioneer of German trade and commerce in the 19th century.
The university currently has about 9,000 students enrolled in various faculties. The faculties are structured into the different departments of Business and Economics, Technology and Engineering and Leadership and Management. There are a variety of Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes, which have different emphases depending on the faculty and can be completed on a dual or part-time basis. It is known for its close cooperation with business and research institutions. This is reflected in the practice-oriented education and the high quality of research projects and publications.
The University of Applied Management (HAM) is a private, state-recognised university of applied sciences, which is located in Ismaning/Bavaria and was founded in 2004. In the winter semester 2019/2020, a total of 3,287 students were enrolled.
A special feature at the University of Applied Management is its semi-virtual, hybrid study concept, which combines online studies or distance learning with face-to-face seminars. In addition to its headquarters in Ismaning, HAM operates other study centres, such as this one in Berlin.
Inner courtyard of the HAM campus building in Berlin
BSP Business and Law School
BSP Business & Law School is a private, state-recognised university located in the historic Siemens Villa in Berlin-Steglitz and a campus in Hamburg's Hafencity. The university was founded in 2009 and currently has around 1,650 students.
BSP Business and Law School is a family-run business committed to high standards of quality and service. It offers degree programmes at its university of applied sciences-oriented faculties of Business and Management, Creative Business and Applied Sport Sciences & Personality, as well as at its university faculty of Law.
HMU Health and Medical University in Erfurt and Potsdam, MSH Medical School Hamburg and MSB Medical School Berlin are sister universities of the BSP.
The International School of Management (ISM) is a private, state-recognised university with its headquarters in Dortmund and other locations throughout Germany, including here in Berlin. It was founded in 1990 and offers degree programmes in business and management that can be completed in both German and English.
ISM places great value on personal support, practice-oriented learning and the teaching of soft skills. With close contacts to the business world, many of its own research institutes and an extensive international network, ISM students should be prepared in the best possible way for a career in the global job market.
The bbw University of Applied Sciences is a state-recognised private university based in Berlin. It was founded in 2007 as an academic partner of Bildungswerk der Wirtschaft Berlin-Brandenburg (bbw), Unternehmensverbände Berlin-Brandenburg (UVB) and HTW Berlin.
Today, the university has about 1,100 students and offers degree programmes in the fields of business administration, industrial engineering and engineering sciences. The study programme can be completed full-time, dual or part-time.
The bbw University of Applied Sciences is characterised by a modern campus with a start-up centre, lecturers from specialist and management positions and projects in applied research.
Bard College Berlin is a renowned American-German university founded in 1999. The university offers interdisciplinary undergraduate programmes in the humanities and social sciences and has an excellent reputation in the academic world.
With around 280 students from 40 countries and classes taught in English, Bard College offers a multicultural and international learning environment. In addition, it is possible to obtain both a German and an American Bachelor's double degree at the university, as well as to participate in other programmes before and during studies.
The university has its campus on a historic site in the Pankow district, where embassies of several countries, such as Cuba and Egypt, were previously located. Equipped with modern facilities such as libraries, computer labs, art studios and recreational facilities, the campus offers students a stimulating environment for their studies.
The Akkon University of Human Sciences is a private, state-recognised university based in Berlin. It was founded in 2009 by Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe and has since developed a wide range of study programmes in the fields of nursing and medicine, education and social work, as well as humanitarian aid and civil protection. Currently, about 1,000 students study at the Akkon University.
The university offers practice-integrating and occupation-integrating degree programmes and works together with the Charite in the field of nursing, among others, to provide its students with a practice-oriented education. It also places particular emphasis on teaching intercultural skills and has a network of partner universities located in Ukraine, Jordan and Indonesia, for example.
The European University of Applied Sciences (formerly European University of Applied Sciences) was founded in 2001 in Brühl near Cologne and is a private university of applied sciences with over 2,000 students. It offers Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in the fields of health, social work and education. The EUFH is not only located in Cologne, but also has campuses in Berlin, Rheine and Rostock.
The EUFH's objective is to make existing professions in the above-mentioned areas more attractive and to establish new, up-to-date job profiles. It therefore offers its degree programmes both dual and part-time and attaches great importance to application-oriented and practice-integrated training.
The campus in Berlin is equipped with modern facilities and offers students a skills lab in addition to teaching practices and learning workshops.
The IB University of Health and Social Sciences is a private university based in Berlin with further campuses in Hamburg, Cologne, Munich and Stuttgart. Founded in 2007, the university now has around 800 students and offers Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in the fields of therapy sciences, psychology and health education.
A special feature of the IB University is its adaptation to social and health policy needs and the development of the curriculum together with clinics, doctors and professional associations as well as educational policy. The study programmes are aimed at both first-time students and experienced professionals and are available in full-time, dual or part-time formats.
Due to the connection to the international network of the IB University, students also have the opportunity to gain international experience and network abroad.
The German Sport University of Health Sciences (DHGS) was founded in Berlin in 2007 and is a private, state-recognised university. The DHGS has a student population of around 2,400. The range of courses is focused on the subject areas of health, psychology and sport and includes both Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes. In addition to the Berlin location, DHGS also has study centres in Unna and Ismaning, as well as Frankfurt, Mannheim, Stuttgart and Hamburg.
DHGS stands out due to its practical orientation and the semi-virtual format of its degree programmes, which combines the advantages of distance learning and face-to-face study. The university attaches great importance to practical relevance and the teaching of practical skills. Another feature of DHGS is the flexible organisation of the study period: students can decide whether they want to complete their studies full-time or part-time.
Die Sigmund Freud Private University Berlin is a private university founded in Vienna in 2003 with campuses in Berlin, Linz, Paris, Milan and Ljubljana. It is named after the famous psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud and offers degree programmes in psychology and psychotherapy.
The university offers both Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes and places great emphasis on the integration of research and practice. Thus, research is of central importance at SFU and it maintains a teaching and research outpatient clinic where licensed therapists and psychologists-in-training work alongside student trainees.
The Barenboim-Said-Academie was founded in 2015 and is an internationally renowned music academy based in Berlin. The academy was founded by conductor Daniel Barenboim and literary scholar Edward Said.
It offers a unique study programme that creates a close connection between music and the humanities. The Academy attaches great importance to intercultural dialogue and pursues the goal of promoting young musicians from all over the world.
The Berlin School of Psychology was founded in 2009 by the Professional Association of German Psychologists (BDP). It is a state-recognised private university specialising in the first-class academic training of psychologists and psychotherapists. In the winter semester 2020/21, around 500 students were enrolled at the university.
The Berlin School of Psychology offers a wide range of psychological training, from undergraduate Bachelor's and Master's programmes to therapist training in various procedural fields and a postgraduate programme in legal psychology. The university places great emphasis on teaching cross-procedural competences and follows the concept of the Scientist Practitioner.
The University of Applied Pedagogy (HSAP) was founded in 2013 and is a private university of applied sciences in Berlin. HSAP has a special focus on education in the fields of social work, social pedagogy and pedagogy.
HSAP is a small university with about 400 students and 20 employees. It places great emphasis on practical training, which is why students learn in small seminar groups and receive personal support. The study design is based on a combination of academic training and practical professional studies.
DIPLOMA University of Applied Sciences - Study Centre Berlin
DIPLOMA University of Applied Sciences is a private, state-recognised university with its headquarters in Bad Sooden-Allendorf. It offers many Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in face-to-face or distance learning and in various disciplines, including business administration, computer science, health management and social management.
The European School of Management and Technology (ESMT) is a renowned and university-like private university located in Berlin. It was founded in 2002 and has more than 900 students. ESMT offers Master's, MBA and PhD programmes as well as executive education. The range of courses includes various subject areas, with a focus on leadership, innovation and analytics.
The university places great emphasis on transformation and bundles its research, education and outreach activities around this topic.
ESCP Europe is an international business school. It was founded in 1819 and is the oldest business school in the world.
The school offers transnational Bachelor's, Master's and MBA programmes in business, management and finance. ESCP Europe has about 6,000 students at several locations, including Berlin, Paris, London, Madrid and Turin.
Touro College Berlin is a private college of the Touro University Network, founded in 2003. With a focus on international diversity and individual support, the college offers degree programmes in psychology and management.
In addition, the exclusive study programme "Holocaust Communication and Tolerance" is offered in cooperation with the Free University of Berlin.
Students at Touro College can also opt for a German or American degree.
Quadriga University Berlin is a private university specialising in management in the fields of communication, politics and public affairs, human resources, sales, marketing, organisational development and digital transformation. It was founded in 2009 and offers a variety of part-time MBA and Master's programmes as well as continuing education.
The university attaches great importance to practice-oriented teaching and research with a high level of application. It is state-recognised and accredited by FIBAA. As part of the Quadriga Network, it offers its students a strong professional network and numerous opportunities for career advancement. Quadriga University is located in the heart of Berlin.
VICTORIA International University is an innovative, state-recognised private university based in Berlin with a campus in Baden-Baden. With around 500 students, it offers Bachelor's and Master's programmes in various study models: classic face-to-face study, practice-integrated dual study and distance learning, each in full- and part-time.
The range of courses includes management-oriented degree programmes as well as programmes from related and neighbouring disciplines. The university attaches great importance to a close integration of science and practice. VICTORIA International University pays particular attention to sustainability and takes into account global economic, social and scientific developments as well as technological challenges.
Psychology studies at private universities in Berlin
The study of psychology enjoys great popularity, as it offers a wide range of specialisations and career paths in addition to an interesting subject area. In addition to state universities, private universities in Berlin also offer attractive degree programmes in the field of psychology.
Admission requirements
The exact admission requirements can vary depending on the private university, but there are some general criteria. As a rule, a higher education entrance qualification such as the Abitur or the Fachhochschulreife is required. Often, a personal letter of motivation and a selection interview are also required.
It is important to check the specific requirements of the respective university.
Study content
The content of studies in psychology at private universities in Berlin is often based on the recommendations of the German Psychological Society (DGP).
The basic study content includes introductory courses in psychology, general psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology and biological psychology. In addition, methodological and statistical basics are also taught to provide students with the necessary tools for empirical research and data analysis.
In addition, many universities offer various specialisations, such as clinical psychology, health psychology, business psychology, sports psychology or market research.
Costs
Tuition costs at private universities can be significantly higher than at state universities. It is advisable to find out about the exact costs and possible funding opportunities from the individual providers. On the other hand, the degree programmes at private universities are usually NC-free.
Some private universities also offer scholarships or flexible payment models.
Provider overview
There are numerous private universities in Berlin that offer degree programmes in psychology. Here is an overview of the providers with examples of their study programmes:
Tip: At many institutions, you can request prospects and information materials and in some cases download them immediately. The brochures contain all the information on study content, costs, financing and funding opportunities.
The dual study programme is becoming increasingly popular. It is an innovative study model that combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience and offers students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience during their studies.
Students complete alternating phases at the university and in the company. During the university phases, they acquire theoretical knowledge and are prepared for their professional activities. During the practical phases, they work actively in the company and apply their acquired knowledge in practice.
A major advantage of the dual study programme is the close integration of theory and practice, which gives students a realistic insight into working life at an early stage. In addition, they are supervised by experienced practitioners during their training and have the opportunity to build a network in the industry.
Students also receive financial support, which can vary depending on the company, field of study and year of study, but in any case covers the study costs. As a rule, dual students also receive remuneration, as they actively work and contribute to the company during their practical phases.
As the capital and economic metropolis, Berlin offers many opportunities for dual study programmes. In particular, there are a variety of offers in the fields of business, technology, media and tourism. Large companies, medium-sized businesses and start-ups offer dual study places and give students exciting insights into the world of work, with many taking on their dual students in a permanent position after successful completion.
Even if you leave the training company after graduation: Through the practical experience and the opportunity to enter professional life at an early stage, dual students gain valuable qualifications and increase their career opportunities after graduation.
Berlin is an excellent location to look for a dual study programme due to its many universities and companies. Here are some examples of dual study programmes in Berlin:
In general, it can be said that the remuneration for dual studies in Berlin averages between 800 euros and 1,500 euros per month. This range only serves as a rough guide and may vary depending on the individual situation.
State universities
These are the state universities in Berlin:
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin: The Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin was founded in 1810 and is one of the oldest universities in Berlin. With a wide range of degree programmes in the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences and over 37,000 students, it is a leading educational institution in Germany. Together with Freie Universität Berlin, the world-famous Charité is home to the medical faculty of the two universities.
Technische Universität Berlin: The Technische Universität Berlin was founded in 1879 and is a renowned technical university. It offers degree programmes in engineering, natural sciences and economics and has a large student population of around 34,000.
Freie Universität Berlin: Freie Universität Berlin was founded in 1948 and is one of Germany's leading universities. It offers a wide range of subjects in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and life sciences and has a large student body with more than 38,000 enrolled students.
Universität der Künste Berlin: Universität der Künste Berlin was founded in 1975 and is a renowned art academy with about 4100 students. It offers degree programmes in fine arts, music, design and performing arts.
Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin: The Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin was founded in 1994 and is a prestigious university of applied sciences. It offers practice-oriented degree programmes in the fields of technology, computer science, economics and applied sciences. The number of students is around 14,000.
Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin: The Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin was established in 2009 through the merger of the Berlin School of Economics and the Berlin School of Administration and Law. It offers degree programmes in the fields of business, law and administration and has a student population of approximately 11,500.
Berliner Hochschule für Technik: The Berliner Hochschule für Technik was founded in 1971 and is a university of applied sciences with a focus on technical courses. It offers a wide range of engineering and technical degree programmes. The student population is around 13,500.
Ernst Busch Academy of Dramatic Art: The Ernst Busch Academy of Dramatic Art was founded in 1905 and is a renowned drama school. It offers high-quality training for aspiring actors and actresses. There are around 220 students enrolled at the Hochschule.
Hochschule für Musik "Hanns Eisler" Berlin: The Hochschule für Musik "Hanns Eisler" Berlin was founded in 1950 and is a renowned music academy with about 500 students. It offers a wide range of degree programmes in the fields of music interpretation, composition and music education.
Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin: The Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin was founded in 1908 and is a renowned university for applied social sciences. It offers degree programmes in social work, education, health and nursing. It has about 4,200 students.
weißensee kunsthochschule berlin: The weißensee kunsthochschule berlin was founded in 1946 and is a prestigious art academy with over 800 students. It offers degree programmes in the fields of fine arts, design and visual communication.
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