University of Hamburg

The University of Hamburg, founded in 1919, is one of the largest universities in Germany and a member of the German Universities Excellence Initiative. It offers a broad range of subjects across the humanities, natural sciences, law, and social sciences, and is closely connected to Hamburg’s status as a major port city and business centre.

Why students choose University of Hamburg

• University of Excellence status with strong research performance in several fields.
• Broad subject offering spanning sciences, humanities, law and business-related disciplines.
• Location in Hamburg, one of Germany’s largest and most international cities.
• Strong links to Hamburg’s shipping, media and business sectors.
• Active international office supporting a large community of overseas students.

Campus and location

The university’s buildings are spread across several districts of Hamburg, with its main campus located near Rotherbaum, within easy reach of the city centre and the Alster lakes.

What students say

Students commonly describe the teaching staff as approachable and motivating, and value studying in a large, diverse city with strong business and shipping connections. A recurring theme is that demand for student housing in Hamburg is high, and international students are often advised to apply for accommodation as early as possible. The lack of tuition fees is also frequently mentioned as a practical benefit of studying here.

Official website: https://www.uni-hamburg.de

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