Application and admission (MA) #

Who can apply? #

Applicants need to have a Bachelor degree in Geography or a neighboring discipline (Source: ZSP HU, https://www.hu-berlin.de/de/studium/bewerbung/lesefassung_zsp). Neighboring disciplines are for example Regional Sciences, Urban Sociology, City Planning, Spatial Planning.

I do not speak German at all or only understand the basics. Should I apply for this Masters program? #

The program is taught in German. A certificate of German language proficiency of at least TestDaF 3 or a C2 level on the Common European Frame of Reference is required to be eligible (see: Application procedure – 3.3.2 Language requirements).

We do offer a Master program taught in englisch but with very different topcis. See here: Master Global Change Geography.

How can I apply? #

Application is organized centrally via an online application system: Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin - Onlinebewerbung-Statusabfrage. Please be aware of the deadlines. The program is ‚zulassungsbeschränkt‘. Admission is opened only for the winter term and the deadline is therefore regularly in May. Current deadlines are found here: https://www.hu-berlin.de/en/studies/admission/calendar

Details regarding an applications from an University abroad are given from the central Compass Hotline. You will find details here: Information for Prospective International Students.