Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Duisburg-Essen. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & technology | 16 | $856 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 14 | $856 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 9 | $856 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 9 | $856 | See → |
| Social sciences | 8 | $856 | See → |
| Business & management | 7 | $856 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 5 | $856 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 5 | $856 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 5 | $856 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 5 | $856 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 5 | $21,685 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 2 | $856 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 2 | $856 | See → |
| Psychology | 2 | $856 | See → |
Costs and entry
1 course mentions scholarships. 28 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at the University of Duisburg-Essen
The job market for the University of Duisburg-Essen's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Germany.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at the University of Duisburg-Essen cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $856 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: medicine & clinical health courses are typically $21,685, engineering & technology $856.
How is the University of Duisburg-Essen ranked?
The University of Duisburg-Essen is ranked #301–350 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #301–400 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Medicine (#251–300) and Materials Science (#351–400).
What IELTS score does the University of Duisburg-Essen need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (2 of the 4 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall.
How many master's courses does the University of Duisburg-Essen offer?
94 master's courses across 14 fields; the largest are engineering & technology (16), humanities & languages (14) and computer science & data technology (9).
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Updated 24 September 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Duisburg-Essen's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.