Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Gottingen. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 8 | $1,127 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 7 | $1,127 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 7 | $1,127 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 4 | $1,127 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 4 | $5,103 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 4 | $1,127 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 3 | $1,127 | See → |
| Social sciences | 3 | $1,127 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 1 | $1,127 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 1 | $1,127 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 1 | $1,127 | See → |
Costs and entry
5 courses mention scholarships. 27 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at the University of Gottingen
The job market for the University of Gottingen's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Germany.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at the University of Gottingen cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $1,127 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: law, politics & governance courses are typically $5,103, humanities & languages $1,127.
How is the University of Gottingen ranked?
The University of Gottingen is ranked #243 by QS (2026), #122 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #151–200 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Agriculture & Forestry (#21) and Development Studies (#51).
What IELTS score does the University of Gottingen need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (2 of the 3 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall.
How many postgraduate courses does the University of Gottingen offer?
43 postgraduate courses across 11 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (8), environment, sustainability & agriculture (7) and life sciences & biotechnology (7).
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Updated 24 September 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Gottingen's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.