Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Hamburg. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humanities & languages | 13 | $936 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 13 | $7,508 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 10 | $936 | See → |
| Business & management | 4 | $936 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 4 | $936 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 3 | $936 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 3 | $936 | See → |
| Social sciences | 3 | $936 | See → |
| Psychology | 2 | $936 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 1 | $936 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 1 | $936 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 1 | $7,920 | See → |
Costs and entry
49 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at the University of Hamburg
The job market for the University of Hamburg'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 Hamburg cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $936 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: engineering & technology courses are typically $7,920, humanities & languages $936.
How is the University of Hamburg ranked?
The University of Hamburg is ranked #193 by QS (2026), #125 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #201–300 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include History (#51) and Philosophy (#51).
What IELTS score does the University of Hamburg need for a master's course?
Many master's courses (3 of the 7 that list it) ask for IELTS 7 overall.
How many master's courses does the University of Hamburg offer?
58 master's courses across 12 fields; the largest are humanities & languages (13), law, politics & governance (13) and natural sciences (10).
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Updated 24 September 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Hamburg'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.