Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Potsdam. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer science & data technology | 16 | $868 | See → |
| Business & management | 12 | $868 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 11 | $868 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 10 | $868 | See → |
| Social sciences | 10 | $868 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 9 | $868 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 8 | $868 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 5 | $868 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 3 | $868 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 2 | $868 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 2 | $868 | See → |
Costs and entry
1 course mentions scholarships. 26 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at the University of Potsdam
The job market for the University of Potsdam's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Germany.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at the University of Potsdam cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $868 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: computer science & data technology courses are typically $868, computer science & data technology $868.
How is the University of Potsdam ranked?
The University of Potsdam is ranked #477 by QS (2026), #201–250 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #301–400 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Earth & Marine Sciences (#51) and Geology (#51).
How many postgraduate courses does the University of Potsdam offer?
86 postgraduate courses across 11 fields; the largest are computer science & data technology (16), business & management (12) and law, politics & governance (11).
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Updated 24 September 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Potsdam'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.