1,177 Best Master's Programs in Germany

1,177 Master's courses are taught at 109 universities in Germany; the most common length is 1–2 years. The list starts with courses at Technical University of Munich, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and Heidelberg University.

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Master Podium und Orchester

Staatliche Hochschule für Musik — The Master Podium und Orchester at the Staatliche Hochschule für Musik offers an immersive and comprehensive program for those seeking to excel in orchestral performance....

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How these courses are ranked

18 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #22 (Technical University of Munich) to #592 (Universität Bremen); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Heidelberg University has the largest research record in this group, with 44,319,490 citations and an h-index of 1,646. 13 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

The most common subjects are Business & Management (232), Engineering (222), Computer Science & IT (103) and Social Sciences & Psychology (85). The usual length is 1–2 years and null. 94% are full-time and 12 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (67% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (67% of courses with a stated intake). Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen offers the widest choice, with 45 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Master's in Germany?

Technical University of Munich (QS World #22), Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (QS World #54) and Heidelberg University (QS World #80) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's in Germany?

Of those with published fees, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich is the least expensive at about USD 600 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's course take in Germany?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with null the next most common.

When do Master's courses start in Germany?

Fall is the main intake — 67% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Master's online with a university in Germany?

12 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's courses in Germany?

Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen, with 45, ahead of Universität Erfurt (35).

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