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65 Best Master's Science Programs in Germany

Across Germany, 29 universities offer 65 Master's Science programs — most run 1–2 years. The list starts with courses at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Heidelberg University and Karlsruher Institut für Technologie.

25Master's Degree
UH Universität Hannover logo
QS World #433 #28 in Germany Germany

Meteorologie

Universität Hannover — The Master's degree in Meteorologie at Universität Hannover delves into the scientific study of the atmosphere and its processes. This program is designed to equip studen...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Wintersemester, SommersemesterIntake
Science
26Master's Degree
UB Universität Bayreuth logo
QS World #448 #30 in Germany Germany

Computational Mathematics

Universität Bayreuth — The Master’s Degree in Computational Mathematics at Universität Bayreuth encompasses a comprehensive study of mathematical modeling, numerical analysis, and algorithm dev...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
27Master's Degree
UB Universität Bayreuth logo
QS World #448 #30 in Germany Germany

Natural Products & Drug Chemistry

Universität Bayreuth — The Master's degree in Natural Products & Drug Chemistry at Universität Bayreuth provides an in-depth exploration of the chemistry behind natural substances and their med...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
28Master's Degree
TU Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg logo
QS World #487 #34 in Germany Germany

Angewandte Naturwissenschaft

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg — Die master's degree in Angewandte Naturwissenschaft an der Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg vermittelt den Studierenden eine fundierte Ausbildung in den angew...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
29Master's Degree
TU Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg logo
QS World #487 #34 in Germany Germany

Applied Geoscience

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg — The Master's degree in Applied Geoscience at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg is an interdisciplinary program designed to equip students with advanced knowled...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
30Master's Degree
TU Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg logo
QS World #487 #34 in Germany Germany

Chemie

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg — The Master's degree in Chemistry at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg offers a comprehensive program that delves into advanced chemical principles, methodologi...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
31Master's Degree
TU Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg logo
QS World #487 #34 in Germany Germany

Computational Materials Science

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg — The Master's degree in Computational Materials Science at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the interpl...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
32Master's Degree
TU Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg logo
QS World #487 #34 in Germany Germany

Geophysik

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg — The Master's Degree in Geophysics at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg offers a comprehensive understanding of the physical processes of the Earth. This progra...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
33Master's Degree
TU Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg logo
QS World #487 #34 in Germany Germany

Geowissenschaften

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg — The Master's degree in Geosciences at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg offers a comprehensive study of the Earth, its structure, processes, and resources. Stu...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
34Master's Degree
TU Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg logo
QS World #487 #34 in Germany Germany

Geoökologie

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg — The Master's Degree in Geoökologie at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg focuses on the interplay between geological processes and ecological systems. Students...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
35Master's Degree
TU Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg logo
QS World #487 #34 in Germany Germany

Mathematics for Data and Resource Sciences

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg — The Master's degree in Mathematics for Data and Resource Sciences at Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip stud...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
36Master's Degree
HU Heinrich-Heine Universität Düsseldorf logo
#41 in Germany Germany

Physik

Heinrich-Heine Universität Düsseldorf — The Master's Degree in Physics at Heinrich-Heine Universität Düsseldorf is designed to prepare students for advanced careers in both academia and industry. The curriculum...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
37Master's Degree
UL Universität Leipzig logo
#46 in Germany Germany

Advanced Spectroscopy in Chemistry

Universität Leipzig — The Master's degree in Advanced Spectroscopy in Chemistry at Universität Leipzig provides an in-depth exploration of modern spectroscopic techniques and their application...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
38Master's Degree
UL Universität Leipzig logo
#46 in Germany Germany

Chemie

Universität Leipzig — The Master's program in Chemistry at Universität Leipzig provides in-depth knowledge and advanced skills in the field of chemical sciences. The curriculum is designed to...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
39Master's Degree
TU Technische Universität Dortmund logo
#50 in Germany Germany

Advanced Methods in Particle Physics

Technische Universität Dortmund — The Master's degree in Advanced Methods in Particle Physics at Technische Universität Dortmund is designed for students who wish to delve deep into the fundamental aspect...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
WintersemesterIntake
Science
40Master's Degree
UR Universität Rostock logo
#53 in Germany Germany

Physik

Universität Rostock — The Master's degree in Physics at Universität Rostock is an in-depth program designed to provide students with a robust understanding of theoretical and experimental phys...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
41Master's Degree
EU Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald logo
#57 in Germany Germany

Bioeconomy

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Master’s Degree in Bioeconomy at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald delves into the sustainable use of biological resources for economic growth. This interdisc...

Master's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
WintersemesterIntake
Science
42Master's Degree
EU Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald logo
#57 in Germany Germany

Biomathematik

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Master's degree program in Biomathematics at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald focuses on the intersection of mathematics, biology, and computer science. This...

Master's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
Winter- und SommersemesterIntake
Science
43Master's Degree
EU Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald logo
#57 in Germany Germany

Earth Sciences & Global Change

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Master's degree in Earth Sciences & Global Change at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald offers an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex inter...

Master's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
Winter- und SommersemesterIntake
Science
44Master's Degree
EU Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald logo
#57 in Germany Germany

Mathematik

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Master's degree in Mathematics at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald offers a comprehensive, in-depth exploration of advanced mathematical concepts and their a...

Master's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
Winter- und SommersemesterIntake
Science
45Master's Degree
EU Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald logo
#57 in Germany Germany

Mathematik als Quereinstieg

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — Der Masterstudiengang 'Mathematik als Quereinstieg' an der Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald bietet eine umfassende und intensive Ausbildung in verschiedenen Bere...

Master's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
WintersemesterIntake
Science
46Master's Degree
EU Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald logo
#57 in Germany Germany

Physik

Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald — The Master's program in Physics at Ernst-Moritz-Arndt Universität Greifswald provides a comprehensive and rigorous education in various branches of physics including theo...

Master's DegreeLevel
nullDuration
Full TimeMode
Winter- und SommersemesterIntake
Science
47Master's Degree
UP Universität Paderborn logo
#62 in Germany Germany

Chemie

Universität Paderborn — The Master's degree in Chemistry at Universität Paderborn offers a comprehensive exploration of chemical sciences, delving into theoretical foundations and practical appl...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Sommer- und WintersemesterIntake
Science
48Master's Degree
UK Universität Kassel logo
#65 in Germany Germany

Mathematics

Universität Kassel — The Master's Degree in Mathematics at Universität Kassel is designed to deepen your understanding of mathematical theories and applied mathematics. This program covers a...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science

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How these courses are ranked

11 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #54 (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich) to #487 (Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg); 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. 2 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 usual length is 1–2 years and 4 Semester. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (63% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (63% of courses with a stated intake). Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg offers the widest choice, with 8 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Germany for Master's Science?

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (QS World #54), Heidelberg University (QS World #80) and Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (QS World #98) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

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

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 4 Semester the next most common.

When do Master's Science courses start in Germany?

Fall is the main intake — 63% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

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

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg, with 8, ahead of Technische Universität Darmstadt (8).

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