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124 Best Science Programs in Germany

124 Science courses are taught at 47 universities in Germany — most run 1–2 years. Courses from Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, Heidelberg University and Karlsruher Institut für Technologie come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Bachelor's Degree
FL Fachhochschule Lübeck logo
Germany

Angewandte Chemie

Fachhochschule Lübeck — The Bachelor's degree in Angewandte Chemie at Fachhochschule Lübeck offers an in-depth exploration of the principles of chemistry and its practical applications in variou...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
7 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
WiSeIntake
Science
2Master's Degree
GN Georg-Simon-Ohm-Fachhochschule Nürnberg logo
Germany

Angewandte Chemie

Georg-Simon-Ohm-Fachhochschule Nürnberg — The Master's degree in Angewandte Chemie (Applied Chemistry) at Georg-Simon-Ohm-Fachhochschule Nürnberg offers an in-depth exploration of the principles and practices of...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
3Master's Degree
GN Georg-Simon-Ohm-Fachhochschule Nürnberg logo
Germany

Angewandte Mathematik und Physik

Georg-Simon-Ohm-Fachhochschule Nürnberg — The Master's degree program in Angewandte Mathematik und Physik at Georg-Simon-Ohm-Fachhochschule Nürnberg offers students a comprehensive understanding of the mathematic...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
4Master's Degree
FL Fachhochschule Lübeck logo
Germany

Angewandte Physik

Fachhochschule Lübeck — The Master’s Degree in Angewandte Physik (Applied Physics) at Fachhochschule Lübeck focuses on advanced concepts and practical applications of physics in various technolo...

Master's DegreeLevel
3 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
WiSe/SoSeIntake
Science
5Bachelor's Degree
DH Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Lörrach logo
Germany

BWL-Tourismus, Hotellerie und Gastronomie

Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Lörrach — The Bachelor's program in Business Administration with a focus on Tourism, Hospitality, and Gastronomy at Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg Lörrach provides students wit...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
6Master's Degree
FL Fachhochschule Lübeck logo
Germany

Nachhaltige Chemie

Fachhochschule Lübeck — The Master's program in Nachhaltige Chemie at Fachhochschule Lübeck is designed for students passionate about sustainable chemistry and its application in combating globa...

Master's DegreeLevel
3 SemesterDuration
Full TimeMode
SoSeIntake
Science
7Bachelor's Degree
SS Staatliche Studienakademie Bautzen logo
Germany

Physician Assistant

Staatliche Studienakademie Bautzen — The Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant at Staatliche Studienakademie Bautzen offers a comprehensive overview of medical knowledge and patient care principles. This...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
13Bachelor's Degree
HE Heidelberg University logo
QS World #80 #5 in Germany Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Chemistry

Heidelberg University — The Bachelor's degree in Chemistry at Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and applications of chemistry. This progra...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
14Bachelor's Degree
HE Heidelberg University logo
QS World #80 #5 in Germany Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Earth Sciences

Heidelberg University — The Bachelor's Degree in Earth Sciences at Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the Earth’s processes, materials,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
15Master's Degree
HE Heidelberg University logo
QS World #80 #5 in Germany Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Geoarchaeology

Heidelberg University — The Master's Degree in Geoarchaeology at Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg offers a unique interdisciplinary approach, integrating the fields of archaeology and earth...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
16Bachelor's Degree
HE Heidelberg University logo
QS World #80 #5 in Germany Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Mathematics

Heidelberg University — The Bachelor's degree in Mathematics at Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg offers a comprehensive exploration of mathematical theories and concepts vital for multiple...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Science
17Master's Degree
KI Karlsruher Institut für Technologie logo
QS World #98 #9 in Germany Germany

Angewandte Geowissenschaften

Karlsruher Institut für Technologie — The Master's degree in Angewandte Geowissenschaften (Applied Geosciences) at the Karlsruher Institut für Technologie equips students with a comprehensive understanding of...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
30. September, 31. MärzIntake
Science
18Master's Degree
KI Karlsruher Institut für Technologie logo
QS World #98 #9 in Germany Germany

Chemie

Karlsruher Institut für Technologie — The Master's degree in Chemistry at the Karlsruher Institut für Technologie offers an in-depth exploration of the chemical sciences. This program combines theoretical kno...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
15. Juli, 15. JanuarIntake
Science
19Master's Degree
UH Universität Hamburg logo
QS World #193 #14 in Germany Germany

Atmospheric Science

Universität Hamburg — The Master's Degree in Atmospheric Science at Universität Hamburg delves into the intricate workings of the Earth's atmosphere, focusing on processes that influence clima...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
WSIntake
Science
20Bachelor's Degree
UH Universität Hamburg logo
QS World #193 #14 in Germany Germany

Chemie

Universität Hamburg — The Bachelor's degree in Chemistry at Universität Hamburg provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the fundamental principles of chemistry. The program covers...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
WSIntake
Science
21Master's Degree
UH Universität Hamburg logo
QS World #193 #14 in Germany Germany

Chemistry

Universität Hamburg — The Master's Degree in Chemistry at Universität Hamburg offers an in-depth exploration of both theoretical and practical aspects of the discipline. The program covers a b...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
WSIntake
Science
22Master's Degree
UH Universität Hamburg logo
QS World #193 #14 in Germany Germany

Mathematics

Universität Hamburg — The Master's Degree in Mathematics at Universität Hamburg is designed to deepen students’ understanding of mathematical theories and applications. The program comprehensi...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
WS und SoSeIntake
Science
23Bachelor's Degree
UH Universität Hamburg logo
QS World #193 #14 in Germany Germany

Physik

Universität Hamburg — Overview of the Physics Bachelor's DegreeThe Bachelor's degree in Physics at Universität Hamburg offers a comprehensive education in fundamental and applied physics. This...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
WS und SoSeIntake
Science
24Master's Degree
ET Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen logo
QS World #215 #17 in Germany Germany

Advanced Quantum Physics

Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen — The Master's degree in Advanced Quantum Physics at Eberhard-Karls-Universität Tübingen delves deep into the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics and its applicatio...

Master's DegreeLevel
4 semestersDuration
Full TimeMode
Wintersemester, SommersemesterIntake
Science

Science at other levels

How these courses are ranked

13 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #54 (Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich) to #526 (Friedrich-Schiller Universität Jena); 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. 6 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 65 master's, 56 bachelor's, 1 diploma and 1 phd / doctorate. The usual length is 1–2 years and 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (68% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (66% of courses with a stated intake). Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg offers the widest choice, with 10 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Germany for 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 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 Science course take in Germany?

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

When do Science courses start in Germany?

Fall is the main intake — 68% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Science courses in Germany?

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg, with 10, ahead of Technische Universität Darmstadt (8).

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