University city of Berlin
The capital attracts numerous new students every year and immediately captivates them. Anyone who has ever been to Berlin will never forget this city. The reason? This city has character. The people are open and friendly, the streets are always full, the architecture is breathtaking and there is always something going on - day and night. In Germany you can only experience real big city flair here. Berlin, that's really a brand and should definitely be on the agenda of anyone who is still looking for a university city.
Universities in Berlin: The four major universities
There are four universities in Berlin, and they all impress with their rank and name, both nationally and internationally. In total, over 100,000 students from all over the world meet in this way at the major universities in the German capital - the Free University of Berlin, the Humboldt University of Berlin, the Technical University of Berlin and the Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin.
free University
At the Free University, scientific studies have top priority and combine a wide range of possible study programs: humanities and social sciences are just as popular here as natural sciences or medicine. The central institutes for North and Latin America and Eastern Europe are unique in the country and students who are interested in less popular subjects such as Jewish studies are also warmly welcome at the Free University.
Humboldt University of Berlin
Founded over 200 years ago, the Humboldt University has had a number of years under its belt during which it has been able to make an international name for itself. Humanities and social scientists, but also human medicine specialists, agricultural scientists and visitors to the mathematical and scientific institutes gather under the roofs of the faculties of this Berlin university - a colorful mix and broad diversity that generally characterizes Berlin.
Technical University
The heart of this university is engineering and natural sciences - however, unlike usual, the University of Berlin also offers planning, humanities, social and economic sciences at this university. Studying in Berlin is characterized by a high degree of opportunities for development.
Charité - University Medicine Berlin
This Berlin university is supported equally by the Free University and the Humboldt University of Berlin. The core of research and teaching is the Medical Faculty and the University Hospital.
Studying in Berlin: Culture and Sights
Berlin definitely has more to offer than the Brandenburg Gate and universities with an excellent reputation. The leisure activities available during lecture-free periods and weekends are almost overwhelming; museum landscapes and other cultural sites invite you to discover them. This short list of sights should help you check off the must-sees in Berlin. Places where you simply have to have been - whether as a Berliner or a "foreigner". Some very important German history took place here.
- Reichstag building
- Brandenburg Gate (cliché, but a must see!)
- The Museum Island (pure culture)
- Berlin wall
- checkpoint Charlie
- Jewish monument
- East Side Gallery
- Alexander plan with world time clock
- Gendarmenmarkt
- Zoological Garden
- ...
The list could be continued indefinitely and is only intended to highlight a few points of reference for those who are new to Berlin and would like to get a rough overview.
Free time in Berlin
Yes, there is a lot to see in Berlin. Numerous modern bars, cafés, hipster hangouts, restaurants and trendy pubs are just waiting for you to discover - in Berlin there is something to see and experience on every corner. Berlin has a lot to offer, especially at night (until the morning after): For example, a trip to the infamous after-hours bar Berghain is an absolute must. At least the attempt to get in - the bouncers in the club are known for their whims and incomprehensible exclusion criteria. But thank God it's a "no!" for Berghain not every evening: Hundreds of other clubs have their doors open for you on weekdays and weekends. Below is a list of well-known clubs that the University of Berlin has for you:
- Matrix Club Berlin
- Berlin Capital Club
- Nuke Club
- Berghain
- Zig Zag Jazz Club
- legend
- ...
Of course, this list is not complete either. It will take you many, many years to discover Berlin - and even then you will claim that you don't even begin to know the city. Bet?
Studying in Berlin: Find out everything the capital has to offer here.
