Uni Stadt Hamburg

University city of Hamburg

University city of Hamburg

Hello from the north! With its beautiful harbor, pretty city and friendly people, Hamburg is not only one of the largest but also one of the most popular cities in Germany. Studying in Hamburg should therefore turn out to be a true dream - alumni will certainly attest to that. With 41 universities, the Hamburg metropolitan region lives up to its name as a cosmopolitan city in the field of science.

University of Hamburg - the "big university" in the north

With over 41,400 students, Hamburg's "main university" is one of the largest universities in Germany. Anyone who is thinking about moving to the beautiful Hanseatic city in the north after school and attending university there has a wide range of possible study programs to choose from: the faculties of law, medicine, mathematics, computer science and natural sciences, psychology and movement sciences , economics and social sciences, educational sciences, humanities and, last but not least, business administration offer an enormous range of opportunities from which future students can take full advantage.

Other universities in Hamburg

The University of Applied Sciences Hamburg (HAW Hamburg) is also clearly worthy of mention: with 72 courses of study from which those interested can choose, the range of subjects on offer is above average - especially for a university of applied sciences. The total of 72 courses consist of 41 bachelor's and 31 master's courses, including more exotic disciplines such as ecotrophology, media technology, but also long-running university favorites such as computer science, industrial engineering or mechanical engineering.

The Technical University of Hamburg helps around 7,200 students gain comprehensive knowledge in the fields of civil engineering, mechanical engineering and process engineering, management sciences and technology as well as electrical and information technology. Overall, the universities in Hamburg offer potential students an enormous range of opportunities - studying in Hamburg is a welcome alternative for everyone.

Studying in Hamburg: Leisure and Culture

In addition to everyday university life, the Hanseatic city also has a lot to offer its residents and newcomers. The infamous Reeperbahn, for example, attracts numerous pubs for a drink and a happy get-together, especially late at night, and is the heart of the St. Pauli district. The following list should help you get an initial overview of Hamburg's sights and must-see locations.

Hamburg universities

  • Reeperbahn (Red Light District)
  • The largest model railway in the world: miniature wonderland
  • “Planten un Blomen” park
  • Hamburg Art Gallery
  • International Maritime Museum Hamburg
  • Hagenbeck Zoo
  • Elbphilharmonie
  • Jungfernstieg
  • ...

Of course, this list is not nearly complete - in summer, for example, a picnic on the Alster is great fun when the weather is good. The Hanseatic city is also very bike-friendly and can be easily explored on bikes or on foot.

Nightlife: Clubs and bars in the University City of Hamburg

Nightlife is definitely not neglected in Hamburg either: With the Reeperbahn in St. Pauli, Hamburg residents have a street that is well-filled at night. But that's not all: clubs, bars and discos are lined up next to each other in Hamburg's city center. We have briefly summarized our favorite destinations for you here - of course you can choose where you and your student group go. Here are our tips:

  • HALO Club Hamburg
  • Great freedom 36
  • NOHO
  • Morpheus Dance Club
  • Cotton Club
  • Lost and found office
  • ...

and, and, and - there are practically no limits to the colorful hustle and bustle at night. For a hangover the next morning, hours of sunshine in spring or simply for lounging around after/between/instead of lectures, there are more restaurants and cute cafés in Hamburg than we could even imagine. Step outside the door or out of the university, look left and right, and numerous different options open up for you to spend a pleasant day in the northern city. If you end up in the University of Hamburg: we definitely envy you. Renowned universities, a balanced range of leisure activities, a fantastic city with culture and nightlife en masse - studying in Hamburg is a dream come true. Ahoy!


Studying in Hamburg: The German north shows its most beautiful side in the Hanseatic city. To study? A dream!

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