Free University of Berlin
Berlin, GermanyQS #98
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About
The Free University of Berlin is a large comprehensive research university located in the Dahlem district of Berlin. It is one of Germany's Universities of Excellence and is particularly strong in the humanities, social sciences, political science, and the natural and life sciences. It maintains extensive international partnerships and hosts numerous area studies and regional research centres.
Why international students choose it
- International students may value its broad research profile, its many area studies programmes, and its location in Berlin, a major European capital with a large international community
- The base teaching language is German, though there is a growing number of English-taught programmes, especially at Master's level, so applicants should check the language of instruction for each programme
- The university offers international offices and support services for incoming students
- Its global partnerships can support exchange and research opportunities