Coming to Humboldt-Universität
Come to Humboldt-Universität and be part of excellent research and teaching at the heart of Berlin! Whether you are studying or working in science or university administration: Here you will find all the right offers and services for a successful start at HU.
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At-risk scholars
Academic Freedom
In recognition of its historical responsibility, Humboldt-Universität supports scholars at risk. Learn here how our initiatives and networks promote academic freedom.
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Visa and residence
Services & information
Are you going to travel to Berlin and are wondering whether you need a visa and how to apply for one? Are you in Berlin and wondering what a residence permit is and what the conditions are? Then this page is the right place for you.
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Finances
Services & information
Would you like to come to Humboldt-Universität to study, do a doctorate or research and are wondering how to fund this? On this page, you will find tips and useful resources for financial support.
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Accommodation
Services & information
How do you find a place to live in Berlin? What search options are there, what costs should you expect, and what should you bear in mind? Here you will find information and tips on how to find what you are looking for.
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Language
Services & information
Language is one of the most important elements of well-being and success when entering a new culture. If you come to Berlin, we recommend that you improve your German skills before you leave. Humboldt-Universität can help you with this.
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Health insurance
Services & information
In Germany, it is generally mandatory to have health insurance. To enrol, sign an employment contract or apply for a residence permit, you must provide proof of valid health insurance. Find out how this works here.
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Supervision programme
Supervision programme HUGS
HU GO STUDY, abbreviated HUGS, is a University support programme for students and doctoral students from abroad. It offers workshops free of charge on various topics and events to meet new people and to network.
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Scholarship for outstanding social engagement
Call for applications
For international students: eligible applicants are international students with strong academic profile, who have also displayed outstanding social engagement in the international context of the university.
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Martin Buber Society of Fellows Fund at HUJI offers postdoc scholarships
Call for applications
The Martin Buber Society of Fellows Fund, an initiative of the Hebrew University and the Federal Ministry of Education and Research, promotes interdisciplinary intercultural academic discourse at the highest level.
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DAAD Prize for outstanding achievements of international students
Call for applications
The DAAD Prize, endowed with 1,000 euros per university, has been awarded for more than ten years. It recognizes outstanding international students or doctoral candidates.
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20.09.2024
International Service Centre, HU-Hauptgebäude, Unter den Linden 6, 10117 BerlinFULLY BOOKED
Welcome Centre
Local Registration Office at HU’s main building
Go to event pageWhen you move into a new apartment, you need to register at the Local Registration Office "Bürgeramt". Appointments for this are hard to get. In September and October, the Local Registration Office will be at Humboldt- Universität on three dates. Book an appointment!
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30.09.2024
International Service Centre, HU-Hauptgebäude, Unter den Linden 6, 10117 BerlinWelcome Centre
Local Registration Office at HU’s main building
Go to event pageWhen you move into a new apartment, you need to register at the Local Registration Office "Bürgeramt". Appointments for this are hard to get. In September and October, the Local Registration Office will be at Humboldt- Universität on three dates. Book an appointment!
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09.10.2024
10:00 — 12:00
Fritz-Reuter-Saal, Dorotheenstraße 24, 10117 BerlinWelcome Centre
Orientation for international students and doctoral candidates
Go to event pageYou’re a new international student attending Humboldt-Universität in the upcoming winter semester? We'd like to invite you to our in-person orientation event.
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