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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Services und information
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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’s Welcome Centre supports 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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Graduation scholarships for students and doctoral candidates
Call for applications
With funding from the German Academic Exchange Service, Humboldt-Universität supports the completion of studies. The current call is open for international students and doctoral candidates. The application deadline is 15 September.
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Jameel Scholarship: For doctoral researchers from Arab MENA countries
Call for applications
With support from the Jameel Education Foundation UK, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin will award one scholarship to a doctoral candidate from a country in the Arab MENA region in the natural sciences, life sciences or business administration and economics.
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Save your spot: Oxford-Berlin Symposium tackles innovation
Event
The Oxford Berlin Parnership Symposium on 30 September addresses "Innovation – pathways to societal impact". Be part of the conversation as researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs and key cultural figures get together at the University of Oxford.
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08.10.2025
10:00 — 12:00
Fritz-Reuter-Saal, Dorotheenstraße 24Welcome Centre
Orientation for international students and doctoral candidates
Go to event pageYou’re a new international student or PhD candidate attending Humboldt-Universität in the upcoming winter semester? We'd like to invite you to our in-person orientation event.
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14.10.2025
09:00 — 15:00
International Service Centre, HauptgebäudeWelcome 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 October and November, the Local Registration Office will be at Humboldt- Universität on four dates. Book an appointment!
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23.10.2025
09:00 — 15:00
International Service Centre, HauptgebäudeWelcome 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 October and November, the Local Registration Office will be at Humboldt- Universität on four dates. Book an appointment!
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