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During your studies

During your studies at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, there are a number of things to consider: From academic deadlines to individual planning of your studies, you will find an overview of relevant information and contact points here.

Study organisation

It is important for your status as a student that you are aware of the dates and deadlines for re-registration and registration for examinations.

Eine Studentin arbeitet an einem Schreibtisch in der Zweigbibliothek der HU auf dem Campus Adlershof

Study organisation

It is important for your status as a student that you are aware of the dates and deadlines for re-registration and registration for examinations.

Study flexibly

Not every degree programme has to be the same. Whether you are planning a stay abroad, taking a semester off due to your personal situation or want to study part-time, you can find out what options are available to you here.

Zwei Studierende sitzen miteinander redend auf dem Boden vor einem Gebäude am Campus Nord der HU.
Photo: Phil Dera

Study flexibly

Not every degree programme has to be the same. Whether you are planning a stay abroad, taking a semester off due to your personal situation or want to study part-time, you can find out what options are available to you here.

What's going on on your campus?

Even Humboldtians who have been here for a while can get to know the university in a completely different way. Insights into campus life.

Studierende an Schreibtischen auf den Leseterrassen des mit braunem Holz verkleideten großen Lesesaal im Grimm-Zentrum.
2020er Photo: Stefan Klenke
Studierende der HU arbeiten in einem hellen Arbeitsraum der Zweigbibliothek Nord. And der Wand hängen bunte abstrakte Gemälde.
Arbeiten in einem der hellen und modernen Arbeitssäle der Zweigbibliothek Campus Nord. Photo: Stefan Klenke
Sechs studentische Musizierende sitzen auf der Bühne des Reutersaals und proben für den Kammermusikabend der HU.
Studentische Musikerinnen und Musiker proben für den Kammermusikabend im Reutersaal (Dorotheenstraße 24 - Campus Mitte). Photo: Stefan Klenke
Links das Institut für Sozialwissenschaften, mittig Bahnbrücke mit ICE, im Hintergrund das Grimm-Zentrum der HU.
Links das Gebäude des Instituts für Sozialwissenschaften, im Hintergrund das weiße Gebäude des Jacob-und-Wilhelm-Grimm-Zentrums auf dem Campus-Mitte. Photo: Stefan Klenke
Bücherregale und Scanner in der Zweigbibliothek Musikwissenschaften am Campus Mitte. Im Hintergrund ein lesender Student.
Die Zweigbibliothek der Musikwissenschaften auf dem Campus Mitte. Photo: Stefan Klenke
Aussenansicht des mehrstöckigen CUBES Circle Forschungsgebäudes auf dem HU-Campus Dahlem.
Im CUBES Circle Forschungsgebäude des Campus Dahlem wird über nachhaltige, urbane Nahrungsproduktion in geschlossenen Kreislaufsystemen geforscht. Photo: Stefan Klenke
Blick über die Anlage des HU-Campus Dahlem mit Versuchsfeld, Gewächshäusern und roten Backsteinhäusern im Hintergrund
Feld und Gewächshäuser auf dem Campus Dahlem. Photo: Stefan Klenke
Eine Wissenschaftlerin arbeitet in einem Chemie-Labor. Sie trägt weißen Kittel und Schutzbrille
Ein wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin in einem der Forschungslabore im Emil Fischer-Haus des Instituts für Chemie (Campus Adlershof). Photo: Stefan Klenke
Blick aus einem Fenster. Menschen sitzen an Tischen oder auf der Wiese vor der Mensa auf dem Campus Nord.
Blick über die beliebte Mensa Nord des Studierendenwerks während der Mittagspause auf dem Campus Nord. Photo: Phil Dera
Der historische Hörsaal des Tieranamotischen Theaters der HU Berlin mit seinen rundgeschwungenen weißen Sitzbänken.
Der einzigartige Hörsaal des denkmalgeschützten Tieranatomische Theaters (1789/1790) auf dem Campus Nord wird auch gerne als Kulisse für Film- und Fernsehproduktionen verwendet. Photo: Stefan Klenke
Sporttreibende, Turnmatten und Volleyballnetz in Sporthalle des HU-Hochschulsports auf dem Campus Nord.
Die Turnhalle des Hochschulsports der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin auf dem Campus Nord. Photo: Stefan Klenke

events

Courses

Pursue individual interests in the interdisciplinary compulsory elective area

In the interdisciplinary compulsory elective area, students can individually expand their programme content. Among other things, modules are offered in the areas of social and media skills, organisational and management skills and AI skills.

Everything at a glance: Our AGNES course catalogue

Would you like an overview of all courses in the coming or current semester? You can find all courses in our AGNES course catalogue. There you will also find an overview of deadlines and dates.

Studying beyond the lecture theatre

Would you like to apply what you have learnt in practice, for issues in society or in an international context? We offer our students more than just courses as part of the degree programme.

People in the colonnade of the Alte Nationalgalerie Berlin
Photo: Stefan Klenke

Studying beyond the lecture theatre

Would you like to apply what you have learnt in practice, for issues in society or in an international context? We offer our students more than just courses as part of the degree programme.

Learn more

What happens after graduation?

Second degree, doctorate or direct entry into professional life - there are various options available to you after graduation. Here you can find information and decide which path is best for your next career step.

Glastür mit Holzrahmen mit der Aufschrift "Was bin ich"
Photo: Stefan Klenke

What happens after graduation?

Second degree, doctorate or direct entry into professional life - there are various options available to you after graduation. Here you can find information and decide which path is best for your next career step.

After your studies

News for students

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Open Humboldt

Focus on academic freedom

Focus and expertise at Humboldt-Universität on the topic of academic freedom.

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Development economist Tilman Brück elected to high-ranking UN panel of experts

The United Nations appoints Prof Tilman Brück to the Steering Committee on Food Security.

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Experience research: Ten days of knowledge, dialogue and questions about the future

Events organised by Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin during Berlin Science Week 2025.

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International

30 years of partnership with King's College London

Reason to celebrate: HU and King's look back on three decades of diverse exchange – and continue to cooperate extensively despite Brexit

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New findings about the ageing brain

Researchers from HU uncover genetic causes and modifiable risks in a study involving more than 56,000 participants

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Humboldt-Universität matriculation ceremony on 13 October 2025 at the Humboldt Forum

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin welcomes its new students with numerous support programmes, information on studying and guided tours.

A teacher looks at a blackboard onto which a slideshow from a lecture is projected.
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International
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European Centre for Modern Languages visits HU

The European Centre for Modern Languages of the Council of Europe funds two local workshops per year and member state. This year, an event on the topic of promoting multilingual education in Europe was held at Humboldt-Universität.

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Study

FISU World University Games 2025

HU students are strongly represented at the world's largest student sporting event in the Rhine-Ruhr region and Berlin