Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
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Das Bild zeigt das Hauptgebäude der HU in der Abendsonne.
Monument to Alexander von Humboldt in front of the main building Photo: Stefan Klenke
Das Bild zeigt das Denkmal von Wilhelm von Humboldt vor dem Hauptgebäude in Nahaufnahme
Monument to Wilhelm von Humboldt in front of the main building Photo: Stefan Klenke
The picture shows the view through a window in the west wing onto the main university building.
View from the west wing of the main university building Photo: Stefan Klenke

We are Humboldt

We research, teach and work for and with society. Free. Independent. Responsible. Courageous and committed. Diverse and open. Aware of our history and focused on the future. Excellent. We are Humboldt-Universität (HU).

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Ein Bild vom Brandenburger Tor, im Hintergrund blauer Himmel und Sonnenstrahlen, die zwischen den Säulen hervorscheinen. Im Bild sind auch vier transparente Blasen mit Konfetti zu sehen.
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Berlin University Alliance

The Berlin University Alliance will continue to receive funding as part of the Excellence Strategy, thereby making history.

An elderly man with white hair and glasses is sitting at a table with a microphone and a name badge.
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Research

The philosopher and sociologist Jürgen Habermas died in early March. In this interview, Philipp Felsch, Professor of Cultural History at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, talks about Habermas, his era and the significance of his work.
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Open Humboldt

Exhibition, book launch and workshops from 10 to 12 April, organised in collaboration between the Centre for British Studies at Humboldt University and the University of Oxford.
A man wearing a patterned jumper is sitting in a dark room, watching a red laser beam.
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Research
Berlin University Alliance

Researchers at the Science of Intelligence (SCIoI) Cluster of Excellence are investigating how the brain produces a stable image despite the jerky movements of our eyes. To do this, they use afterimages as an experimental tool.
A wooden sign bearing the words "TAX THE RICH!" and a smiling face in purple.
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Social scientists from HU are investigating the causes of the link between growing income and wealth disparities and increasing support for populist parties in Europe.
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We are excellent

HU is part of the Berlin University Alliance (BUA), Germany's first and only university consortium of excellence. The aim of the BUA is to jointly promote cutting-edge research and strengthen Berlin as an international centre of science.

Zwei Menschen erscheinen als Silhouetten vor einer riesigen erleuchteten Erdkugel. Einer von Ihnen zeigt dabei auf die Erde.

We are international

Students and academics at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin benefit from its excellent research infrastructure and the intellectual vibrancy of Berlin. International networks and partnerships facilitate study and research stays worldwide.

Große Gruppe von etwa dreißig Personen steht für ein Gruppenfoto auf einer monumentalen steinernen Treppe in einem historischen Gebäude mit hohen Decken, Bögen und reich verzierten Wänden. Mehrere antike Lampen flankieren die Treppe, und im Hintergrund öffnen sich weitere Treppenaufgänge und ein großer Torbogen.

We are European

As part of Circle U., an alliance of nine universities across the continent, HU creates new and innovative European opportunities in learning, teaching and research. Circle U.'s offers are directed at students, academics and staff alike.

Studying at the HU

Studying at Humboldt-Universität is unique: it combines interdisciplinary education, research and practice. With more than 170 degree programmes, we offer students early participation in research projects and encourage critical thinking and open dialogue beyond the curriculum.

Mehre Studierende sitzen vor dem Grimm-Zentrum der HU und unterhalten sich, telefonieren oder lesen auf dem Handy.
Photo: Julia Baier

Studying at the HU

Studying at Humboldt-Universität is unique: it combines interdisciplinary education, research and practice. With more than 170 degree programmes, we offer students early participation in research projects and encourage critical thinking and open dialogue beyond the curriculum.

Research & Teaching

Following the example of our namesake, research and teaching at Humboldt-Universität are directly linked. This explicitly includes early-career researchers who are able to conduct independent research and teaching at an early stage. HU is an excellent research university that achieves top results in many areas in national and international comparisons.

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Photo: Matthias Heyde

Research & Teaching

Following the example of our namesake, research and teaching at Humboldt-Universität are directly linked. This explicitly includes early-career researchers who are able to conduct independent research and teaching at an early stage. HU is an excellent research university that achieves top results in many areas in national and international comparisons.

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Open Humboldt

Under the motto Open Humboldt, we share our knowledge, expertise and infrastructure beyond the campus boundaries. We are in constant dialogue with business and society. We want to inform and inspire people, promote and enable participation.

Eine Frau erklärt Besucher*innen während der Ausstellung ein Ausstellungstück und seine Funktionsweise.
Photo: Philipp Plum

Open Humboldt

Under the motto Open Humboldt, we share our knowledge, expertise and infrastructure beyond the campus boundaries. We are in constant dialogue with business and society. We want to inform and inspire people, promote and enable participation.

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Our university

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin combines academic excellence with social responsibility. Guided by Humboldt's legacy, it stands for free, independent research, research-based learning and an open exchange of knowledge with society. It offers space for diversity, critical debate and new perspectives - right in the heart of Berlin, with a global network.

Im Grimm-Zentrum der HU
Photo: Andreas Süß

Our university

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin combines academic excellence with social responsibility. Guided by Humboldt's legacy, it stands for free, independent research, research-based learning and an open exchange of knowledge with society. It offers space for diversity, critical debate and new perspectives - right in the heart of Berlin, with a global network.

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