Master of Public Policy English 4 Semesters

Master of Public Policy

Hertie School Berlin, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

Master of Public Policy

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2029

uni-assist

Not Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

English

Campus

Berlin

Intakes per Year

IELTS

IELTS Academic overall 7.0 with writing 7.0 (graduate programmes MPP/MIA/MDS); Executive M...

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Hertie School

Universitäten · Berlin

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: EUR 36,500 total (EUR 9,125/semester)

Non-EU / International

tuition:: EUR 36,500 total (EUR 9,125/semester)

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The Master of Public Policy programme in Master of Public Policy is offered by Hertie School, an Universitäten in Berlin, Germany, spanning 4 semesters (120 ECTS credits). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany guides international students through the complete application process for German universities — including document preparation, language requirements, visa processing, and finding accommodation.

Language Requirements

English — TOEFL iBT 95+ / IELTS 7.0+ / Cambridge C1 Advanced (or Bachelor taught in English)

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

All instruction is in English; non-native speakers must prove proficiency. Accepted for MPP/MIA/MDS: TOEFL PBT 600 / CBT 250 / iBT 100 with writing 25 (Home Edition accepted), Cambridge ESOL CPE (C2) grade C or CAE (C1) grade B, IELTS overall 7.0 with writing 7.0, Duolingo English Test 125. Executive MPA accepts TOEFL PBT 577 / CBT 233 / iBT 90, Cambridge CPE grades A-C or CAE grades A-B, Duolingo 115 (TOEFL code 8874). Waivers: native speakers, or a completed UNDERGRADUATE degree fully taught in English confirmed by an officially stamped university letter (master's degrees alone do NOT qualify). Tests may be submitted after applying; results due by 1 June, until then any offer is conditional.

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Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (min. 180 ECTS) from an accredited institution; English proficiency (TOEFL 95+ / IELTS 7.0); CV, personal statement, two references; some professional experience recommended.

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Berlin

Subject Groups

Social Sciences & Psychology

Study Fields

Politikwissenschaft Verwaltungswissenschaft Volkswirtschaftslehre

Study Forms

Präsenzstudiengang Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hertie School welcomes international applicants for its Master of Public Policy in Master of Public Policy in Berlin. You will typically need a recognised secondary school certificate (or equivalent), language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 120 ECTS credits.

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

Applications are submitted directly to Hertie School's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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