Master of Public Policy

Master of Public Policy in Berlin, Germany

Hertie School

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

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)

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)

Application Periods

Semester

Locations

Berlin

Subject Areas

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 (€11,208/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.