M.Sc.

Urban Design in Hamburg, Germany

HafenCity Universität Hamburg

Key Facts

Degree

M.Sc.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert mit Auflagen

Until Sep 2030

uni-assist

Required

Language

English

Campus

Hamburg

Intakes per Year

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: None (public university); semester contribution ~EUR 335

Non-EU / International

tuition:: None (public university); semester contribution ~EUR 335

HafenCity Universität Hamburg, an Universitäten in Hamburg, Germany offers an M.Sc. in Urban Design, with a standard duration of 4 semesters (approximately 2 years). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert mit Auflagen accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). International applicants apply through uni-assist. GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

English — IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90 or equivalent B2/C1

Application Periods

Winter Semester Semester

Entry: 15 Jul

Locations

Hamburg

Subject Areas

Subject Groups

Civil Engineering & Architecture Art, Music & Design

Study Fields

Architektur Geographie Städtebau

Study Forms

Präsenzstudiengang Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. HafenCity Universität Hamburg welcomes international applicants for its M.Sc. in Urban Design in Hamburg. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years).

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.

International applicants apply through uni-assist (the central application platform for German universities). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.