About the university
The University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) is a private, state-recognised university of applied sciences and one of the few system-accredited private universities in Germany. It began in Iserlohn and now teaches about 7,800 students from more than 140 nationalities on campuses in Berlin, Hamburg, Iserlohn, Potsdam and Dubai.
UE teaches business, sport, tech and software, art and design, and health and psychology. Its tech master's (Data Science, DevOps, Robotics Engineering, Digital Transformations) run at the Innovation Hub in Potsdam, on the SAP 'Think Campus' about 25 minutes from Berlin.
Indian students look at UE for English-taught programmes with flexible lengths (60, 90 or 120 ECTS master's), several intakes a year and simple entry rules: a bachelor's degree and English at B2. As a private university it charges tuition, from about €6,700 a year for bachelor's and €8,200 a year for master's before any savings.
Potsdam is next to Berlin, and UE says it is cheaper to live in than Berlin. Students can live in either city.
- Type
- Private, state-recognised and system-accredited university of applied sciences
- Students
- About 7,800 at UE, from more than 140 nationalities
- Campuses
- Berlin, Hamburg, Iserlohn, the Innovation Hub in Potsdam, and Dubai
- Group
- Part of GUS Germany, with more than 18,000 students
- Intakes
- March and September for most programmes; some also January and July
- Graduate jobs
- 90%+ of business and creative graduates in work within 12 months (UE graduate survey, 2023)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €12,550
- Duration
- 1–2 years (60, 90 or 120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- January, March, July or September
- English
- English at B2 or above (no fixed test score stated; may be checked at interview)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €8,158
- Duration
- 1–2 years (60, 90 or 120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- March (summer) or September (winter); apply by 28 February or 1 September
- English
- English at B2 or above (no fixed test score stated; may be checked at interview)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €8,158
- Duration
- 1–2 years (60, 90 or 120 ECTS; 120 ECTS takes 2 years)
- Intakes
- January, March or September
- English
- English at B2 or above (no fixed test score stated; may be checked at interview)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €8,158
- Duration
- 1–2 years (Fast Track 60 or 90 ECTS; Standard Track 120 ECTS)
- Intakes
- March (summer) or September (winter); apply by 28 February or 1 September
- English
- Proof of English proficiency; a portfolio is also required
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €8,590
- Duration
- 18 months (3 semesters, 90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- January, March, June or September (MBA starts listed in UE's FAQ)
- English
- English at B2 or above; 1 year of work experience after your last degree also needed
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €8,590
- Duration
- 18 months (3 semesters, 90 ECTS)
- Intakes
- January, March, June or September (MBA starts listed in UE's FAQ)
- English
- English at B2 or above; 1 year of work experience after your last degree also needed
- Undergraduate
BSc Digital Business & Data Science
- Fee / year
- €6,662
- Duration
- 3 years (180 ECTS)
- Intakes
- March or September (Hamburg); January, March, July or September (Berlin)
- English
- English at B2 or above; an entrance test is usually part of admission
- Undergraduate
BSc Business and Management Studies
- Fee / year
- €6,662
- Duration
- 3 years (6 semesters, 180 ECTS), including a practical semester or semester abroad
- Intakes
- March or September (Hamburg, Iserlohn); January, March, July or September (Berlin)
- English
- Proof of English proficiency (B2 for English-taught bachelor's)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Data Science | 1–2 years (60, 90 or 120 ECTS) | €12,550 | ≈ ₹13.3 lakh |
| MSc DevOps | 1–2 years (60, 90 or 120 ECTS) | €8,158 | ≈ ₹8.6 lakh |
| MSc Robotics Engineering | 1–2 years (60, 90 or 120 ECTS; 120 ECTS takes 2 years) | €8,158 | ≈ ₹8.6 lakh |
| MSc Digital Transformations | 1–2 years (Fast Track 60 or 90 ECTS; Standard Track 120 ECTS) | €8,158 | ≈ ₹8.6 lakh |
| MBA Financial Management | 18 months (3 semesters, 90 ECTS) | €8,590 | ≈ ₹9.1 lakh |
| MBA Digital Technology | 18 months (3 semesters, 90 ECTS) | €8,590 | ≈ ₹9.1 lakh |
| BSc Digital Business & Data Science | 3 years (180 ECTS) | €6,662 | ≈ ₹7.1 lakh |
| BSc Business and Management Studies | 3 years (6 semesters, 180 ECTS), including a practical semester or semester abroad | €6,662 | ≈ ₹7.1 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
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Scholarships
- Bachelor's and master's applicants
UE Scholarships
Value: Partial scholarships; amounts not published on the fees page
Eligibility: Awarded each semester for one year; needs a motivation letter and/or creative proof depending on the programme. Cannot be combined with other price advantages.
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Academic merit saving
Value: Depends on your grade point average
Eligibility: Applied to tuition based on your previous grades; terms apply.
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Refer-a-Friend
Value: €500 for the referrer and €500 for the new student
Eligibility: Terms in UE's Refer-a-Friend scheme apply.
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Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- A school-leaving qualification that gives entry to a university of applied sciences; UE says you can apply with your national school degree.
- English at B2 for English-taught bachelor's, plus an admission procedure that usually includes an entrance test.
- Apply by 1 September for the winter term or 28 February for the summer term; later applications go on a waiting list.
- UE runs a Foundation Diploma and a Studienkolleg (foundation course) for students who need one.
Postgraduate
- A completed bachelor's degree; MBA programmes ask for at least 180 ECTS and one year of work experience after the degree.
- Tech master's ask for basic statistics (at least 3 ECTS) or a UE pre-master course; DevOps also asks for basic object-oriented programming.
- English at B2, which may be checked in the interview.
- Non-EU applicants pay a reservation fee of at least €1,500 after acceptance, deducted from tuition.
- Indian applicants need an APS certificate for the student visa.
Documents
- Completed admission form
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcript (or Class 12 marksheet for bachelor's)
- Proof of English
- CV
- Copy of passport
- Portfolio (some design and digital programmes)
- APS certificate
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Level needed | B2 (CEFR) for English-taught bachelor's and master's |
| Test scores | UE's pages opened do not list fixed IELTS, TOEFL or PTE scores; ask UE which certificates it accepts |
| Interview | For master's, English at B2 may be certified in the admission interview |
Accommodation and living costs
UE has an accommodation team and points students to university halls, private student residences and shared flats (WG) through sites such as WG-Gesucht. It does not publish rent figures; Innovation Hub students can live in Potsdam, which UE says is cheaper than Berlin, or in Berlin.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Semester ticket, Berlin campus2023 price listed by UE; charged on top of tuition | €205per semester | ≈ ₹21,751 |
| Semester ticket, Innovation Hub2023 price listed by UE | €200per semester | ≈ ₹21,200 |
Campus and location
UE's Innovation Hub is at Konrad-Zuse-Ring 11 in Potsdam, on the SAP 'Think Campus' next to the Jungfernsee lake, about 25 minutes from Berlin by public transport.
- All Innovation Hub programmes are taught in English, in small groups.
- Other campuses in Berlin, Hamburg, Iserlohn and Dubai.
- Accredited by the State of Brandenburg, ZEVA and FIBAA; AACSB Alliance member.
- Extra fees include a €490 registration fee and an €89 yearly technology fee.
Careers and graduate outcomes
UE's programmes are practice-oriented, with corporate partners and dual study options. Its own survey figure is below; work rights follow general German rules, not a promise of a job.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduates in work within 12 months | 90%+ (business and creative degrees) | UE internal graduate evaluation, 2023 |
| Job-search permit after graduating | Up to 18 months | Make it in Germany |
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FAQs
How much are UE's tuition fees?
UE's programme pages show 'from' prices of about €6,662 a year for bachelor's, €8,158 a year for master's and €8,590 a year for MBAs, with savings and terms applied. MSc Data Science shows from €12,550 a year. Add a €490 registration fee and €89 a year technology fee.
When are the intakes?
Most programmes start in March and September, and some also in January and July. Apply by 1 September for winter and 28 February for summer.
Do I need IELTS for UE?
UE asks for English at B2. The pages we checked do not set a fixed IELTS score, and for master's your English may be assessed in the interview. Ask UE which certificates it accepts.
Where is the Innovation Hub?
In Potsdam, at Konrad-Zuse-Ring 11 on the SAP 'Think Campus', about 25 minutes from Berlin by public transport.
Can I work while I study?
Yes, within German student work rules. See our Germany guide for the current limits and the job-search permit after graduation.
Sources
- UE: tuition fees and funding (opens in a new tab)
- UE: tech and software programmes (opens in a new tab)
- UE: business and sport programmes (opens in a new tab)
- UE: MSc Data Science (opens in a new tab)
- UE: MSc DevOps (opens in a new tab)
- UE: MSc Robotics Engineering (opens in a new tab)
- UE: MBA Financial Management (opens in a new tab)
- UE: about us (opens in a new tab)
- UE: FAQ (opens in a new tab)
- UE: Innovation Hub campus (opens in a new tab)
- German Missions in India: student visa documents (APS certificate) (opens in a new tab)
- Make it in Germany: visa for studying and job search after graduation (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.ue-germany.com (opens in a new tab)
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