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Humboldt University of Berlin
Contact: +49 30 20 93 28 71
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin, Germany
4.17 / 5 based on 228 reviews.
Description:
The university was founded in Berlin in 1810, and the foundation concept of Wilhelm von Humboldt gave it the title "Mother of all modern universities". This concept envisaged a "Universitas litterarum" which would achieve a unity of teaching and research and provide students with an all-round humanist education. This concept spread throughout the world and gave rise to the foundation of many universities of the same type over the next century and a half.
85% of students recommend
228 reviews
228 Overall reviews of Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
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by David, Queen Mary & Westfield College - University of London, London, United Kingdom
Law, Erasmus
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Dont worry, Berlin is so cheap any administrative nightmares (ie accomodation) can be sorted out on arrival. Get Angemeldet immediatly, you are not a human without an "Anmeldebescheinigung". It is a prerequisite for: bank account, registration at uni, telephone and most other essentials. In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
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Dont expect luxuries or support from the Uni, get on with it and you will have the time of your life. FINAL COMMENTS
GET ANGEMELDET! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Puia, Universita degli Studi di Trieste, Trieste, Italy
International Relations, Erasmus
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Anything.Doing an experience as Erasmus is just a wonderfull experience through which you can discover yourself. Before going you had to know only that a new experience can only contribute to your growth. In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
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Take it seriously.Studying at Humboldt is not a joke, even for an Erasmus student. FINAL COMMENTS
Giving suggestions is not always so easy. Each experience is unique. Anyway, just one advice: be curious!!!! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by jpnetzel, Drake University, Des Moines, United States
International Relations, University Agreement
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No, I was very well prepared for the whole experience. In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
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Get involved and go out after whatever you want because all the resources are there. I highly recommend Humboldt. FINAL COMMENTS
Travel in Eastern Europe as much as possible, its cheaper and there are lots of cool things to see. Have an open mind in everything you do. Go outside your comfort zone that's a big part of studying abroad This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by rebeccamurray, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Language, Erasmus
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I wish I'd known how fantastic and therefore dangerous to the credit card Berlin is! It was very easy to overspend massively.... In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
During my experience abroad, I ...
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Its a great and renowned university with good services and an amazing location. FINAL COMMENTS
Perhaps this wouldn't be the place to come to lift your grade because there's so much going on on every other level that focusing on your studies may prove tricky. I wasn't there in winter but I hear they have serious winters and alot of the cheaper accomodation will have coal ovens to heat them - very beautiful and decorative, but a real nightmare to keep stoked, especially if you live on the top floor ( a lot of carrying) This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by meriguor, Universidad Pública de Navarra, Pamplona, Spain
Sociology, Erasmus
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How to find a appartment and which are the better places to live. In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
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try to participate in many activities. There are many colectives that work very hard (for example against faszismus) FINAL COMMENTS
buy a guide from Berlin and study it! there are many many things to do here This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by avitie, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland
International Relations, Independent
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More about courses, especially courses in English. In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
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Great academic atmosphere and good discussions at seminars. FINAL COMMENTS
Travel to Cracau, Prague and Budapest by bus or train during your stay! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Maria, Universidad de Oviedo, Oviedo, Spain
Humanities, Independent
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No, I already knew the place In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
During my experience abroad, I ...
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Academic life is highly interesting FINAL COMMENTS
Maybe you should check accomodation in advance. It is difficult to find reasonable prices at glance. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Benameur, Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
Physics, Erasmus
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Yes! The campus of the HU moved that year to an other location south-east of Berlin. That was new for me and it was not mentioned in the catalogue for internationla students. In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
During my experience abroad, I ...
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There are great lectures and different research groups. Also international nights for Erasmus student were great. FINAL COMMENTS
Berlin and the Humboldt University were a great experience. I am really happy I could live it. There are plenty of opportunities up there, it only depends on you to discover and enjoy them! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Bradley, University of Durham, Durham, United Kingdom
Linguistics, Independent
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Personally, I was very lucky when it came to accommodation and managed to find an apartment after a 2 days of being in the city, but you might want to check on the internet before you go. In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
During my experience abroad, I ...
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Be open and don't be afraid to talk to everybody! FINAL COMMENTS
Berlin is an easy place to adapt to and it has a great ambiance. It has the perfect mix of student life and native contact. I can't think of a more vibrant, modern european city today. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Saskia, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom
Language, Erasmus
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I was well informed about what to expect upon my arrival in Berlin. In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
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The Humboldt University is a renouned and beautiful university with a high academic standard. It is also situated in an incredible city. I highly recommend it! FINAL COMMENTS
If you have the opportunity to go to a city like Berlin take it. There is so much to do and if you take every opportunity both socially and academically you will have an incredible time. One piece of advise I would give is on arrival at your host city take up as many hobbies, join societies, speak to as many poeple and get as involved as you can, as it will help you settle in and set the pace for the rest of the year. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by lisa, University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom
Business Studies, Erasmus
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wish i had known this website: http://www.young-germany.de - really good information on how to get settled in germany In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
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check out this website: http://www.young-germany.de - really good information on how to get settled in germany and life in germany!!! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Hillevi, Uppsala Universitet, Uppsala, Sweden
Management Science, Erasmus
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I moved from campus after three weeks so I was ok but I wish I had knomn in advance how to get a WG instead. It is not difficult at all when you know about it. In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
During my experience abroad, I ...
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Go there! You have to experience Berlin! FINAL COMMENTS
Don't let the University arrnage with accommodation. Try to get a room in a WG! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Lisa, New York University, New York City, United States
Language, University Agreement
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I wish I had known how nice it would be... I would have planned to stay longer! In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
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I loved the location [in the city center of eastern Berlin] and I had no real problems with the university itself. FINAL COMMENTS
I have nothing but fond memories of my time in Berlin. I think people may not always think of it as a desirable destination, but it's great once you give it a chance. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by mabelsimon, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
Social Sciences, Erasmus
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i wish I had studied more German before arriving in Berlin In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
During my experience abroad, I ...
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every new student has to pay many attention to bureucracy (administration, payments, certificates...) FINAL COMMENTS
The best tip: living Berlin, living its history, its culture, its universities and studies, its places... to live each second in berlin, because you can learn a lot from every second you live This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by spcallah, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, United States
Political Science, International Education of Studnets (IES)
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bring an extra bag for the stuff that you need to bring home. In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
During my experience abroad, I ...
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Keep allowing international students, it helps spread culture. FINAL COMMENTS
Make sure you are social, that is the real way to learn the culture and the language. Television and radio helped me a lot with idoms and slang, its good to have one of each. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Stefano, LUISS, Rome, Italy
Marketing and Sales Management, Erasmus
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How to get a good accomodation without too much effort. In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
During my experience abroad, I ...
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Go to "Humboldt Humboltianus", the International Students Organization: there you will meet firnads in a While. And, overall, be friendly to everybody. Germans can be very nice. FINAL COMMENTS
Berlin is a stimulating city, in this period. Go there: it may be the occasion of a lifetime. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by Chris, Thunderbird, Glendale, United States
International Relations, University Agreement
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No. In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
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The Humboldt has a strong reputation both in Europe and abroad. FINAL COMMENTS
Seize every opportunity to learn and grow. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by onikaw, Duke University, Durham, United States
Economics, University Agreement
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that i should've stayed for a year rather than just a semester. In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
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Independent personalities were highly rewarded. FINAL COMMENTS
Berlin is an excellent place to study. There's tons to do in the city and it's situated to travel easily around a lot of Europe. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by aisty, Universitetas Vilniaus, Vilnius, Lithuania
Business Studies, Copernicus programm
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Everything was in a way it had to be In my opinion:
Most people loved it.
During my experience abroad, I ...
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you have to choose those lections which are chosen by most students - they are the most interesting. Start learning earlier than right before exams. FINAL COMMENTS
Be eager to travel and to lead active social life. this makes your stay more attractive. Get involved in cultural life - visit theatres, concerts, museums etc. There is much to see! This also bring more impressions about the stay This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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by entusiasta76, Università degli Studi di Trento, Trento, Italy
Law, University Agreement
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No In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
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I hope that this universityn will give always lots of possibilities to study without many exams for the admission! FINAL COMMENTS
It was everything wonderfull!!! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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