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HKUST Winter Study Abroad: Humboldt-Universitaet zu Berlin (Germany) (Partnership) (Outgoing Program) Print  Save 
  • Locations: Berlin, Germany
  • Program Terms: Winter
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Restrictions: HKUST applicants only
Program Description:


About Humboldt-Universitaet zu Berlin

The Humboldt University of Berlin is a public research university in the central borough of Mitte in Berlin, Germany. 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. 
 

About HUWISU Winter On Campus

HUWISU Winter on Campus is a multidisciplinary program and all courses are based on a hands-on methodology. The extra-curricular activities offer a wide variety of perspectives on Berlin life, history, and culture.
 

HKUST-nominated students are required to take courses in face-to-face mode only. For an overview of the on-campus courses, please CLICK HERE.
 

Program Date

5 - 23 Jan 2026 (3 weeks)

Notes:

  • Host Institutions may provide orientation activities for students, with some mandatory, which you should attend. You are required to pay attention to the host institution's arrival information and arrive in time.
  • You should only depart after completion of the program (i.e. finishing all final examinations and/or assessments, both compulsory and optional ones).

 

Fees

HKUST students will bear the program fee and the costs for travel, visa, insurance, personal expenses and other fees incurred by the program. 

Fees Amount
One-off program fee (non-refundable) EUR 160
Course fee EUR 765 - 935
(Depends on the course chosen) 


Eligibility

HKUST students should apply through the Office of Global Learning. You are eligible to apply for the program if you:

You may also find the details on application process and selection criteria under HKUST Winter Study Abroad Program brochure page.


Visa Information

Depending on your nationality and the length of your stay you may need a visa to enter Germany. Please CLICK HERE (under "Visas" tab) for more information.


Health Insurance

All participants must have a health insurance valid in Germany. Please CLICK HERE for details.
 

HKUST students who take part in the University's study abroad programs will be covered by the University's Travel Insurance Plan. Please CLICK HERE for details, and apply for an insurance certificate if needed.


Accommodation

HKUST students must stay in one of the accommodation options offered by the host institution (if applicable). If you choose not to stay in any of them, you must obtain a pre-approval from HKUST by emailing us at study.abroad@ust.hk.
 

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin does not provide student accommodation for participants of short-term programs. Once you have been admitted to the program, the host institution will provide recommendations and practical tips that will help you find a decent place to stay in Berlin for the duration of the program. For details, please CLICK HERE.


Disclaimer: The host institutions may release updated information from time to time. Information on this page will be updated on a rolling basis. While the Office of Global Learning tries the best effort to post the most updated information on this page, you are advised to refer to the host institutions' official websites for the most updated information.

Last update: 15 September 2025