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Study Abroad in Berlin with FUBiS - Winter and Summer

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4.33 (12)Since 1997

The Freie Universität Berlin International Summer and Winter University (FUBiS) is an intensive academic program through which students can earn credits that may be counted towards their degrees at their home institutions. FUBiS sessions run for three to six weeks and take place both in summer and winter. Students can choose between subject courses (mostly taught in English) and German language a...

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Program Highlights

Take German language classes according to your proficiency level - in small, interactive classes with highly experienced instructors.

Gain ECTS credits and pursue broader academic learning within an international environment!

Expand your insight into specific topics such as culture, business, politics, and literature, advancing your studies or diving into a new topic.

Complement your study with visits to memorials, museums, and cultural institutions or sessions with expert guest speakers.

Meet like-minded students from 40+ different countries and connect internationally inside and outside the classroom.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Berlin, Germany
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundTerms Available:
  • Summer
  • Winter
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Jun 16, 2026

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Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.33

Total Reviews

12

My experience in Germany

June 29, 2026by: Yiran Tan - China
5

My experience in Germany is pretty new and interesting for me. Germany is an interesting country which gives me a very different experience. I enjoyed the boat trip on fhe Spree River, and every field trip of my courses. Although my German class is difficult for me, I really enjoy this lesson and try my best to overcome the challenges.p

The welcome party of the FUBiS

I will remember this study abroad forever!

June 29, 2026by: Tahlia Foster - Australia
5

I have never left my own country before but Berlin is somewhere I have always dreamed of. I knew I had to come here and when I saw this exciting opportunity to study right in Berlin with Fubis, I knew I had to take it. I reached out for support with the lovely team and they were so kind and helpful into making sure I was prepared. Whilst here I have engaged in a subject I’m passionate about with Dr Waite who clearly loves what he does and encourages us to physically engage with our learning through excursions and encouraging us to travel. He has been a highlight of this program and those excursions will stay with me for life. I have had endless opportunities to see and do things in Berlin and Germany as a whole and I feel completely satisfied with how I’ve spent my time and how the program went. You learn things quickly because people are there to guide you, your first experiences shopping for example can be nerve wracking if you don’t know the language but you work it out and within weeks it becomes second nature to you. I wish my time here didn’t have to end, I have completely fallen in love with this city. I think there’s a deep part of me that doesn’t want to leave Berlin but all that does is make me certain I will return here. What an epic experience, I loved this 6 week program. Thank you to all the staff and support and of course to Dr Waite for his energetic and cheery demeanour and his ability to talk about the hard topics while remaining passionate about what he does. I’m going to remember this for the rest of my life!

I will never stop being impressed by this icon!

Living Berlin

March 08, 2016by: Felipe Volio - San Jose
5

FUBiS is just amazing. Not only do you have an excellent academic experience but you also get to meet students from all over the world in a wonderful city that has too much to offer. I fully recommend the course Law Politics and Society with professor Hartnell and this experience will definitely open your mind and you won't regret it.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Berlin, Germany

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Architecture
  • Art History
  • Business

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Summer
  • Winter

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Some Accommodation
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Academic Advising

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English
  • German

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Other
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The Freie Universität Berlin International Summer and Winter University (FUBiS) is an intensive academic program through which students can earn credits that may be counted towards their degrees at their home institutions. FUBiS sessions run for three to six weeks and take place both in summer and winter. Students can choose between subject courses (mostly taught in English) and German language and culture courses. The 50+ subject courses are offered within the fields of Architecture, Art History, Politics, Law, History, Media Studies, Economics, Sustainability, Literature, Philosophy, Entrepreneurship, and Music. German language and culture courses are available for up to five different proficiency levels (A1 to C1). Field trips are an integral part of all our courses. In addition, FUBi...