Humboldt Winter University
During the Humboldt University International Winter University program, you have the opportunity to study at one of the leading higher education institutions in Germany, situated in the unique and historical city of Berlin.
Humboldt University offers a great variety of interdisciplinary subject courses taught in English and German language courses. Metropolitan research and urban planning, Law and economics, or would you prefer German literature? You will find a diverse course offering at the HU Winter University. The courses target international undergraduate and postgraduate students. Annually, more than 600 students from all over the world study together in the On-Campus courses, where they make lasting friendships and benefit from unforgettable experiences in Berlin. If you want to learn more about life in Berlin and the city's history in addition to your academic courses, the free cultural programs are the perfect way.
Field of Study
- Economics
- German Language and Culture
- History
- International Relations
- Law
- Literature
- Political Science
- Social Science
- Urban Planning
For more detailed information regarding the courses available, visit the host university website.
Credit Equivalent
6-9ECTS = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 4 UQ Units if at least 12 ECTS are successfully completed (pending UQ faculty approval).
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences Team is not a visa-issuing authority, we cannot provide visa advice.
Contact the host university for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and Application
All applicants must meet the short-term experience eligibility criteria and any additional eligibility criteria set by Humboldt University.
Non-native speakers of English should note the additional English-language proficiency requirements before applying.
If you intend to undertake your experience for credit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your application to Global Experiences at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note, however, that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Cost
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad. Tuition fees will vary depending on the course(s) you choose. The program fees are 160 euros, and tuition fees are approximately $1,716AUD (Standard course) - $2,698AUD (German Language Course) per course. Detailed information regarding fees can be found on the host university's website under the respective course.
Discount
UQ students may also be eligible for a partner discount and a discount for taking multiple courses. To be eligible for the UQ partner discount, applicants need to state the name of their university in the comments field of the application form.
Accommodation
Accommodation is at an additional cost of approximately $750AUD for a single room in a shared apartment, plus a deposit of 200 euro. Students are responsible for booking their own accommodation for their stay in Germany.
Humboldt University provides everything you need to know about finding the right accommodation during your short-term experience on the host university website.
Funding
Global Experiences Grants
When you submit your application for an experience, you are automatically considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
OS-HELP Loan
You may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.
Laura - Humboldt University International Winter University
Master of Governance and Public Policy, Winter 2023
Through those class discussions I was able to gain a lot of knowledge on how to approach an issue from different angles which has been a very beneficial outcome and learned skill for my future career path.
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 24 September 2026
Host: 15 November 2026
Program Dates
Session One
Start: 04 January 2027
End: 15 January 2027
Session Two
Start: 18 January 2027
End: 29 January 2027
German Language Course
Start: 04 January 2027
End: 29 January 2027
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: Berlin, Germany (in-person)
Credit: For-credit or not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and postgraduate*
*Postgraduates can attend the program as not-for-credit only
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.
Application Deadlines
OS-HELP loan applications open on 5 January each year.
OS-HELP loan applications can’t be accepted:
- any earlier than 6 months before the official start date of your overseas study
- any later than 3 months before the official end date of your overseas study.
*OS-HELP Loan applications are closed between 17 December and 5 January. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for more information on how to apply for an OS-HELP loan.
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.