Higher Education Compass: Studying in Germany

Studying and earning a doctorate in Germany

If you are interested in doing a degree, we can give you all the latest information about the courses offered by German higher education institutions – from undergraduate level through to doctoral studies. The information you’ll find here is first hand, because all the details in the Higher Education Compass are entered and updated by the higher education institutions themselves. For more help choosing your course, why not use our course of study interest test (SIT), or the Studienplatzbörse, the German clearing system for study places.

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Degree Programmes

The most comprehensive Information on degree programmes offered by German higher education institutions. In addition to a database, you will find useful information about all aspects of studying.

Studying in Germany

Doctoral Studies

Are you looking for opportunities to complete a doctorate at a higher education institution in Germany? We've got comprehensive search options, along with guidance and tips for your search.

Doctoral Studies
Studierende an der Bauhaus-Universität Weimar (Foto: Jens Hausprung/Bauhaus-Universität Weimar)

Study in an experimental environment: the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar offers a creative atmosphere where innovative ideas and a passion for experimentation are taken seriously.

Prof. Dr. Winfried Speitkamp, President of the Bauhaus-Universität Weimar

Research Map

The HRK Research Map allows you to search for German universities by the key research areas the institution is best known for.

Research Map