Sustainability Challenges in a Global World
HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law) offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Berlin.
What it costs
No tuition fees here — just plan for a normal Berlin student life.
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What you'll study
24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Sustainability Challenges in a Global World. At HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law), Berlin, DE. Taught in English.
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law)
Common questions
Is Sustainability Challenges in a Global World at HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law) taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
What is the acceptance rate at HWR Berlin (Berlin School of Economics and Law)?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
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