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8 English Study Programs at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg
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Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg
About the University
Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) is a public research university located in the cities of Halle and Wittenberg, Germany. It was founded in 1502 and is one of the oldest universities in Germany, with a rich history spanning over 500 years. The university was formed in 1817 by the merger of the University of Wittenberg (founded in 1502) and the University of Halle (founded in 1694). MLU currently has approximately 20,000 students enrolled in its various faculties and departments. The university's main campus is in Halle, while the Leucorea Foundation in Wittenberg serves as MLU's conference centre and hotel for seminars, academic conferences and political events. The centrally located University Square in Halle is considered one of the most beautiful university squares in Europe, offering a blend of historic architecture and modern facilities. The Weinberg Campus, the second largest technology park in eastern Germany, houses all of the university's science institutes.
MLU offers a wide range of academic subjects in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and medicine. The university is renowned for its strong focus on research and its interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning. Notable areas of research include materials science, biological sciences, agricultural sciences, epidemiology, health and nursing research and signal transmission. The university has consistently performed well in national and international rankings. In the 2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, MLU was placed in the 601-800 range. The university also secured a position in the 2021 QS World University Rankings and the 2021 U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities Rankings. MLU has an impressive list of notable alumni and faculty, including the Protestant reformer Martin Luther, who was a professor at Wittenberg. The university has also produced several Nobel laureates and influential figures in various fields, such as philosopher Christian Wolff and physician Friedrich Hoffmann. What sets MLU apart is its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of teaching and research, while fostering strong links with the local community. The university actively collaborates with many high-profile extramural research institutions and industry, providing students with hands-on training and access to cutting-edge research.
International Rankings
National Rankings
Tuition Fees
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
Winter Semester 2024/2025
Summer Semester 2025
Winter Semester 2025/2026
8 programs
1 programs
8 programs
Application Modes
Application Modes
Application Process
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Language Requirements
IELTS Band
TOEFL Scores
Cambridge Levels
6 (4 programs )
72 (3 programs )
B2 First (FCE) (4 programs )
6.5 (1 program )
90 (1 program )
B2 First (FCE) (4 programs )
IELTS Band
6 (4 programs )
6.5 (1 program )
TOEFL Scores
72 (3 programs )
90 (1 program )
Cambridge Levels
B2 First (FCE) (4 programs )
B2 First (FCE) (4 programs )
Program Features
4-6 semesters
Duration→ View all programs with online courses
Online CoursesMaster of Science
Bachelor of Engineering
Bachelor of Science
Winter intake
87.5%Summer intake
0%Winter & Summer intake
12.5%Location
List of English-taught Study Programs offered by Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg
Hochschule Merseburg / Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg
Halle (Saale)
Engineering and Managеmеnt
(per semester)
Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg
Halle (Saale)
Pharmaceutical and Industrial Biotechnolοgу
(per semester)
Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg
Halle (Saale)
Molecular and Cellular Bioscienсеs
(per semester)
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