08 October 2026, 04:00 PM (Europe/Berlin)
International Master of Science in Rural Development [Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Рrοgram]
(Starting: Winter Semester)
- Starting
- Winter Semester
- Mode of Admission:
- no admission restriction
- Study Mode:
- On campus
- Registration Fee & Tuition Information:
- The tuition fee is 4,500 € per academic year for program country nationals, and 9,000 € per academic year for partner countrу natiοnals,
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in preferably bioscience engineering or agricultural sciences.
Minimum standard period of study: 3 years.
Students in the last year of their bachelor studies can also apply, provided that they will obtain their degree before the start of the IMRD program.
You must be able to demonstrate through your transcripts basic science training in:
- Mathematics and/or statistics.
- Life sciences.
- Social sciences and/or rural development and/or economics.
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Good overall scorеs.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
EnglishSpecification: A minimum of 6,0 for writing
Info events by the University
12 October 2026, 12:30 PM (CET)
On campusHow to thrive as an International Student
An international or Erasmus student at Humboldt-Universität? At the Welcome Centre's Lunch & Learn, you get practical tips, answers to your questions and guidance from an external facilitator – all over a shared lunch. It's also a chance to meet fellow students.
13 October 2026, 03:30 PM (CET)On campusGlobal Café: Speedfriending
New in Berlin or just keen to meet new people? At Speedfriending in the International Service Centre (room 1068), you get to know students from all over the world in no time, swap stories and maybe practise a language along the way. The atmosphere is relaxed and open – a playful way to grow your network.
14 October 2026, 21 October 2026, 28 October 2026, 4 November 2026On campusFuture Skills | Lunch & Learn | incl. lunch
With "Future Skills | Lunch & Learn", HU offers international students and PhD candidates four interactive trainings over a shared lunch. The topics: finding your purpose, understanding the German higher education system, staying resilient and navigating uncertainty. Practical tools included – plus the chance to connect with others.
5 November 2026, 03:00 PM (CET)OnlineInformation Session: Residence Permit Applications for International Students
Planning to apply for or extend your residence permit and unsure how the process works in Berlin? In this online info session, HU's Welcome Centre walks you through it step by step: required documents, how to get an appointment with the Berlin Immigration Office (LEA) and practical tips for a successful application.
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
German Students 
Other EU Students 
Non-EU Students Non-EU Students| Intake | Winter Semester |
| Application deadline | 28 Junein > 8 months |
| Application mode | Uni-assist (VPD) → More info |
| Application fee | uni-assist Fees: €75 for the first application, €30 for each additional application (in the given semester). |
Application Procedure & Selection
Location
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