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Study Public Administration & Public Service in Germany (2026/27)

Germany offers international students a rigorous education in public administration and public service, preparing graduates to shape and improve the work of government institutions and public organisations. Programmes combine theoretical knowledge in law, political science and management with practical training through internships, case studies and real-world projects, teaching students how to design and implement policies, manage administrative processes and lead teams in delivering effective public services. Germany's strong tradition of efficient governance and its central role in the European Union provide valuable insights into both national and international public sector work, while a growing emphasis on innovation and digital transformation keeps curricula forward-looking.

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291 courses available

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Fees & Costs

German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
German Students
Degree
Tuition Fee
Bachelor
0 - 6,312 euros (per semester)
Master
0 - 18,750 euros (per semester)
MBA
1,300 - 7,250 euros (per semester)
LL.M.
0 - 4,600 euros (per semester)

Deadlines

Below are the most frequent application deadlines for Public Administration & Public Service study programs in Germany.
German Students
Other EU Students
Non-EU Students
Non-EU Students
Winter Semester
Summer Semester
Admission-restricted courses Admission-free courses
Master15 July15 July
Bachelor15 July15 July
MBA15 July31 July
LL.M.15 June31 July
OtherNo information14 July
Master
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
15 July
Bachelor
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
15 July
MBA
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
31 July
LL.M.
Admission-restricted courses
15 June
Admission-free courses
31 July
Other
Admission-restricted courses
No information
Admission-free courses
14 July
Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually.
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study programs in Public Administration & Public Service are still open for admission for the Winter Semester 2026/2027
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Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually.

Numerus Clausus (Admission Restriction)

For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).
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Top 5 Most Selective Public Administration & Public Service Study Programs (based on Numerus Clausus)

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