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47 Best Chemistry Master's Universities in Germany

The best German universities offering Master's Chemistry, ranked by our transparent composite score — no paid placement.

47 universities · ranked best first

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BA University of Bayreuth logo

University of Bayreuth

Bayreuth, Bavaria · Public University

DE #33 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1975
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RE University of Regensburg logo

University of Regensburg

Regensburg, Bavaria · Public University

DE #36 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1962
27
BI Bielefeld University logo

Bielefeld University

Bielefeld, North Rhine-Westphalia · Public University

DE #37 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1969
28
MA Philipps-Universität Marburg logo

Philipps-Universität Marburg

Marburg, Hesse · Public University

DE #38 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1527
29
UB University of Bremen logo

University of Bremen

Bremen · Public University

DE #39 QS World #611 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1971
30
JG Justus Liebig University Giessen logo

Justus Liebig University Giessen

Gießen, Hesse · Public University

DE #40 QS World #701 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1607
32
TC Technische Universität Chemnitz logo

Technische Universität Chemnitz

Chemnitz, Saxony · Public University

DE #44 QS World #801 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1836
33
TB Technische Universität Braunschweig logo

Technische Universität Braunschweig

Braunschweig, Lower Saxony · Public University

DE #49 QS World #801 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1745
34
PA Paderborn University logo

Paderborn University

Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia · Public University

DE #50 QS World #801 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1972
35
OS Osnabrück University logo

Osnabrück University

Osnabrück, Lower Saxony · Public University

DE #52 QS World #801 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1974
36
SI University of Siegen logo

University of Siegen

Siegen, North Rhine-Westphalia · Public University

DE #53 QS World #801 Star rating 3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1972

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities in Germany for Master's Chemistry?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of Bayreuth, University of Regensburg, Bielefeld University. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in Chemistry cost in Germany?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities charge no tuition fees in most states (only a semester contribution of roughly €150–€400), while private universities and some Baden-Württemberg programmes do charge. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Chemistry in Germany?

Yes. Germany has over 2,000 English-taught programmes open to international students, who apply for a national student visa (Visa D) at the German mission after receiving their letter of admission.

How are these universities ranked?

We use a transparent composite score combining QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.

Studying Chemistry at Master's level in Germany

Germany is the world’s leading destination for Chemistry at Master's level, with accredited programs taught in English at public flagships, private research universities and specialist institutes. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World positions, our editorial star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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