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17 Best International Law Master's Universities in Germany

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

17 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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HB Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin logo

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Berlin · Public University

DE #7 QS World #120 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1810
2
UH University of Hamburg logo

University of Hamburg

Hamburg · Public University

DE #11 QS World #191 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1919
3
University of Göttingen logo

University of Göttingen

Göttingen, Lower Saxony · Public University

DE #12 QS World #201 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1737
4
TD Technische Universität Dresden logo

Technische Universität Dresden

Dresden, Saxony · Public University

DE #13 QS World #226 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1828
5
GF Goethe University Frankfurt logo

Goethe University Frankfurt

Frankfurt am Main, Hesse · Public University

DE #18 QS World #356 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1914
6
University of Münster logo

University of Münster

Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia · Public University

DE #19 QS World #379 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1780
7
MA University of Mannheim logo

University of Mannheim

Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg · Public University

DE #20 QS World #401 Star rating 5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
€3,000/yr
Founded
1907
9
CK Kiel University logo

Kiel University

Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein · Public University

DE #28 QS World #501 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1665
10
SA Saarland University logo

Saarland University

Saarbrücken, Saarland · Public University

DE #31 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1948
11
PO University of Potsdam logo

University of Potsdam

Potsdam, Brandenburg · Public University

DE #32 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1991
12
LU Leibniz University Hannover logo

Leibniz University Hannover

Hannover, Lower Saxony · Public University

DE #34 QS World #601 Star rating 4 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
No tuition fees
Founded
1831

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Frequently asked questions

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

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, University of Hamburg, University of Göttingen. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Master's in International Law 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 International Law 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 International Law at Master's level in Germany

Germany is the world’s leading destination for International Law 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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