SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences

Berlin, Germany

Established in 2002, (as OTA Hochschule), joined SRH Holding in 2007 and renamed SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences in 2019.Private, state‑accredited university with campuses in Berlin (main), Dresden, and Hamburg.
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Founded in 2002 (initially OTA Hochschule; rebranded in 2019), SRH Berlin is a state‑accredited private university of applied sciences within the SRH network, offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, and MBA programs in English and German language formats.
As of Summer Semester 2023, approximately 2,067 students are enrolled, supported by 501 academic staff, including 73 professors (as of 2022).
Most classes are intentionally kept small (around 15–30 students) to support active participation and personalized attention. The university implements the CORE (Competence-Oriented Research & Education) learning model.
No—SRH operates on rolling admissions. However, prospective international students (needing visas) are advised to apply at least four months before semester start.
You’ll need secondary school transcripts/certificates, a CV, passport or ID, a motivation letter, and for creative courses, a portfolio. English proficiency proof (e.g. IELTS 6.5+, TOEFL 80‑87+, Duolingo 110+) is also required.
A relevant Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS), transcripts, CV, motivation letter, English test scores (as above), and for MBA applicants, at least 2 years’ professional experience.
There is no on-site clinic. However, SRH assists students in obtaining German health insurance and provides information on nearby clinics, hospitals, and wellness initiatives.
SRH organizes Welcome Week and buddy programmes, helping newly arrived students with orientation, local guidance, and access to campus support services.
While clinic-based mental health care isn’t specified, wellness workshops and cultural integration support are available via Student Services, International Office, and language centres.
Offered disciplines include International Business, Hospitality Management, Software Engineering, AI & Big Data, Creative Media, Design, Architecture, and MBA tracks in management and leadership.
Many Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes are available in English, particularly in technology, management, and creative disciplines. Some offerings are bilingual or German-taught.
Yes—applicants who are not eligible for direct Master’s entry may enrol in a Pre-Master’s programme to build academic readiness. English preparatory pathways are also available through SRH International College.
First-year students can apply for partial scholarships (up to 50% tuition) in categories such as: Performance, Entrepreneurship, Women in Leadership, Talent, Women in Tech, and Future of Tech.
All Bachelor’s, Master’s, and MBA applicants are eligible, regardless of nationality, provided they submit an accepted study offer and meet scholarship criteria like academic merit and IELTS scores.
Yes—students may apply for the Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month). Additional funding options via DAAD, E‑fellow.net, and other programs are also accessible.
Based in Berlin, the university’s new consolidated campus is in the trendy Neukölln district, with previous locations in Charlottenburg and Ernst-Reuter-Platz.
No—there are no university-owned residences. However, the university helps students secure shared apartments or private rentals via recommended platforms and resources.
Shared rooms generally range from €210–260/month, while private flats may cost €500–1,200/month, depending on district and size.
Yes—after graduation, non‑EU students can apply for an 18‑month job-seeker residence permit to find employment in Germany.
Yes—non-EU students are allowed to work up to 120 full or 240 half days per year, as per German residence permit regulations.
Yes—the International Office supports visa application, provides the enrolment letter, advises on blocked account setup, registration (Anmeldung), and residence permit procedures.

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