History
- The Berlin University of Applied Sciences (FHW Berlin) was founded in 1971 as a successor to the Business Academy. This in turn came out in 1965 from the University Institute of Economics and the Higher Business School.
Education
Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes at the HWR Berlin:
- Bachelor's, Master's, full-time, part-time or cooperative studies: As a university of applied sciences, the Hochschule für Wirtschaft und Recht Berlin offers you 56 degree programmes.
Research
- Conducting high-level research with a focus on its applicability, researchers at the HWR Berlin work in five departments, two Central Institutes, seven internal research Institutes and six An-Institutes conducting research into topics pertaining to Economics and the Social Sciences, the Administrative Sciences, Engineering and Law. A multi-disciplinary research concept promotes the development of shared research foci.
- The university also maintains an internal programme of research funding. The HWR Berlin is a member of the Institut für angewandte Forschung Berlin e. V. (IFAF).
Career
- The Career Service at the Berlin School of Economics and Law (BSEL) provides support and advice on all aspects of the study/work interface for students and graduates, as well as companies and other employers
Berlin School of Economics and Law Key Statistics & Highlights
- 316 Academic Staff
- 11,500 Students
- 1,531 Students (int'l)
- Public Institution Type
Berlin School of Economics and Law Overview
Berlin School of Economics and Law Scholarships
Berlin School of Economics and Law Scholarships
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Grant
250000 INR
Deadline
31 May 2026
GyanDhan Scholarship
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Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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12000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2026
LIFE Scholarship
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33600 EUR
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01 Jul 2026
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
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1400 EUR
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Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) • DAAD
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1300 EUR
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Fully Funded DAAD EPOS Scholarship
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500 EUR
Deadline
04 Jul 2026
EU Mobility Programme for Myanmar
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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300 EUR
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The Deutschlandstipendium at German Universities
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3500 USD
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15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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1000 USD
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31 Dec 2026
The Smooth Movers Scholarships
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2000 USD
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01 Sep 2026
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
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Various benefits
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Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
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1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2026
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
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3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
Moving Mates Scholarship
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Various benefits
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Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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1500 USD
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Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
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5000 EUR
Deadline
15 May 2026
Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship
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1200 EUR
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Karl Schmidt Rottluff Scholarship
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1000 USD
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Jewish Heritage Scholarship
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Student services
- The Buddy Programme brings together new international students and student volunteers who can give information and guidance on studying and living in Berlin and it's not just a big plus for exchange students coming here to study, it 's also a very enriching experience for the Buddies!
Central Student Advisory ServicePoint of contact for:
- Prospective students from Germany and abroad
- Students at the Berlin School of Economics and Law (BSEL)
- Family members of (prospective) students
- Teaching staff from secondary schools
- Refugees
Housing services
- Many people moving to Berlin are surprised to find a wide range of relatively cheap accommodation in Germany's capital city. Prices for rented flats are moderate, though they vary from district to district and are obviously higher in sought-after neighbourhoods.
- Private sector landlords are also generally happy to take on a flatshare as tenants. If you'd prefer a place in a student residence, you should check out the Studentenwerk Berlin website (information in English and German).
- There you can find accommodation from single rooms to small apartments designed either for students on their own or with friends.
Library services
- HWR Berlin offers its students a comprehensive library service. But professors, lecturers and employees of the university can also use the library at any time.
ICT services
- The Department of Information Technology (IT) belongs to the central university administration of the HWR Berlin.
- The core business of the department is the conception and implementation of central university-wide services (services) as well as the guarantee of a sustainable and stable operation of these services.
Campus life
- The teaching and administrative buildings on the Schöneberg Campus extend over several buildings - between the Bavarian Quarter and the Schöneberg Town Hall.
- In addition to the Department of Economics, which is the largest faculty of the university, as well as the Berlin Professional School are located here, the university administration and the central university administration and numerous service facilities.
- Campus Lichtenberg is part of the education and administration center Friedrichsfelde (BVZ) in Berlin-Lichtenberg. The faculties Duales Studium Economy · Technology, General Administration, Legal Administration, Police and Security Management are located on the campus.
Sports facilities
- The HWR Berlin offers its students a range of sports in the sports of football, basketball, volleyball and the acceptance of the sports badge. In addition, there are courses offered by external providers in the sports Aikido and Shaolin Wing.
Student clubs
- Women's Council, Staff Council, Disabled Employees Representation in accordance with statutory provisions and the AStA are among the advocacy groups of HWR Berlin.
Accreditation
- Accreditation is designed to provide a guarantee of professional and substantive standards by evaluating such factors as programme design, ease of study ('studyability'), quality of teaching and professional relevance.
- The Berlin School of Economics and Law was quick to introduce external accreditation for its degree programmes
Berlin School of Economics and Law Campus Locations
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Berlin City
Berlin School of Economics and Law Student Reviews & Awards
3.9
Based on 34 reviews
- 5 Star 8 Reviews
- 4 Star 22 Reviews
- 3 Star 1 Review
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 3 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Student Diversity 4.0
- Quality of Student Life 4.1
Industry‑Linked Business School
It is a really good business school with really good teachers which share a lot of their knowledge. There are many teachers with have their own company so that is really helpful because you can learn from someone who actually puts into practice what he learned in university.
My insights
I enjoyed studying here for the past 3 semesters. The professors are really knowledgeable and are passionate with their classes. Courses vary, so I was able to learn many different topics and skills during the time here. The administrative staff are super helpful. The cafeteria food is quite pricey and the choice are not that great. When I did my Bachelor in Finland I could pay around 2,60 euros for salad, bread, main dish, and drinks, while here you would pay around 4 for dried potatoes and a protein of your choice (fish, etc.), no veggies whatsoever, I think that it is quite tough if you would stay on campus for more than half a day. There are cheaper dish option but does not look quite filling, e.g. 2 pancakes or 4 potato pies for lunch. The facility is alright, the building is beautiful on the outside but somehow feels quite empty inside. The Wi-Fi is not great as sometimes you could not reach it if sitting in certain classrooms, so would be frustrating if you are doing some required research or Kahoot during lectures. During 2022 there were a lot of constructions going on (in the hall or in the elevator), so it always feels quite messy, maybe it has changed now. But overall, I like my experience here and would recommend.
Platform to Learn
A great institute to learn in Berlin. I am enrolled in for masters program and I must say that the professors are very educated and they share their valuable experience that helps us understand the concepts even better. They deliver such great content and the assignments are given in such a way that everyone learns.
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