Berlin, Germany

Urban Studies & Social Sciences

Study Abroad
Program Options:
Global Pillars Courses, Part-Time Internship
Length:
Fall, Spring, Academic Year

At a Glance

Program Dates:

  • Academic Year 2024: Late August - Mid May
  • Spring 2025: January 22 - May 10
  • Fall 2025: August 27 - December 13
  • Academic Year 2025: August 27 - Mid December

Credits:

15 to 19 per Semester

Estimated Cost:

$21,705

Visa Required:

Maybe

Housing:

Apartment, Homestay

Language of Instruction:

English

Language Prerequisites:

None

Part-Time Internship (Optional):

Included in Program Fee

About the Program

Previously known as Metropolitan & Urban Studies, this English-taught program uses Berlin as a case study to examine issues relevant to major cities today. Through comparative and interdisciplinary courses, you'll study topics such as cultural identity, popular culture, and urban development to better understand the modern city and its culture. 

Berlin will be your classroom. Imagine touring Berlin's neighborhoods and exploring the city's architecture as you learn about urban development and sustainable mobility, or attending and then discussing a local theatre performance as part of your pop culture class. Wherever possible, our courses take advantage of the city's many historical, artistic, and cultural sites. 

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Explore Germany and Beyond

Travel to Hamburg, Leipzig and more!

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Berlin Will Be Your Classroom

Courses take advantage of Berlin's historic and cultural sites.

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Study in the Historical Center of Berlin

Which has vibrant cafes, restaurants, and galleries.

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Connect with Your Program Advisor

Your IES Abroad advisor is your #1 resource for preparing to study abroad.

Fall 2025

Program Dates:

August 27 - December 13

Application Deadline:

Estimated Cost:

$
21,705

Program Advisor

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Sabrina Wu

Once you’ve applied for a program, I’ll be your direct point of contact. From housing to course registration and everything in between, I’m here to help you prepare to study abroad. Once you’re accepted to your program, you’ll find even more detailed information about what you need to know before you depart in your Predeparture Guide. Let’s get started!

📱 800.995.2300 ✉️ study@IESabroad.org

About the Destination

An arial view of Berlin, Germany.

Why Berlin?

Are you ready to explore the urban landscape of a city that is truly diverse, creative, and innovative? Built on a tumultuous past and rebuilt over the past century, Berlin constantly changes and keeps reinventing itself. Today, the city is a hot spot for the arts, sciences, and alternative lifestyles. At the same time, Berlin is a lab for urban planning, sustainable architecture, and environmentally friendly mobility. Study abroad in Berlin and experience the energy and excitement of this amazing city. 

Learn More About Berlin

Get to Know Your New City

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Relax in Parks & Green Space

Stroll, cycle, swim, or picnic in one of Berlin's 2,500 parks.

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Visit Neighborhoods

The city's neighborhoods give Berlin its unique character.

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Observe the Architecture

See restored buildings juxtaposed against modern structures.

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Check Out the East Side Gallery

The Berlin Wall is now an outdoor art exhibition.

The Student Experience

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Program Dates

Spring 2025

Program Dates:

January 22 - May 10

Application Deadline:

Fall 2025

Program Dates:

August 27 - December 13

Application Deadline:

Academic Year 2025

Program Dates:

August 27

Application Deadline:

Academics