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21 Best Languages & Linguistics Bachelor's Universities in Germany 2026

7 Languages & Linguistics bachelor’s degrees in Germany are ranked for 2026. This is for applicants comparing a bachelor’s path in a field that can lead to further study or direct entry into work.

Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.

21 universities · ranked best first

how we rank
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HE Heidelberg University logo

Heidelberg University

Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany · Public University

★ 70 QS World #87 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 2,500 – EUR 3,000/yr
Founded
1386
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HB Humboldt University of Berlin logo

Humboldt University of Berlin

Berlin, Germany · Public University

★ 65 QS World #120 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
EUR 450 – EUR 650/yr
Founded
1810
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UB Universität Bayreuth logo

Universität Bayreuth

Germany · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
7
UE Universität Erfurt logo

Universität Erfurt

Germany · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
10
UH Universität Hamburg logo

Universität Hamburg

Germany · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
11
UH Universität Hannover logo

Universität Hannover

Germany · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded
12
UH Universität Hildesheim logo

Universität Hildesheim

Germany · Public University

★ 27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
Founded

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Frequently asked questions

Which are the best universities worldwide for Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics?

Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include Heidelberg University, Humboldt University of Berlin, Technische Hochschule Köln. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.

How much does a Bachelor's in Languages & Linguistics cost abroad?

Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.

Can international students study Languages & Linguistics abroad?

Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.

How are these universities ranked?

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

Studying Languages & Linguistics at Bachelor's level abroad

your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Languages & Linguistics at Bachelor's level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.

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A bachelor’s degree in Languages & Linguistics is an undergraduate route, so it suits applicants starting university study or changing into the field at degree level. It is the right stage for building subject knowledge before a master’s degree or for aiming at work that values language, communication, and analytical skills.

All of the institutions in this group are public, so the main differences for a decision come from location and institutional setting rather than ownership. The list includes universities in larger urban settings such as Hamburg, Berlin, and Stuttgart, and others in smaller cities and towns such as Eberswalde, Flensburg, Iserlohn, Lübeck, Rosenheim, Erfurt, and Mühlhausen. Fee details are published for some programmes and absent for others, so compare costs only where the university states them.

Before applying, verify the exact module structure, teaching language, and any language test required for admission. Also confirm tuition or semester fees, since published fee information is uneven, and check whether the programme matches your intended study path if you are choosing between a direct career route and later postgraduate study.