Technical University of Berlin - TU Berlin vs Humboldt University - HUB vs Free University of Berlin - FU vs IU International University of Applied Sciences vs Open School of Management

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Forward College (4.90)
Technical University of Berlin - TU Berlin: wins 0/7 categories
Humboldt University - HUB: wins 0/7 categories
Free University of Berlin - FU: wins 0/7 categories
IU International University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/7 categories
Open School of Management: wins 0/7 categories
Touro University Berlin: wins 2/7 categories
Forward College: wins 5/7 categories
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Best programme: British Studies
Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: MBA
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Best programme: Business Administration
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4.90
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Best programme: Politics and International Relations
Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
3.69
4.00
3.69
Not rated
4.67
Win
4.47
Location
3.94
4.63
4.00
3.87
Not rated
4.86
5.00
Win
Professors
4.06
4.40
4.20
4.43
Not rated
4.57
5.00
Win
Internationality
4.22
4.40
4.45
4.44
Not rated
4.86
Win
4.75
Student life
4.06
3.56
4.00
3.62
Not rated
4.57
4.73
Win
Value
4.00
4.60
4.00
4.32
Not rated
4.57
4.63
Win
Accommodation
3.71
3.00
3.11
3.11
Not rated
3.83
4.33
Win
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Expert and supportive faculty
  • +Practical application and research focus
  • +Flexible learning and vibrant student life
  • +Inspiring professors and high academic standards
  • +Practical experience and societal engagement opportunities
  • +Relevant and critical curriculum development
  • +Excellent faculty and academic quality
  • +International and diverse environment
  • +Accessible education with no tuition fees
  • +Flexible online study for work-life balance
  • +Modern, intuitive digital platform for easy access
  • +Relevant, high-quality educational content

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  • +Small class sizes and accessible professors
  • +International environment and diverse student body
  • +Value and career-focused programs
  • +Engaging learning environment with interactive methods
  • +Diverse and international student community
  • +Unique multi-city European study experience
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues are frequently cited.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of effective teaching and support is a recurring problem.
  • -Disliked curriculum and staff attitude.
  • -Facilities were outdated.
  • -Unsuitable for specific degree programs.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Facilities are often described as outdated or poorly maintained.
  • -Course content and teaching quality are sometimes criticized as lacking or ineffective.
  • -Slow and unresponsive administrative processes, including grade processing and student support.
  • -Poor staff attitude and lack of accountability for errors in student records and applications.
  • -Inadequate support and guidance for online students.

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  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent source of frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are significant drawbacks.
  • -Lack of resources and support negatively impacts the learning experience.
  • -Administrative & management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a concern.
  • -Lack of transparency and communication is prevalent.
Rating summary
What students say

With an overall rating of 4, this institution demonstrates commendable strengths in **Internationality** (4.22) and **Student Life** (4.06), alongside solid scores for **Professors** and **Value**. Its **Accomodation** presents the area with the lowest score (3.71), suggesting potential for improvement in this aspect.

This university garners exceptional marks for its Location and Value, both scoring 4.6. Professors and Internationality also stand out with a strong 4.4. Conversely, Accomodation presents the lowest score at 3. Facilities and Student Life fall in the mid-range with ratings of 3.69 and 3.56 respectively, suggesting areas for potential improvement.

This institution demonstrates a strong overall performance, with particularly high marks in Internationality (4.45), closely followed by Professors (4.2) and Student Life (4), Facilities (4), and Value (4). Accommodation emerges as the weakest area, receiving a lower rating of 3.1. The university generally offers a positive experience, with notable strengths in global engagement and academic quality.

This institution garners notable praise in several key areas, with **Internationality** and **Professors** receiving particularly high scores. The **Value** proposition is also well-regarded. Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the lowest-rated aspect. Other aspects like Facilities, Location, and Student Life fall within a more moderate range of positive feedback.

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This institution garners strong approval, particularly in its Location and Internationality, both scoring an impressive 4.86. Professors and Student Life also receive high marks, averaging 4.57. While Facilities are well-regarded at 4.67 and Value is a solid 4.57, Accomodation stands out as the weakest area with a rating of 3.83.

This university garners excellent reviews, particularly excelling in its **professors and location**, both achieving perfect scores. Student life and internationality also stand out with scores above 4.7. Areas with slightly lower, though still strong, ratings include **facilities and accommodation**. Overall, the university presents a well-rounded positive student experience with high marks across most aspects.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4/5 average rating from 19 reviews, students praise strong academics, particularly in STEM fields, and appreciate research focus and practical application. Positive feedback highlights well-prepared professors and diverse learning opportunities. No negative feedback was reported.

~78% of reviews are positive, highlighting enlightening academics, beautiful campuses, and engaging learning. A small percentage (~5.6%) mentions a less-than-ideal curriculum or staff attitude.

With 21 positive out of 24 reviews and an average rating of 4.17/5, ~88% of feedback is highly positive. Students praise strong academics, a diverse, international environment, and supportive professors, with few mentioning minor issues like confusing course selection.

~95% of reviews are positive, praising flexibility, modern platforms, and accessible materials. A small percentage (~5%) mention issues with grading delays and slow administrative support.

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All 7 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.57/5. Students highlight a strong international environment, small class sizes, and supportive faculty, contributing to a positive academic and cultural experience.

Students highly praise the interactive learning, international community, and opportunities for academic and personal growth. There are no negative reviews.

Rating distribution
5★
21%
50%
29%
63%
0%
57%
94%
4★
58%
28%
58%
27%
0%
43%
6%
3★
21%
17%
13%
6%
0%
0%
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2★
0%
6%
0%
2%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
3%
0%
0%
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Great (and free) education

My experience at Humboldt has been more than great so far. University is free in Germany, and the student facilities are amazing. The canteen food is good and cheap, the public transport is much cheaper as a student, the accomodation too (but there is a long waiting list!). My master is in English and I am super happy with the opportunities, the professors, and the general academic environment__

Research

Free University of Berlin is a great educational institution for international students. It gives you a great opportunity to learn how to work with an international teams in fields of the sociological research.

The best university in the world

My experience with IU is very wonderful and exceptional. The learning process is smooth and easy especially for online students and the exams are well tailored to test your knowledge on what you have been learning. It is quite great indeed.

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Great modern university approach

I am currently a 3rd year student at Forward College and I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would recommend it to other students. The interactive approach of Forward where questions, debate, and discussion were encouraged enhanced my learning so much and I feel like I genuinely enjoyed every class. Having the experience of living in 3 different cultures, surrounded by people from all over the world made this experience even more special and helped me develop and grow in so many ways. Another aspect I have loved are the professors. Speaking with friends at other university I am so grateful to have teachers that actually know us, are excited to teach and interact with us, and will always take the time to help you.

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