Freie Universität Berlin
About
The Freie Universität Berlin International Summer and Winter University (FUBiS) is an intensive, academic program through which students can earn credits that may be counted towards their degrees at their home institutions. FUBiS sessions run for three to six weeks and take place both in summer and winter.
Introduction
The Freie Universität Berlin International Summer and Winter University (FUBiS) is an intensive, academic program through which students can earn credits that may be counted towards their degrees at their home institutions. FUBiS sessions run for three to six weeks and take place both in summer and winter.
Courses
Students can choose between subject courses (mostly taught in English) and German language and culture courses. The 50+ subject courses are offered within the fields of Architecture, Art History, Politics, Law, History, Media Studies, Economics, Sustainability, Literature, Philosophy, Film, and Music. German language and culture courses are available for up to five different levels of proficiency.
Field Trips
Field trips are an integral part of all our courses. In addition, FUBiS offers excursions such as to the Berlin Reichstag building (seat of the German Parliament) and a guided tour through the underworlds of Berlin, or a day trip to Potsdam.
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Student Testimonials
Read here what our students had to say about FUBiS in 2024:
- “I genuinely love this program. It gives me opportunities to explore not only Berlin but also Germany, access quality education, and form valuable friendships.”
- “It is a very well-organized and all-rounded program in terms of what it offers. I would definitely recommend it to other people!”
- “My host family was amazing. They provided me with an incredibly nice living space, they were so kind, and I really enjoyed spending time with them.”
- “I really liked all the excursions that FUBiS organized, I learned a lot about it and I have no words to describe how happy and satisfied I felt being part of this great experience. I really liked the organization they had and the attention to the students at all times.”
- “Thank you so much for this exciting opportunity! It was an unforgettable experience!”
- “I really loved the day trips, like to Potsdam and Leipzig. The tours are very pretty and informative, and time was allotted well for each activity.”
- “I really enjoyed my time in FUBiS this summer! I am definitely thinking about coming back again next year.”
Locations
- Berlin
Malteserstr. 74-100, 12249, Berlin
