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Free University of Berlin: Germany's educational talent in the QS ranking!
In 2025, the Free University of Berlin will be ranked among the top 100 worldwide in the humanities and social sciences. Excellent research, international orientation.
Free University of Berlin: Germany's educational talent in the QS ranking!
On March 12, 2025, the Free University of Berlin (FU) announced its outstanding placement in the QS World University Ranking by Subject 2025. The university ranks second in Germany in the “Arts & Humanities” subject group and ranks 38th worldwide in this category. These successes underline the FU's position as a leading educational institution in the German higher education system.
The FU has already asserted itself as one of the four best universities in Germany in the overall QS ranking in 2024. In the new QS ranking 2025, it ranked among the TOP 100 worldwide in 19 of 31 ranked subjects. Particularly notable placements show the FU's strength in the humanities and social sciences.
Outstanding subjects and placements
The FU achieves top rankings particularly in the subjects “Archaeology”, “Classics & Ancient History” and “Communication & Media Studies”:
| Academic subject | rank |
|---|---|
| Archaeology | 23 |
| Classics & Ancient History | 24 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 30 |
| History | 30 |
| Politics & International Studies | 32 |
Other subjects with notable rankings include “English Language & Literature” (rank 48), “Philosophy” (rank 34) and “Law” (rank 65). This reflects the high quality of the academic programs at the FU, which cover a wide range of study areas.
International orientation and academic excellence
The Free University of Berlin enjoys an excellent reputation, not only in Germany but also internationally. The institution has made a name for itself as a future-oriented and internationally oriented university community. Their interdisciplinary approach and commitment to social responsibility particularly set them apart. Academic freedom, a central principle since its founding in 1948, promotes an innovative research environment.
Students and scientists from all over the world come to the FU's main campus in Berlin-Dahlem, which is located in a quiet residential area and offers ideal conditions for learning and research. The comprehensive range of courses and competitive programs at all academic levels attract numerous international students. The FU is particularly strong in the social sciences and humanities, as evidenced by its repeated selection among universities with excellence.
QS ranking criteria
The QS ranking is based on several indicators that take into account the academic reputation of the institution, the reputation among employers, as well as citations and the H-index of the scientists. The degree of international networking also plays a crucial role, especially the joint citations with international partner universities. A total of 1,747 universities were listed in 55 subjects and five subject groups, which underlines the importance of the ranking.
Through these outstanding rankings and ongoing commitment to research excellence, the Free University of Berlin continues to set standards in the academic landscape.