MSc

Real Estate

Learn more about studying Real Estate as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    15,900EUR
  • Start date
    Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht says about their program:

Complete your Master's degree in one of the most important and sustainably booming industries. An excellent education and a strong personality are the keys to success in this dynamic environment. This is exactly what we are building on at EBS.

The degree programme comprises four semesters (120 ECTS) and perfectly combines theory and practice: in close cooperation with our corporate partners, you will work on a real-life projects and and be supervised and coached by our faculty members.

Start at the Rheingau

We welcome all new students to the Rheingau Campus in Oestrich-Winkel at the start of their studies. As part of the onboarding programme, you will not only have the opportunity to get to know your fellow students and the university, but will also take part in the renowned EBS Real Estate Congress. This will give you first insights into the real estate industry and enable you to make valuable contacts in this network at an early stage.

Your path and goal in Hamburg

From mid-September, you will move to the vibrant real estate hub of Hamburg. There you will not only find an attractive environment, but also a study programme tailored to the real estate sector with countless contacts in the real estate industry - above all the Real Estate and Leadership (REaL) Foundation with its numerous renowned members.

In the first two semesters, you will gain in-depth, industry-specific knowledge. At the same time, you will deepen your expertise and gain valuable practical experience through an individualised practical project.

You can organise the last two semesters entirely according to your needs: Either through a stay abroad at one of our partner universities (Semester Abroad Track) or through an internship in a company (Practice Track). The last part of the programme is dedicated to your final thesis. With an additional semester abroad in the Semester Abroad Track, you also have the option of obtaining a double degree.

With the Accelerated Track, you have the opportunity to shorten the duration of your studies and complete your Master's degree programme in two semesters (60 ECTS). The prerequisite for this is a Bachelor's degree with 240 ECTS credits or, in the case of a degree with fewer than 240 ECTS credits, corresponding professional experience. Further information can be found in the admission requirements.

During your studies, you will acquire key competences for your future job in Professional Development Workshops and will be prepared for a career as a leadership personality through individual coaching from the EBS Coaching & Leadership Hub. In addition, you will have the opportunity to further develop your international language skills through foreign language courses at the EBS Language Centre.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • General higher education entrance qualification (e.g., German Abitur or equivalent)
  • International applicants must take a 120-minute EBS online assessment if their diploma is not German-recognized

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with at least 180 ECTS or equivalent
  • Accelerated Track (60 ECTS) requires

    240 ECTS bachelor’s degree, or 180–210 ECTS bachelor’s degree with 6–12 months of relevant full-time work experience

English Proficiency

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    90

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • PTE

    60

  • Duolingo English Test

    125

Postgraduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    95

  • IELTS

    7.0

  • Duolingo English Test

    125

English Proficiency Waivers

  • Waiver if 1.5 to 2 years in English speaking country
  • 1st degree in ENG or Native Speaker

Entry Requirements

Postgraduate:

  • GMAT

    550

  • GRE

    550 (GMAT equivalent score)

  • CAT

    76

  • MBA applicants must have at least 2 years of postgraduate full-time work experience

Documents Required

  • Copy of passport
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Proof of English proficiency (or waiver evidence)
  • CV
  • Motivation letter / Statement of purpose
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    From €18,000 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    From €15,000 per year

Funding

Undergraduate: EBS Education Fund (Brain Capital GmbH): Income-based repayment plan available for EU students. Repayment begins only if the graduate earns above €30,000 annually.

Deutsche Bildung:** Up to €30,000 in funding, repaid based on future income. No guarantors or collateral needed.

Deutschlandstipendium: €300/month awarded based on academic performance and engagement. Open to all enrolled students.

Postgraduate: EBS Scholarship: Merit and need-based awards for outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential.

MOMENI Group Foundation Scholarship: Covers full or partial tuition for Master in Real Estate students with financial need and strong academic profiles.

Deutschlandstipendium: Also available to postgraduate students; provides €300/month in joint private and government funding.

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What is the cost of living near EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Germany-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€1,000Range: €700 to €1,500
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€750Range: €550 to €1,100
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€280Range: €200 to €420
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€35Range: €25 to €50
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€20Range: €12 to €35
Monthly public transport pass€49Range: €40 to €86
Monthly grocery basket€280Range: €200 to €380
Coffee shop drink€4Range: €3 to €5
Cinema or cultural event ticket€12Range: €10 to €16
Gym membership€30Range: €20 to €50

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht

Many international students will require a visa to study in Germany, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.