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CODE University of Applied Sciences

Berlin, Germany

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Quick facts

World rank
Unranked
Acceptance rate
—
Students
—
International students
33%
Institution type
Private
Founded
2017

Overview

CODE University of Applied Sciences is a private, state-recognized Fachhochschule (university of applied sciences) in Berlin, Germany, founded in 2017. CODE is embedded in Berlin's tech and startup ecosystem and offers Bachelor's and Master's programs entirely in English. The Bachelor's programs are: Software Engineering (B.Sc.), Business Management & Entrepreneurship (B.A.), and Digital Design & Innovation (B.A.), each taking 3 years (6 semesters, 180 ECTS). The Master's programs are: Technology & Management (M.Sc.) and Innovation Design (M.A.), with 60–120 ECTS tracks available full-time or part-time. All programs are accredited by the German Accreditation Council and state-recognized by the State of Berlin. CODE's pedagogy is project-based and self-directed, with professors acting as mentors. Tuition ranges from €650 to €1,250 per month, with flexible payment models including Income Share Agreements. The institution has students from over 80 countries and holds an Erasmus Charter for Higher Education 2021–2027.

Fields of study

  • Software Engineering
  • Business Management
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Digital Design
  • Innovation
  • Technology Management

Accreditation: German Accreditation Council (Akkreditierungsrat)

Admissions requirements

IELTS (minimum)
—
TOEFL iBT (minimum)
—
GPA (minimum)
—
Intakes
Spring Semester, Fall Semester
Application deadlines
Rolling admissions
Rolling admissions
Yes
Admissions contact
admissions@code.berlin

Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.

Tuition & costs

International students

Varies by program

From about $702 / year

Domestic students

€650 – €1,250 / year

Tuition is €650–€1,250 per month depending on payment model. Bachelor Stretch Pay: €650/month for 6 years; Pay Directly: €1,250/month for 3 years. Master Pay Directly: €1,250/month; Stretch Pay: €650/month. Income Share Agreements (ISA) available. No separate international fee — same rates apply to all students. Upfront or annual payment gives a small discount.

Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.

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Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.