CODE University of Applied Sciences
Berlin, Germany
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- 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)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- 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.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
