Whitecliffe University of Applied Sciences
Berlin, Germany
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 600
- International students
- 68%
- Institution type
- Private
- Founded
- 2014
Overview
Whitecliffe University of Applied Sciences (formerly Berlin International University of Applied Sciences, founded 2014) is a state-recognized, private university of applied sciences located at Salzufer 6 in Charlottenburg, Berlin. The university offers 11 English-taught degree programs across two faculties — Architecture and Design, and Business Administration — ranging from bachelor's to master's level. Programs include BA Architecture, BA Graphic Design & Visual Communication, BA Interior Architecture/Interior Design, MA Interior Architecture/Interior Design, MA Interior Design, MA Architecture & Spatial Practices, BA Business Administration (International Management & Marketing), BA Business Administration (Data Science & Business), and the MBA. All programs are fully taught in English, accredited through ACQUIN in accordance with German and European standards, and recognized by Stiftung Akkreditierungsrat. The student body comprises over 92 nationalities, with 68% international students. As part of the Whitecliffe Global Network, students have access to exchange opportunities across Europe (27 Erasmus+ partners) and beyond.
Fields of study
- Architecture
- Interior Architecture
- Interior Design
- Graphic Design
- Visual Communication
- Business Administration
- Management
- Data Science
Accreditation: ACQUIN / Stiftung Akkreditierungsrat
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- Fall (October)
- Application deadlines
- Rolling, but August 31 for Fall (non-EU) and January 31 for Spring.
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
- Admissions contact
- admissions@whitecliffe.de
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€4,190 – €6,550 / semester
From about $9,050 / year
Domestic students
€4,050 – €6,000 / semester
EU fees per semester: BA Business Administration €4,050 (payable as 6×€675/month); BA Architecture & Design €4,470 (6×€745/month); MA Design 2-year €5,370 (6×€895/month); MA Design 1-year / MBA 1-year €6,000 (6×€1,000/month); MBA 2-year €5,370 (6×€895/month). Non-EU fees per semester: BA Business Administration €4,190; BA Architecture & Design €4,640; MA Design 2-year €5,550; MA Design 1-year / MBA 1-year €6,550; MBA 2-year €5,550. One-time registration fee: EU €300, Non-EU €750. Semester transportation ticket: €226.80.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA Architecture (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €4,640 / semester | Varies | — |
| BA Business Administration | Data Science & Business (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €4,190 / semester | Varies | — |
| BA Business Administration | International Management & Marketing (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €4,190 / semester | Varies | — |
| BA Graphic Design & Visual Communication (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €4,640 / semester | Varies | — |
| BA Interior Architecture/Interior Design (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 3 years | €4,640 / semester | Varies | — |
| International Year One (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | — | 1 year | €5,900 / semester | Varies | Fall |
| MA Architecture & Spatial Practices (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 1 year | €6,550 / semester | Varies | — |
| MA Interior Architecture/Interior Design (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €5,550 / semester | Varies | — |
| MA Interior Design (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €5,550 / semester | Varies | — |
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Master's | 2 years | €5,550 / semester | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.
