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Uckermark is a rural Brandenburg district of lakes, forests and small towns, with university commuting options and local industry.

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A lake surrounded by woodland in Grumsin
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In short

Uckermark is a rural district (Landkreis) in Brandenburg with 117,432 people (Destatis, 31 Dec 2024). There is no university in Uckermark district itself; the nearest is Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde in Eberswalde, about 42 km away. Summers average 17.9 °C and winters 1 °C, with about 563 mm of rain a year (DWD, 1991–2020).

Uckermark district in numbers

Population

117,432Destatis 2024 (opens in a new tab)

Area

3,077.02 km²Destatis 2024 (opens in a new tab)

People per km²

38Destatis 2024 (opens in a new tab)

Universities in the district

NoneWhere Is My Uni? catalogue (opens in a new tab)

Nearest university

Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde, EberswaldeWhere Is My Uni? catalogue (opens in a new tab)

About 42 km away in a straight line

Typical student rent

€5.25–€5.64/m² coldSource (opens in a new tab)

Range of category mean monthly rents for fully modernised flats built in 1956–1989 in Schwedt’s core town, across the listed balcony, lift and energy-condition categories. From the official 2026 Mietspiegel, surveyed on 31 October 2025; excludes heating and operating costs. This is a specific housing segment, not a district-wide average or an asking-rent estimate.

Average temperature

9.2 °C a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)

Rain

563 mm a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)

Sunshine

1,768 hours a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)

Frost days

82 a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)

About Uckermark district

Uckermark lies in northeastern Brandenburg, bordering Poland. Prenzlau is the administrative centre; Schwedt/Oder, Angermünde and Templin are other important towns. The district includes lake country, part of the Schorfheide forest and the Oder border landscape. (District background (opens in a new tab))

Nature and industry sit alongside each other here. Grumsin’s UNESCO-listed beech forest and the Lower Oder Valley National Park offer outings from Angermünde and Schwedt, while Schwedt is also home to the PCK refinery. (VBB destinations (opens in a new tab), PCK careers (opens in a new tab))

Main towns

Nearest universities

No university in Uckermark district itself — these are the nearest (straight-line distance).

There is no university in Uckermark. Nearby choices include Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde and Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences, with further institutions in Oranienburg and Berlin. For HNEE, Angermünde is worth considering: the published rail timetable gives a journey of about 20 minutes to Eberswalde Hbf, before the onward trip to campus. (DB timetable (opens in a new tab)) Employer-linked study is another route: Stadtwerke Schwedt offers dual study with Hochschule Stralsund and practical phases in Schwedt. (Stadtwerke careers (opens in a new tab)) This is a better fit for someone who values countryside and a quieter home base than someone seeking a campus-centred social life; test the complete commute before choosing a flat.

  • Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde

    Eberswalde · 42 km away · 28 courses

  • Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences

    Neubrandenburg · 56 km away · 25 courses

  • Hochschule der Polizei Brandenburg

    Oranienburg · 59 km away · 3 courses

  • Alice Salomon Hochschule Berlin

    Berlin · 76 km away · 20 courses

  • weißensee kunsthochschule berlin

    Berlin · 77 km away · 13 courses

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Housing

Start with ordinary rental flats rather than expecting a large student accommodation market. Schwedt has two established housing providers, Wohnbauten and WOBAG, and WOBAG maintains an active apartment search. That gives concrete starting points, although it does not establish how easy it is to find a suitable small flat or shared room. (City housing information (opens in a new tab), WOBAG apartments (opens in a new tab))

The typical student rent we found, and what that figure covers, is in the key facts.

How to find a place

  • Search WOBAG’s Schwedt apartment portal and use its prospective-tenant questionnaire to describe your budget and preferred size. (WOBAG (opens in a new tab))
  • Contact Wohnbauten Schwedt as another local landlord; the city’s housing page lists both major providers. Ask specifically about small flats, deposits and the total monthly payment. (City housing information (opens in a new tab))
  • For an Eberswalde commute, compare homes near Angermünde station with cheaper-looking options requiring a bus connection. Check both your earliest class and your evening return against the timetable. (VBB RE3 (opens in a new tab))
  • If attending HNEE, compare commuting with applying for accommodation in Eberswalde through Studierendenwerk Ost:Brandenburg. Its residences are outside Uckermark, and the operator warns that applications do not guarantee a room. (Studierendenwerk housing (opens in a new tab))

Cost of living

Schwedt’s rent table provides a useful starting point for a modest housing budget, but its figures exclude heating and operating costs; compare the full payment, including electricity and internet, before signing. (Schwedt Mietspiegel (opens in a new tab)) The standard Deutschlandticket costs €63 per month in 2026, with €66.80 announced from January 2027; check whether your university already provides a semester ticket before buying another subscription. (Federal government (opens in a new tab)) Housing is the main potential saving to investigate against a big-city alternative. A car or a lengthy daily commute can offset that saving; no reliable district-wide student spending comparison was found.

Jobs & employers

Verified local employers span refining, renewable energy, healthcare, utilities and tourism. ENERTRAG explicitly accepts working-student and internship applications for Dauerthal, while AHORN advertises casual and holiday work in hospitality. These are more concrete student entry points than assuming industrial employers offer flexible shifts. (ENERTRAG vacancies (opens in a new tab), AHORN casual work (opens in a new tab))

Typical student jobs

Major employers

Getting around

Angermünde is the strongest starting point for an Eberswalde rail commute. The published RE3 timetable gives approximately 20 minutes to Eberswalde Hbf and one hour to Berlin Hbf; direct trains from Prenzlau or Schwedt to Eberswalde take roughly 50 minutes. These are station-to-station examples, excluding disruptions and campus connections. (DB timetable (opens in a new tab)) UVG buses connect towns and countryside; the UckermarkShuttle links Templin, Prenzlau, Schwedt and Angermünde at weekends and on public holidays. Check each village’s actual service before committing to car-free living. (VBB local routes (opens in a new tab)) The Deutschlandticket covers local and regional public transport; do not assume it covers an IC or ICE alternative. (VBB ticket information (opens in a new tab))

Main stations
Nearest airport

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

A practical international-airport option via Berlin Hbf, where the FEX takes approximately 23 minutes to BER. Add your journey from Uckermark and transfer time. BER is not asserted to be geographically closest to every part of the district. (BER public transport (opens in a new tab))

Weather & seasons

Long-term averages from the German Weather Service station Grünow (13 km from the district centre), 1991–2020.

Winter

1 °C

41 mm rain a month

1.8 h sun a day

Spring

8.5 °C

40 mm rain a month

6.3 h sun a day

Summer

17.9 °C

62 mm rain a month

7.6 h sun a day

Autumn

9.4 °C

45 mm rain a month

3.7 h sun a day

Expect cold, often frosty winters and much brighter, generally mild summers, with occasional hot days. Waterproof layers and good lights are useful for walking or cycling to a station in the darker months. Spring and summer offer more scope for countryside trips; some tourist bus routes are seasonal, so check the operating dates rather than relying on a summer timetable year-round. (VBB seasonal routes (opens in a new tab))

Culture, language & food

For an evening out, look at Schwedt’s theatre and concert calendar; for a weekend outing, the district’s annual open-studio programme offers opportunities to meet artists and see their work. (Schwedt calendar (opens in a new tab), Open studios (opens in a new tab)) With no university in the district, plan your social life around local activities and your university town rather than expecting a concentrated student nightlife scene.

Local heritage has several strands: Templin’s medieval fortifications, Prenzlau’s religious buildings and Vierraden’s continuing Tabakblütenfest all offer ways into the area’s history. (Templin (opens in a new tab), Prenzlau (opens in a new tab), Schwedt events (opens in a new tab))

Do not plan on English being available in every housing, healthcare or workplace conversation. As practical preparation rather than a formal requirement, aim for everyday German around B1 and work towards B2 for a wider choice of jobs. Ask individual employers about their working language. Schwedt maintains a collection of local expressions and nicknames, but learning standard German should be your priority. (Schwedt local vocabulary (opens in a new tab))

Local food

Places & events

Places to see

Events

  • Panoramic view across the Unteruckersee from Prenzlau’s waterfront

    Panoramic view across the Unteruckersee from Prenzlau’s waterfront

  • Templin’s historic town wall

    Templin’s historic town wall

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Studying in Uckermark district: FAQ

Is Uckermark a good place to live as a student?

It can suit students who prefer a rural home base and can manage the commute. Angermünde is worth investigating for Eberswalde because the published train journey takes about 20 minutes, before onward travel to campus. (DB timetable (opens in a new tab))

Is there a university in Uckermark?

There is no university in the district. Nearby options include Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde and Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences, with further institutions in Oranienburg and Berlin.

How do I get from Uckermark to HNEE in Eberswalde?

RE3 services connect Angermünde, Prenzlau and Schwedt with Eberswalde Hbf. Published direct journeys take about 20 minutes from Angermünde and roughly 50 minutes from Prenzlau or Schwedt; add the connection to your particular campus. (DB timetable (opens in a new tab))

Is Uckermark expensive for students?

Schwedt’s official rent table is a useful starting point for assessing housing costs, but it reports cold rents for different flat categories rather than a student budget. Compare total rent and commuting costs before deciding whether living here saves money. (Schwedt Mietspiegel (opens in a new tab))

What student jobs can I find in Uckermark?

Verified routes include working-student applications at ENERTRAG in Dauerthal and casual hotel work in service, kitchens, housekeeping and guest activities. Vacancies and language requirements depend on the employer. (ENERTRAG (opens in a new tab), AHORN (opens in a new tab))

Can I live in Uckermark without a car?

A home near a rail station is the best starting point, especially for commuting to Eberswalde or Berlin. For a village address, check the bus timetable and your evening return before signing a lease. (VBB rail (opens in a new tab), VBB local routes (opens in a new tab))

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Sources & photo credits

Last updated November 2026. Population and area: Destatis. Weather: Deutscher Wetterdienst. Universities and courses: our catalogue. Everything else was researched from the sources below and checked — how we research these guides.

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