Friedrich-Ebert-Gymnasium Hamburg-Harburg

School Profile Overview

The Friedrich-Ebert-Gymnasium (FEG) in Hamburg-Harburg is celebrated for its historic concert hall (Friedrich-Ebert-Halle), outstanding musical tradition, and high-performance STEM curriculum. As a full MINT-EC member and recognized music excellence center south of the Elbe, it offers an enriching environment for academic and artistic talents.

Educational Profiles & Specializations

• Musical Focus & Ebert-Halle: Famous concert hall venue on campus (where The Beatles made their first professional recordings with Tony Sheridan in 1961), hosting the school's symphonic orchestras, brass bands, and choir concerts.
• MINT-EC Science Excellence: Close academic partnership with Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH), featuring advanced robotics, engineering workshops, and university laboratory days.
• Upper Secondary Profiles: Specialized profiles in "Aviation & Engineering Physics", "Applied Biochemical Sciences", and "Music & Cultural Identity".

Language Learning & International Programs

• First Foreign Language: English from Year 5.
• Second Foreign Language: French, Spanish, or Latin from Year 6.
• Elective Languages: Spanish or Russian in Year 8/10.
• International Exchanges: Partner school collaborations in the UK, France, and Spain.

Extracurricular Activities, MINT & Enrichment

• Multiple big bands, string ensembles, and rock bands with regular public performances.
• Competitive robotics clubs (FIRST LEGO League), aeronautics modeling, and Jugend forscht projects.
• Active sports teams in gymnastics, athletics, and soccer.
• Peer mediation and social justice projects.

Campus Facilities & Digital Infrastructure

• Campus featuring the 1,100-seat Friedrich-Ebert-Halle concert hall, newly upgraded physics/chemistry labs, tech maker lab, and expansive sports grounds.
• Full digital classroom infrastructure with interactive touch displays and mobile device integration.

Admission & Transition Process

Entry in Year 5 via the Hamburg municipal application system, featuring specialized music consultation and MINT taster days.