University Highlights

Some of the world's oldest universities can be found in Germany. But also some of the best faculties, libraries and facilities. Every two weeks we introduce another German university, highlighting their current English-language programmes and other useful information at a glance. Take a look at our first three university highlights.

TUM: Technische Universität München

Cutting-edge research and teaching meet at one of Europe’s top universities: the Technische Universität München. So far, TUM has produced six Nobel Prize winners – and is based in a city that has much more to offer than BMW and the Oktoberfest.

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is one of the ten largest universities in Germany, counting more than 36,000 students. As a comprehensive university, JGU combines almost all academic disciplines under one roof.

Ruhr University Bochum

Located in the midst of the dynamic, hospitable Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan area in the heart of Europe, Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB) with its 20 faculties is home to 5,000 employees and over 36,500 students from 130 countries.

RWTH Aachen

RWTH Aachen University, founded in 1870 and granted the title 'Exzellenzuniversität' in 2007, is one of the most renowned Technical Universities in Germany.

University of Cologne

The University of Cologne is one of the largest and oldest universities in Germany. True to its motto 'good ideas since 1388', the University continues to successfully combine novelty with tradition in its research and teaching.

University of Tübingen

The University’s motto speaks for itself: attempto – I dare! The University is one of Germany’s oldest and most respected, and offers excellent conditions for a course of study with an individual focus.

Freie Universität Berlin

Freie Universität is one of the nine German universities to have been awarded the rank of University of Excellence in a national competition.

Heidelberg University

Founded in 1386, Heidelberg University is Germany’s oldest university and one of the leading research institutions in Europe.

University of Leipzig

Discover the University of Leipzig with its international study programmes and an extensive international network for teaching and research.

European University Viadrina

The European University Viadrina in Frankfurt/Oder is an international university where 25% of students come from foreign countries, creating an international atmosphere.