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Studying at the University of Freiburg
By studying in the sustainable and green Black Forest Metropolis of Freiburg, you will become part of one of the best universities in Germany: 290 degree programs prepare you to meet future social and scientific challenges in the best possible way.
Our study programs are theory-based, challenging, and promote teamwork and academic culture. In addition to knowledge and methodology, you will also acquire the ability to reflect on what you have learned. You will experience excellent research, hands-on experience and ideal career preparation both in the course of your studies and in the programs offered alongside your studies.
As part of the EUCOR – European Campus and a large worldwide network, we are internationally oriented: Foreign and intercultural experiences are part of our study programs.
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- The Online Study Choice Assistants (OSA) are a free service of the University of Freiburg. Subject-specific sample tasks, videos and an expectation comparison offer you a realistic insight into the everyday life of studying and teaching a particular subject. After completing the tasks, you can better assess whether a subject really fits your expectations and wishes.
- Studienziel Lehramt — FACE School of Education
- The Central Academic Advising Office (ZSB) is available to help you with all problems and questions that may arise before, during, or after your studies.
- SWFR: Whether it’s a question of financing your studies or finding a roof over your head, catering in our refectories and cafeterias or competent advice on all aspects of studying, whether a job is needed or a place for the next generation, whether you prefer to spend your free time doing sports or using it creatively: We are here to make everyday life at university easier.
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- Registration office
- International Admission and Services
- The Central Academic Advising Office (ZSB) is available to help you with all problems and questions that may arise before, during, or after your studies.
- SWFR: Whether it’s a question of financing your studies or finding a roof over your head, catering in our refectories and cafeterias or competent advice on all aspects of studying, whether a job is needed or a place for the next generation, whether you prefer to spend your free time doing sports or using it creatively: We are here to make everyday life at university easier.
- Student services
- Registration office
- International Admission and Services
- The Central Academic Advising Office (ZSB) is available to help you with all problems and questions that may arise before, during, or after your studies.
- SWFR: Whether it’s a question of financing your studies or finding a roof over your head, catering in our refectories and cafeterias or competent advice on all aspects of studying, whether a job is needed or a place for the next generation, whether you prefer to spend your free time doing sports or using it creatively: We are here to make everyday life at university easier.
- Student services
- Registration office
- International Admission and Services
- The Central Academic Advising Office (ZSB) is available to help you with all problems and questions that may arise before, during, or after your studies.
- SWFR: Whether it’s a question of financing your studies or finding a roof over your head, catering in our refectories and cafeterias or competent advice on all aspects of studying, whether a job is needed or a place for the next generation, whether you prefer to spend your free time doing sports or using it creatively: We are here to make everyday life at university easier.
- Student services
The University of Freiburg
The “Green City” Freiburg in southwest Germany is known worldwide for its historic old town, the Black Forest mountains, its recreational value, its high environmental standards and of course for the Albert-Ludwigs-University. Founded in 1457, the university is located in the middle of the city. It has received many awards as one of the best German universities in nationwide competitions for its excellent research and teaching. The university offers its approximately 25,000 students a creative and inspiring environment in which it is a pleasure to learn, research and live.
In close cooperation with its European partners, the University of Freiburg strives for excellence in research, innovation, teaching, and with regard to the social impact of science and research. We aim to realize the European idea of cooperation for lasting peace and prosperity on the basis of innovative, values-based research.
- Eucor – The European Campus
The regional, cross-border campus - EPICUR – European Partnership for an Innovative Campus Unifying Regions
The European network of research regions - KTUR – Knowledge Transfer Upper Rhine
Trinational Network for Knowledge and Technology Transfer in the Upper Rhine Region
- Overview of Faculties, Departments, Resources, and Services
- About us: We regard the career and staff development of our researchers and our administrative, service, and technical employees as a central strategic task.
- Freiburg Career Advancement: Supporting academic careers and offering academics excellent prospects: The University of Freiburg’s “Freiburg Career Advancement” program combines various institutions and departments focusing on career development.
- Administrative, service, and technical staff: We ensure the basis for the successful operation of the university and help shape it as a partner in research, teaching, studies and further education.
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In 1997, the University of Freiburg was the first university in Germany to begin establishing contact with former students. From Alumni Freiburg they receive all important information about their university. Today, around 90,000 alumnae and alumni worldwide are in contact with their university through the Alumni Club network. In 17 national and international clubs the alumni invite to events. Alumni meetings in Freiburg offer the opportunity to see the university and former friends of the university again. Through the Alumni Freiburg e.V. support association, alumni can get involved with their university after their studies.
Research
At 17 scientific centers, more than 100 scientific facilities of the faculties and in numerous collaborative research centers, researchers from different disciplines are dedicated to one topic. From medieval studies or research into renewable energies to materials science and the life sciences: scientists benefit from the shared infrastructure. In addition, they cooperate in their projects with national and international non-university partners.
As a fully comprehensive university offering a wide range of disciplines, the University of Freiburg regards the task of pooling research interests across the boundaries of several disciplines to forge new links in research and teaching to be part of its institutional identity. Research at the University of Freiburg is also strengthened by regional partnerships with non-university research institutions such as Max Planck Institutes and Fraunhofer Institutes, which participate actively in several collaborative projects.
More on the research profile including all profile and potential fields
As one of the research universities with the most third-party funding in Germany, the University of Freiburg offers a multitude of research programs:
State-of-the-art technologies and their further development are of fundamental significance for top-level research. The University of Freiburg has thus given high priority to a continuous development of research infrastructures in the past years. In order to guarantee professional and efficient operations, we have established so-called technology platforms and core facilities.
Scientists in the qualification phase are of outstanding importance for every university. They provide a significant part of the scientific performance and are important for the own innovation and renewal ability. The University of Freiburg therefore strives to provide the best possible support for doctoral and post-doctoral researchers on their career path and to offer them an optimal research and teaching environment.
Living in Freiburg
The Black Forest metropole Freiburg is home to one of the oldest universities in Germany. The many hours of sunshine and the magnificent nature make it a perfect city for all summer worshippers and nature lovers. In addition, Freiburg enchants with the ancient charm of the city center.
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Whether registering patents, cooperating with commercial partners from industry, holding lecture series and other formats of science communication, advising political institutions or offering continuing education courses that reflect the broad spectrum of subjects offered by a comprehensive university, the University of Freiburg uses its expertise for the benefit of society and strengthens the exchange between science, business, culture and politics through its transfer of ideas, knowledge and technology.
The University of Freiburg is one of the most innovative universities at the regional, national, and now also the international level.
The Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs launched the competition “EXIST Entrepreneurial Culture – the Entrepreneurial University” to encourage more entrepreneurial spirit at German universities. The University of Freiburg was successful in the competition with its strategic concept “Windows for Entrepreneurship” and is among the 22 universities in Germany now receiving funding from the program.
International
Our goal: Trinational – European – Global.
Gender and Diversity
Plurality, open-mindedness and international exchange
European University
On the way to a cross-border campus
Teaching [de]
Insights into teaching practice and teaching success at the University of Freiburg
Continuing Education
Know more. Achieve more.
