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About Leipzig University

Leipzig University — public non-profit university. It is located in Leipzig, Germany. Leipzig University was founded in 1409, which makes it one of the oldest institutions in the country. Leipzig University is a part of European University Association (EUA), Utrecht Network.

The university is ranked number 481 in QS World University Rankings 2024.

At Leipzig University, you can get a bachelor and master degree in different fields of study.

LocationLeipzig, Germany
Establishment year1409
Students27,874
International students3,174

Place in ratings

Rating QS2024#481
By subject
SubjectPlace in QS 2023
Arts & Humanities199
Life Sciences & Medicine228
Natural Sciences345
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Leipzig University tuition fees

The academic calendar at Leipzig University is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Germany. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.

When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.

Academic calendarSemesters

Study programs at Leipzig University

Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
International Physics Studies
Study degreeBSc
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration36 months
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Humanities
American Studies
Study degreeBA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration36 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
British Studies
Study degreeBA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration36 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
International Physics Studies
Study degreeBSc
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration36 months
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Social Sciences & Management
American Studies
Study degreeBA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration36 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
British Studies
Study degreeBA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration36 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Other programs
Education & Training
Early Childhood Research
Study degreeMSc
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Education & Training
Arts & Humanities
African Studies
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Arts & Humanities
Humanities
African Studies
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Arts & Humanities
American Studies
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
ExamsCAE
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Exam scoresCAE — 180
Chinese Studies
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
German as a Foreign in a German-African Context (Stellenbosch, South Africa)
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Linguistics
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
ExamsCAE
Study field
Humanities
Exam scoresCAE — 160
Social Sciences & Management
African Studies
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Arts & Humanities
American Studies
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
ExamsCAE
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Exam scoresCAE — 180
Anthropology
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time
Duration24 months
ExamsCAE
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scoresCAE — 160
Chinese Studies
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
German as a Foreign in a German-African Context (Stellenbosch, South Africa)
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Humanities
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Advanced Spectroscopy in Chemistry
Study degreeMSc
Study formFull-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Engineering & Technology
Advanced Spectroscopy in Chemistry
Study degreeMSc
Study formFull-time
Duration24 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Other
Global Mass Communication
Study degreeMA
Study formFull-time, part-time
Duration24 months
ExamsTOEFL
Exam scoresTOEFL iBT — 100
Other programs
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Bachelor degree at Leipzig University

Schooling in Germany lasts longer than in other countries. Therefore, it is impossible to enter a university immediately after the 11th grade — first, you need to eliminate the academic difference. There are special educational institutions for foreign students — Studienkollegs.

Master's degree at Leipzig University

It is impossible to enter Leipzig University for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing TOEFL. The TOEFL exam must be passed with a score no lower than 100.

TOEFL iBT100

Leipzig University campus

The city campus of Leipzig University provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Leipzig has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. The university students have access to the library. It is an integral part of learning. Students come here for educational literature or to do their homework. Leipzig University regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.

Campus TypeUrban
LibraryYes
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What to do after graduation

To stay in Germany after graduation for another 18 months, you need to apply for a graduate visa, which allows you to work without an offer from an employer. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.

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