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About University of Duisburg-Essen

University of Duisburg-Essen — public non-profit university. It is located in Duisburg, Germany. It is a modern higher education institution, established in 2003. As a part of European University Association (EUA), International Research Universities Network (IRUN), University of Duisburg-Essen is actively building the academic environment in Germany.

The university was highly rated by the QS International Ranking of the best universities, and is in 801 place in the world. The university is in top-250 of the independent international ranking THE.

University of Duisburg-Essen does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor and master programs.

Location
Duisburg, Germany
Establishment year
2003
Students
41,728
International students
7,880
Female students
49%

Place in ratings

By subject
SubjectPlace in QS 2024
Life Sciences & Medicine401-450
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University of Duisburg-Essen tuition fees

The academic calendar at University of Duisburg-Essen is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Education at University of Duisburg-Essen is free for everyone. However, students must pay a semester fee — 21,046 USD per year. With the help of financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.

In addition to the cost of education, it is necessary to pay attention to additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.

Academic calendar
Semesters
Financial Aid
Yes

Study programs at University of Duisburg-Essen

Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Metallurgy and Metal Forming
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Engineering & Technology
Physical Sciences
Computer Science & IT
Computer Engineering
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Computer Science & IT
Physical Sciences
Mechanical Engineering
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Physical Sciences
Metallurgy and Metal Forming
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Engineering & Technology
Physical Sciences
Engineering & Technology
Computer Engineering
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Computer Science & IT
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Mechanical Engineering
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Physical Sciences
Metallurgy and Metal Forming
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Engineering & Technology
Physical Sciences
Structural Engineering
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Other programs
Medicine
Environmental Toxicology
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Medicine
Physical Sciences
Exam scores
TOEFL iBT — 100
Implantology and Dental Surgery
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
18 months
Study field
Medicine
Pharmaceutical Medicine
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Medicine
Specialized Orthodontics
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
18 months
Study field
Medicine
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Environmental Toxicology
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Medicine
Physical Sciences
Exam scores
TOEFL iBT — 100
Transnational Ecosystem-Based Water Management
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Physical Sciences
Water Science
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Physical Sciences
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Environmental Toxicology
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Medicine
Physical Sciences
Exam scores
TOEFL iBT — 100
Economics & Business Management
Contemporary East Asian Studies
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Econometrics
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Management and Technology of Water and Waste Water
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Economics & Business Management
Physical Sciences
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5
Modern East Asian Studies
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Social Sciences & Management
Contemporary East Asian Studies
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Development and Governance
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Econometrics
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Modern East Asian Studies
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
12 months
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Computer Science & IT
Computational Mechanics
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5
Computer Engineering
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Computer Science & IT
Physical Sciences
Automation and Control Engineering
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Physical Sciences
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5
Environmental Toxicology
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Medicine
Physical Sciences
Exam scores
TOEFL iBT — 100
Management and Technology of Water and Waste Water
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Economics & Business Management
Physical Sciences
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5
Mechanical Engineering
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Physical Sciences
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5
Transnational Ecosystem-Based Water Management
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Physical Sciences
Show all
Engineering & Technology
Automation and Control Engineering
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Physical Sciences
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5
Communications Engineering
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5
Computational Mechanics
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5
Computer Engineering
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Computer Science & IT
Embedded Systems Engineering
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
GPA
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Exam scores
GPA — 2.5
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Other programs
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Bachelor degree at University of Duisburg-Essen

You cannot enter a German university after the 11th grade, because schooling there lasts longer than 11 years. First, you need to eliminate the academic difference. To do this, foreign students go through a preparatory year in special educational institutions — Studienkollegs.

Master's degree at University of Duisburg-Essen

The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. In order to enroll at University of Duisburg-Essen for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — TOEFL. The TOEFL must be passed with a score of 100 and above.

TOEFL iBT
100

University of Duisburg-Essen campus

University of Duisburg-Essen has an urban campus, which provides students with many options for study and recreation. The abundance of museums, theaters and cinemas creates opportunities for the cultural development of young people. In the city, there are also large companies that offer internships. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. Not only locals study at University of Duisburg-Essen, but also students from other countries. The variety of cultures represented broadens the horizons of students and fills student life with all sorts of activities, the purpose of which is cultural exchange.

Campus Type
Urban
Library
Yes
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What to do after graduation

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

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