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About UBT
University of Bayreuth (UBT) — public non-profit university. It is located in Bayreuth, Germany. It is a young higher education institution, as it was opened in 1975. As a member of European University Association (EUA), UBT is actively working on developing the academic environment.
The university is in top-530 of the best universities in the world, according to QS World University Rankings. The university is highly rated by the independent university ranking THE. It is in the top-300.
UBT does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
- Location
- Bayreuth, Germany
- Establishment year
- 1975
- Students
- 9,735
- International students
- 1,125
- Female students
- 47%
- Acceptance rate
- 40%
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
---|---|
Natural Sciences | 451-500 |

UBT tuition fees
The academic calendar at UBT is divided into two semesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. At all public universities in Germany, tuition is free. Students pay only a semester fee, which is about 334 USD per year. Check the university website for up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
Study programs at UBT
Humanities
African Verbal and Visual Arts - Languages, Literatures, Media and Art
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
African Verbal and Visual Arts - Languages, Literatures, Media and Art
- Study degree
- BA
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Sciences & Professions
Food System Sciences
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Global Food, Nutrition and Health
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Global Food, Nutrition and Health
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Environment, Climate Change and Health
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Global Change Ecology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Computer Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Engineering & Technology
Computer Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Humanities
African Verbal and Visual Arts
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
European Interdisciplinary Master African Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
History and Economics
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Intercultural Anglophone Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Philosophy and Economics
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
African Verbal and Visual Arts
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
European Interdisciplinary Master African Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
History and Economics
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time, part-time
Intercultural Anglophone Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Philosophy and Economics
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Materials Chemistry and Catalysis
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Molecular Biosciences
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Optical Excitations in Organic and Inorganic Semiconductors
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Photophysics of Synthetic and Biological Multichromophoric Systems
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Polymer Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Soft Matter Physics, Nonlinear Dynamics and Solid State Physics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Ecology and Environmental Research
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Experimental Geosciences
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time

Bachelor degree at UBT
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. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score is 6.5. The TOEFL score is not lower than 90.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 90
Master's degree at UBT
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 80 or higher.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 80
Doctorate degree at UBT
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — TOEFL. For enrollment, you need to pass TOEFL with 80 points.
- TOEFL iBT
- 80
UBT campus
The campus of the educational institution is located in Bayreuth. This opens up all the delights of life in a big city for students: a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. However, for some students, such an abundance of opportunities can be distracting. 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. UBT regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes

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. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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