Introduction

Zittau-Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is located in Zittau and Görlitz, Saxony, Germany. It is a university of applied sciences that offers more than 40 degree programs, covering bachelor's and master's levels. Its courses focus on combining practice with theory, providing students with a variety of learning options.

Overview

Student size: about 3,100 students.

Course settings: There are courses in multiple disciplines such as health and social affairs, information technology and technology, management and economy, nature and environment, education and psychology, language and culture, including artificial intelligence, biotechnology, business management, computer science, electrical engineering and other majors.

History and establishment time

Founded in 1992.

School strength

Faculty: There are 116 academic staff.

Teaching resources: The school has established good cooperative relations with local and surrounding enterprises and institutions, providing students with abundant internship and employment opportunities, and also providing a practical platform for the development of scientific research projects. In addition, the school also has advanced teaching facilities and laboratories, such as libraries, computer centers, etc., which provide strong support for students' learning and research.

Institutional nature

Public university of applied sciences.

Educational philosophy

Committed to providing academic education with a solid scientific foundation, ensuring that students can smoothly start their careers and lay the foundation for their continued career development, focusing on cultivating students' practical ability and innovative thinking, so that students can quickly adapt to the needs of society and the workplace after graduation. At the same time, it emphasizes the systematic nature of knowledge and lifelong learning, provides students with continuing education opportunities in academic and scientific fields, and promotes students to continuously update their knowledge reserves in the fields of technology, economy, business and society to adapt to the ever-changing needs of social development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Energy and environment, electrical engineering and computer science, mechanical engineering, biotechnology, business management and economics are the key disciplines of the school. Among them, the energy and environment discipline has become one of the school's important professional advantages with decades of teaching and research investment. The school has carried out in-depth research and practical projects in this field, providing professional support and technological innovation for solving energy and environmental problems. In addition, the computer science major focuses on the development of artificial intelligence, information management and other directions, and cultivates professionals who meet the needs of the digital age; the mechanical engineering major covers multiple levels from basic theory to practical application, and has provided a large number of professional and technical talents for related industries such as manufacturing.

Key laboratories or research centers: Although no clearly named key laboratories have been found in the school, from the research and practice of its key disciplines, the school should be equipped with relatively advanced experimental equipment and research platforms in related fields to support scientific research projects and teaching practices in disciplines such as energy and environment, computer science, and mechanical engineering. For example, in the energy and environment discipline, there may be a special energy laboratory for research on new energy development and energy efficiency improvement.

Departments

The school has the following departments:

Department of Economics, Business Research and Industrial Engineering: covers majors such as business management, economics, industrial engineering, international business, and real estate.

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science: includes majors such as business management, business computing, computer science, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, and automation.

Department of Management and Cultural Studies: has majors such as cultural studies, Czech, English, French, German, health management, tourism, and translation.

Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences: covers majors such as biotechnology, chemistry, ecology, energy engineering, and environmental management.

Department of Mechanical Engineering: includes majors such as energy engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical manufacturing, mechanical engineering, and production engineering.

Department of Social Sciences: includes majors such as geriatrics, education, preschool education, psychology, and social sciences.

Ranking

World ranking: 8051st among 14,131 universities worldwide.

European ranking: 1827th among 2785 universities in Europe.

Germany ranking: 272nd among 369 universities in Germany, 14th among 19 universities in Saxony.

Expenses

Tuition fees: 1500 euros per semester for undergraduates, 1800 euros per semester for masters, free for doctoral programs.

Other expenses: Students also need to pay for accommodation, textbooks, living expenses, etc. The cost of living in Zittau and Görlitz is relatively low, and students' monthly living expenses are about 700-900 euros.

Campus

Location: Located in Zittau and Görlitz, Saxony, Germany, these two cities have a long history, profound cultural heritage, and beautiful natural environment. Zittau is located on the border between Germany and Poland, while Görlitz is the easternmost city in Germany, bordering Poland. Its unique geographical location provides students with opportunities for cross-cultural exchanges, and also promotes academic cooperation and exchanges between the school and surrounding areas.

Campus facilities: The school's campus facilities are complete, with modern teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries and other teaching facilities, providing students with a good learning environment. The school's library has a rich collection of books, covering books and journals in multiple disciplines to meet students' learning and research needs. In addition, the school also has student dormitories, canteens, gymnasiums and other living facilities to facilitate students' daily lives.