Detailed introduction of the University of Marburg:

Introduction

The University of Marburg, also known as Philipps University of Marburg, is a public university located in Marburg, Hesse, Germany. It is also the second Protestant university in the world. It has a long history of nearly 500 years and is one of the oldest universities in Germany.

Overview

Student size: There were about 20,000 students in 2006, about 16,000 students in 2013, and more than 22,500 students in 2024.

Number of faculty and staff: There were about 7,500 employees in 2006.

History

Founding background: In 1527, under the background of the religious reform advocated by Martin Luther, Count Philip I of Hesse-Kassel ordered the establishment of a Protestant church university in Marburg.

Important development stage: At the beginning of its establishment, there were only 11 professors and 84 students, and the old site of the monastery in the city was used as the school building. After the Austro-Prussian War in 1866, Hesse was annexed by Prussia, and the school ushered in rapid development, with a significant increase in the number of students and a continuous expansion of the campus. After 1960, the number of teachers and students increased again, and many new buildings were built.

Establishment time

July 1, 1527.

School strength

Discipline majors: The disciplines are rich, covering law, economics, sociology, psychology, theology, history, linguistics, mathematics, physics, chemistry, pharmacy, biology, geography, medicine, education and many other fields, providing students with a wide range of professional choices.

Scientific research results: The school has 13 Leibniz Prize winners and is one of the leading research institutions in Hesse. The research focuses include tumors and microbiology, infectious diseases, materials science, nanotechnology, neurology, linguistics, world peace and conflict research and other fields. It has achieved remarkable scientific research results in natural sciences, humanities and medicine, and has cultivated many outstanding scientific research talents, such as several Nobel Prize winners.

Institutional nature

German public university.

Educational philosophy

Emphasis on the combination of basic research, future-oriented practical applications and multidisciplinary education, focusing on cultivating students' interdisciplinary cooperation ability, encouraging students to actively participate in scientific research projects, and improving students' ability to solve practical problems. It is known for its innovative educational philosophy and short-term study period, and has won the honorary title of "Excellent School" in Hesse many times.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, etc.

Key disciplines: Theology, philosophy, law, medicine, chemistry, biology and other disciplines are strong, and have a high reputation and influence in Germany and even Europe. For example, the field of chemistry has cultivated many Nobel Prize winners in chemistry.

Department

The school consists of 16 The university is composed of 16 departments, namely, the Department of Law, the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, the Department of Business Administration and Economics, the Department of Physics, the Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy, the Department of Chemistry, the Department of Psychology, the Department of Pharmacy, the Department of Protestant Theology, the Department of Biology, the Department of History and Cultural Studies, the Department of Geography, the Department of German Studies and Art History, the Department of Medicine, the Department of Foreign Languages ​​and Cultures, and the Department of Education. In addition, there are 16 research centers in different disciplines, such as the Center for Gender Studies and the Center for Near and Middle Eastern Studies.

Ranking

2019: The Times Higher Education World University Rankings ranked the University of Marburg 251-300th in the world.

2021: QS World University Rankings 701-750; Soft Science World University Academic Rankings 401-500.

June 2023: The "2024 QS World University Rankings" is released, and the University of Marburg ranks between 761-770.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Usually no tuition fees, but you may need to pay tuition and miscellaneous fees of about 300-500 euros per semester.

Living expenses: about 800-1,000 euros per month, including accommodation, food, transportation and other expenses.

Campus

Campus distribution: There are two campuses, one is located in the city center, mainly providing teaching for students majoring in humanities; the other is located in Lahnberg, 6 kilometers from the city center, mainly providing teaching for students majoring in natural sciences. The school hospital, Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, Biomedical Research Center, etc. are also located on this campus.

Campus environment: Marburg is a city with beautiful scenery and profound historical and cultural heritage. The city is full of lawns and trees, and a clear Lahn River meanders through it. It is both quiet and full of youthful vitality, providing students with a good learning and living environment.

Teaching facilities: The school has complete teaching facilities, including a university central library and a library system composed of small libraries in each college and department, as well as a language and media center, computer laboratories, etc.