Introduction

Clausthal University of Technology is located in Clausthal-Zellerfeld, Lower Saxony, Germany. It is a public university focusing on teaching and research in the fields of engineering, natural sciences, economics and computer science. It is committed to providing students with a high-quality education and research environment to cultivate professionals with innovative and practical abilities.

Overview

Student size: The school has a total of about 4,000 students, including 1,000 international students, accounting for 30%.

Faculty and staff: More than 20% of academic staff come from abroad, creating an international teaching and research atmosphere.

History

Early establishment: The school was founded in 1775 and was originally established as the "Clausthal Mining Training Center", mainly to train professionals for the local mining industry.

Development and change: With the passage of time and the continuous expansion of disciplines, the school has gradually grown and officially became a comprehensive university in 1968.

Founding time

1775 Years.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: It has a team of highly qualified teachers, including experts and scholars with rich teaching and research experience in their respective fields. They can not only impart professional knowledge to students, but also guide students to participate in scientific research projects, and cultivate students' scientific research ability and innovative thinking.

Scientific Research Achievements: It has achieved remarkable scientific research results in many disciplines, especially in the fields of materials science, energy technology, environmental science, etc., which are at the international advanced level. The school's scientific research projects have been widely supported by the German government, enterprises and international organizations, and have made positive contributions to solving some major challenges facing the world.

Institutional Nature

Public University.

Educational Philosophy

Practical Orientation: Emphasize the combination of theory and practice, and focus on cultivating students' practical ability and ability to solve practical problems. Through cooperation with enterprises and scientific research institutions, it provides students with opportunities for internships, practice and scientific research projects, allowing students to learn and grow in practice.

Interdisciplinary Education: Encourage interdisciplinary learning and research, break disciplinary boundaries, and cultivate students' comprehensive literacy and innovation ability. The school's curriculum and scientific research projects often involve multiple disciplines. Students can broaden their horizons and cultivate innovative thinking and teamwork spirit through interdisciplinary learning and research.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: It has many advanced research centers and laboratories such as Clausthal Research Center for Environmental Technologies, Clausthal Materials Technology Center, and Digital Technology Center, providing researchers and students with good research conditions and experimental equipment.

Key disciplines: Materials science, energy engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science and technology, chemical engineering, mining engineering and other disciplines are the school's key disciplines, with high levels and influence in teaching and scientific research. Among them, mining engineering, petroleum engineering and other majors enjoy a high reputation in Germany and even internationally.

Faculty

The school has three colleges: the School of Natural and Material Sciences, the School of Energy and Economic Sciences, and the School of Mathematics/Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering. Each college contains multiple research institutes and departments, covering many subject areas.

Ranking

In the 2024 global ranking, Clausthal University of Technology ranks 1259th; 70th in Germany.

In the field of engineering, the school ranks 54th in Germany and 811th in the world. Its main research directions include materials science, metallurgical engineering, optical engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, etc.

In the field of physics, the school ranks 53rd in Germany and 762nd in the world. Its main research directions include materials science, quantum and particle physics, optical engineering, nanotechnology, nuclear physics, etc.

In the field of chemistry, the school ranks 56th in Germany and 922nd in the world. Its main research directions include materials science, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, etc.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Tuition fees for most majors are 0 Euros, but some special majors such as the Master of Intercultural Leadership and Technology may charge a certain tuition fee, such as 4740 Euros/year.

Living expenses: The average monthly living expenses are about 784 Euros, including expenses for accommodation, food, transportation, school supplies, etc.

Campus

Campus environment: The campus is located at the foot of the scenic Harz Mountains, surrounded by nature, providing students with a quiet and beautiful learning and living environment.

Teaching facilities: The school has modern teaching facilities and scientific research equipment, such as libraries, laboratories, computer centers, gymnasiums, etc., which meet the students' learning, scientific research and entertainment needs.

Accommodation conditions: The school provides students with a variety of accommodation options, including student dormitories and off-campus apartments. The student dormitories are fully equipped, and the rooms are equipped with basic living facilities such as beds, desks, wardrobes, etc., providing students with a comfortable living environment.