Introduction

Fachhochschule Erfurt, or University of Applied Sciences Erfurt, is a public university of applied sciences located in Erfurt, the capital of Thuringia, Germany. It focuses on applied science education and research in multiple fields, and provides students with professional courses that combine theory and practice to cultivate applied talents that meet social needs.

Overview

Student size: There are currently about 4,500 students, with about 1,000 new students each year, of which 5% come from other countries.

Course settings: There are 16 undergraduate majors and 18 master's majors, covering multiple disciplines such as architecture and urban planning, civil engineering, computer science, economic management, and social sciences.

History and establishment time

The school was founded in 1991, but its history can be traced back to the Prussian Royal School of Architectural Engineers in 1901. In 1991, the school, together with the School of Engineering and the School of Horticulture and Urban Construction, which were established in 1946 and 1947, constituted 4 of the 6 basic departments of the current University of Applied Sciences Erfurt. .

School Strength

Teaching Staff: We have a team of teachers with rich teaching experience and professional practice experience. They not only have in-depth research in the academic field, but also can integrate cases and experience from actual work into teaching, providing students with practical guidance.

Teaching Quality: We focus on practical teaching, and through cooperation with enterprises and social institutions, we provide students with internships, practical projects and other opportunities to help students accumulate practical work experience in the learning process and improve their employment competitiveness. Many courses are taught with practice partners, and most undergraduate graduation projects are completed in cooperation with practice partners.

Research level: A series of research projects with practical application value have been carried out in the field of applied sciences, and close cooperative relations have been maintained with enterprises and all sectors of society, providing strong support for local economic and social development.

Institutional nature

Public non-profit higher education institution.

Educational philosophy

Emphasis on the close integration of theory and practice, focusing on cultivating students' practical application ability and problem-solving ability, so that students can quickly adapt to their jobs after graduation and succeed in their careers.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Architecture and urban planning, civil engineering, computer science, economic management and other disciplines are the key disciplines of the school. These disciplines have achieved remarkable results in teaching, scientific research and social services, laying a solid foundation for the development of the school.

Key laboratories: No key laboratories in the traditional sense have been found in the school, but the school has established cooperative relations with many enterprises, providing students with a place for practice, similar to a broad practice "laboratory", so that students can apply theoretical knowledge to practical work.

Faculty

The school has 6 major departments, namely, Architecture and Urban Planning, Civil Engineering and Building Maintenance Engineering, Housing Technology and Information Engineering, Land Architecture and Landscape Architecture, Applied Social Sciences, and Economics - Logistics - Transportation.

Ranking

According to the 2024 ranking data of 4icu.org, the school ranks 172nd in Germany and 2887th in the world.

Expenses

Tuition fees: The school's undergraduate and master's degree programs generally do not require tuition fees, but some special majors or international students may need to pay certain fees. For specific circumstances, please consult the school's admissions department.

Living expenses: Erfurt is a small city, and students' monthly living expenses are about 800-1000 euros, including expenses for accommodation, food, transportation, and learning materials.

Campus

Campus location: The main campus is located at Altonaer Straße 25 in Erfurt, with a population of 50,000 - 24,999 It is located between 10,000 square meters and has the characteristics of both cities and villages, providing students with a relatively quiet learning environment and convenient living facilities.

Teaching facilities: The school is equipped with modern teaching facilities, including libraries, computer laboratories, multimedia classrooms, etc., which provide good conditions for students' study and research. The school library has a rich collection of books, with about 344,000 books and about 250 professional journals. In addition, it also provides a large number of digital resources such as databases, electronic journals and e-books.

Living facilities: There are student dormitories, canteens, sports facilities, etc. on or around the campus to meet the daily needs of students. The school also provides its own sports programs, which students can pay to participate in. The Erfurt University Sports Club provides a variety of sports activities for students and faculty.