Introduction

The University of Liechtenstein is the only public university in Liechtenstein, located in Vaduz, the capital of the country. Its main research areas are architecture and business economics. Its students and teachers come from more than 40 countries and it has established cooperative relations with more than 80 institutions.

Overview

The University of Liechtenstein is a small university with a high degree of internationalization. It focuses on teaching quality and academic research, and provides students with a good learning and research environment. The school is relatively small, which facilitates communication and interaction between teachers and students, and helps students get more personalized education and guidance.

The university has several colleges and research institutes, covering undergraduate, master and doctoral degree courses, providing systematic education and training for students at different stages.

History and establishment time

The university was founded in 1961. It was originally Abend Technikum, mainly teaching courses related to mechanical and civil engineers, and later gradually developed into the Liechtenstein School of Engineering.

In 1998, the school was officially recognized as the University of Applied Sciences Liechtenstein. In 2005, it was renamed Hochschule Liechtenstein. In 2008, it obtained university status and was authorized to award doctoral degrees according to the Bologna Process. In addition, it further expanded its cooperation projects and research programs with other universities.

In November 2010, the Liechtenstein Parliament passed the Liechtenstein University Act, which officially came into effect on February 1, 2011.

School strength

Faculty: It has about 200 Academic staff members have rich teaching and research experience in their respective professional fields and are able to provide students with high-quality education and guidance.

Academic achievements: In-depth research has been carried out in the fields of architecture, business economics, etc., and a series of important academic achievements have been achieved. For example, students majoring in information systems have won awards in international competitions many times, and their master's theses have also won important awards in related fields.

Cooperation and Exchange: We have established extensive cooperative relations with many internationally renowned universities and research institutions, providing students with rich exchange and learning opportunities, such as exchange student programs and joint research, which broadens students' international vision and enhances the school's international influence.

Institutional Nature

The University of Liechtenstein is a public university.

Educational Philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' innovation ability, practical ability and international vision, emphasize the combination of theory and practice, encourage students to actively participate in scientific research projects and practical activities, and improve students' ability to solve practical problems in order to better adapt to the needs of social development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Architecture and business economics are its two major key disciplines, among which business economics covers multiple professional directions such as entrepreneurship, finance, information systems, and commercial law.

Key laboratories: The school may have laboratories and research centers related to key disciplines, such as architectural design laboratories and financial analysis laboratories, but the specific information is not yet clear.

Department Settings

The University of Liechtenstein mainly consists of the Liechtenstein School of Architecture, the Liechtenstein Business School, the Liechtenstein School of Business Law, the undergraduate and graduate schools, the executive college and other departments. Each department carries out teaching, research and practical activities in its professional field.

Ranking

In the July 2024 Webometrics University Ranking, the University of Liechtenstein ranked 3577th.

In the October 2023 Grass Global Subject Ranking, its business management subject ranked 401st.

Cost

No clear tuition and other fee information was found for the school.

Campus

Geographic location: Located in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, with coordinates of 47°08′59″N, 9°30′58″E, the surrounding environment is beautiful and the cultural atmosphere is strong.

Campus facilities: The campus has modern teaching facilities and scientific research equipment, such as libraries, laboratories, computer centers, etc., which provide good conditions for students' study and research. In addition, the school also has student dormitories, restaurants, gymnasiums and other living facilities to meet the daily needs of students.