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Universität Duisburg-Essen (UDE)

Duisburg/Essen2003

Formed from the merger of the Duisburg and Essen universities, one of the Ruhr region's largest universities.

Highlights

  • University Alliance Ruhr member
  • Broad faculty range across two campuses (Duisburg and Essen)
  • One of Germany's most diverse student communities
Students
~42,000
Teaching Language
Mostly German, some English programs in engineering
Tuition
~€320 semester contribution
Popular Programs
Engineering, Medicine, Social Sciences

Pros

  • Access to the Ruhr region's large job market
  • Strong research in engineering and medicine
  • Relatively affordable region

Things to Consider

  • Split across two campuses (Duisburg/Essen) can mean more commuting
  • Large student body means crowded courses
  • The Ruhr region may lack a classic university-town feel

History

Founded in 2003 through the merger of the universities of Duisburg and Essen; a member of the University Alliance Ruhr alongside TU Dortmund.

Strong in engineering, medicine (Essen campus), social sciences and economics, with one of Germany's most internationally diverse student bodies.

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