University of Bayreuth

Overview

The University of Bayreuth (UBT) is a research-driven campus university dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research and science. Its mission emphasizes the development of interdisciplinary subjects and the creation of unique academic profiles. UBT maintains a close network of strategically chosen international partner universities and research collaborations. The university offers a range of courses and research programs across fields such as natural and engineering sciences, law, economics, language, literature, and cultural studies, with continuous growth and development. Several undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as individual courses and seminars, are available in English. Most of the research and PhD programs, along with UBT’s international summer programs, are also conducted in English. UBT's research priorities include Nonlinear Dynamics, Polymer and Colloid Science, Molecular Biosciences, Ecology and Environmental Sciences, New Materials, African Studies, High Pressure and High Temperature Research, Cross-cultural Comparison and Intercultural Processes, Innovation and Consumer Protection, Food and Health Sciences, Energy Research and Technology, and Governance and Responsibility. The university's African Studies program consistently ranks among the best globally, and the Bayreuth International Graduate School of African Studies (BIGSAS) is a key part of the federal and state excellence initiative.