Outstanding research, academic education and social relevance characterise us, the University of Duisburg-Essen, as a place of knowledge and individual advancement. Anchored in the heart of the Ruhr region and internationally networked, we combine scientific excellence with a clear commitment to educational equity and sustainability.

Around 38,000 students from 130 countries study and conduct research at our university in more than 300 degree programmes, including around 140 teacher training programmes. They shape a lively, diverse campus university that stands for quality, progress, democracy and openness. With over 6,500 employees, we are also one of the largest employers in the region.

Our twelve faculties cover a broad spectrum of subjects, ranging from the humanities, social sciences and education to economics, engineering, natural sciences, computer science and medicine. With more than 500 professors and 13 interdisciplinary research centres, we are strongly positioned in all scientific fields. Our research profile is based on four key areas: biomedical research, energy and nanosciences, water research and the transformation of contemporary societies.

Our research and teaching give rise to innovations with impact – supported by strong transfer structures, digitalisation, start-up support and an active start-up culture, for example in the Bryck Startup Alliance.

We have a strategic partnership with Ruhr University Bochum and Dortmund Technical University under the umbrella of the University Alliance Ruhr (UA Ruhr). We cooperate closely in research and teaching and also have a joint presence on three continents with our own branch offices. In addition, we maintain partnerships with over 100 universities around the world.

We thus stand for science that shapes the future – regionally rooted, globally oriented and committed to people.