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Studying at the University of Jena

Friedrich Schiller University Jena ¨C Living excellence, shaping the future.

The University of Jena is a dynamic university located in the heart of Germany. With a broad range of disciplines, it shapes the future through the combination of excellent research and teaching. Its scientific excellence is reflected in the  profile areas, which provide sustainable solutions for the society of tomorrow. At the same time, these profile areas define the framework for outstanding study experiences for students from all over the world. With around 17,000 students, the University of Jena offers a  for successful student journeys:

More than 200 study programmes

Based on more than , our degree programmes cover a wide spectrum of subjects across the . You can choose from around , start your career in one of our undergraduate programmes, or prepare through a pathway programme. Do you need advice in order to find the right programme for you? Please visit our  for study orientation.

Excellent study conditions

Studying at the University of Jena features first-class conditions: Our modern facilities, well-equipped libraries, and state-of-the-art laboratories create an environment conducive to learning as well as research. The university is characterized by an outstanding student-professor ratio and offers excellent  infrastructure. Reach out to us!

Internationally embedded campus

More than 2,500 international students from over 100 countries study in Jena ¨C many of them are enrolled in one of our internationally renowned and English-taught master's programmes. As the University of Jena is a public university, all of its programmes are offered tuition-free to both EU and non-EU students. You want to check the admission and language requirements? Visit our  to browse our data base.

Enriching student journeys

The University of Jena is home to around 17,000 students. A remarkable share of 95% of our students recommend us to their peers. Our reputation is built on a foundation of academic excellence and a strong commitment to providing students with an enriching and rewarding experience. Check our  to meet some of our students.

The best career opportunities

Studying at the University of Jena guarantees you a solid foundation for a promising career. A scientific career, joining a company, or starting a business? It¡¯s up to you! The University's  and  offer every support you need to make sure your career gets off to a flying start! Jena itself is home to numerous global companies and also has a vibrant start-up scene.

A city university of short distances

The University of Jena has sites across the entire city centre. Jena benefits from a combination of a historic, intellectual past, a delightful countryside, innovative research and industry, as well as student life. The  is also lower than in many other German cities. A lot of student initiatives as well as an open, tolerant civil society make Jena colourful and welcoming. Want to dive right in? Then take our .