RWTH Aachen University
Western Europe - Germany - Aachen
| Address: |
RWTH Aachen, Dezernat 2.0 - International Office Aachen, 52056 Germany |
| E-mail: | international@zhv.rwth-aachen.de |
| Phone: | +49 241 80 24100 |
| Fax: | +49 241 80 28544 |
| Degree: | Bachelors |
| Setting: | Urban |
| Enrollment: | 10000+ |
| Financial aid: | Yes |
| Housing: | Yes |
Description
RWTH Aachen University is one of the high-ranking universities of technology worldwide.
The University has a core focus on engineering, computer and the natural sciences. The specific strength of its engineering education and training lies in the combination of teaching and advanced research. Students gain an in-depth knowledge of mathematics, scientific and engineering theory and the ability to apply this knowledge to problems of technical nature. They have numerous opportunities to pursue projects and thesis work within the scope of ongoing research activities, while gaining practical experience and knowledge of state-of-the-art technology. In particular the engineering departments cooperate closely with national and international industrial partners. Graduates of RWTH Aachen University have excellent career opportunities in industry and commerce.
Curriculum Overview
RWTH Aachen University offers Bachelors, Masters and PhD Programs.
The University has a core focus on engineering, computer and the natural sciences.
The total range of subjects also includes medicine, economics, arts and humanities. One essential characteristic of the University is the strong emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches in research and teaching, as seen for example in medical technology.
Although most of the programs are taught in German, RWTH Aachen University offers a special range of English-taught Master Programs in the field of engineering and computer science.
Student Life
Altogether 40,000 Students very much influence the life of Aachen with its population of 250,000. The University provides sports, leisure facilities, student clubs and organizations in many fields of interest.
Special Services
The university sees integration of international students as a very important task. We provide assistance with relocation, accomodation, insurances etc. You will find social and cultural activities of all kinds.
Financial Aid
Contact school for details.
Housing
Exchange students will be placed either in a student residence or in private rooms. Upon request the International Office may provide students from abroad with addresses of private landladies/landlords in Aachen and vicinity.
Services offered by the Accommodation Office include
1. Deal with all applications and inquiries regarding university residences for exchange students
2. Provide lists of private sector accommodation
3. Provide assistance to students looking for temporary accommodation
