Jacobs University Bremen gGmbH is a registered non-profit organisation. In accordance with its statutes, it comprises four bodies: the Councilors, the Board of Trustees, the Board of Governors and the Executive Board, which comprises the President and the Managing Director of the university.
- #501 Ranking
- 4 Masters
- 72 Academic Staff
- 1,571 Students
- 1,225 Students (int'l)
- 676 Students (female)
- Private Institution Type
Top reasons to study here
- Research-oriented, state-recognized university
- Student to teacher ratio of 1:16
- Transdisciplinary academic education with an international perspective
Master's Programmes
Computer Science & IT (3)
Business & Management (2)
Social Sciences (1)
About
History
- 1999: State recognition by the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen
- 2001: Accredited by the German Council of Science and Humanities (Wissenschaftsrat)
- 2004: Accreditation of all undergraduate programs by the Accreditation Council (Agency ACQUIN)
Education
Aiming for a fulfilling career in a top business company, government organization or a research institute - or wish to be accepted in a graduate program at one of the world's leading universities? An education which will prime you for life's challenges in an interconnected world. The education you will receive at Jacobs University Bremen.
Research
- Research & Transfer encompasses a range of activities to support beneficial collaborations between science, businesses and the public sector.
- Equipped with state-of-the-art research facilities, at Jacobs University we work in an interdisciplinary and globally connected manner. Whether you assign a concrete research project to us, want to use innovative technology or are looking to enter into a research partnership to solve a specific problem – we look forward to learning about your needs to develop a customized solution together.
Career
Excellently qualified, internationally-minded, committed in a variety of ways: Jacobs University’s students are much sought-after by employers. This became evident once again at the fifth career fair of the English-speaking university, where 40 companies, organizations and research institutions presented themselves. Over 1300 visitors took the opportunity to network and make contacts with potential employers. Everyone agreed: the visit was well worth it.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
501
2022
501 -250
2021
251
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
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2022
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2021
1113
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
- Student Service Center
- International Office (Study Abroad)
Housing services
- At Jacobs University we are dedicated to make our campus and its colleges a comfortable and exciting ‘home away from home’ for you: a place to live, to learn, to personally grow – and to have fun.
- This is why all of our pre-degree and undergraduate students do not only study but also live and learn in one of our four residential colleges on our beautiful and secured university campus with lecture halls, research laboratories, excellent sports facilities, the campus theater and cinema, as well as the student bar and café within easy reach.
Library services
Jacobs University’s library is part of the Information Resource Center (IRC), housed in the spacious Campus Center building. Quiet, group, and individual study areas, equipped with WLAN, power and network connections, offer space for learning in groups or individually.
ICT services
- IT support
- Free Wifi on Campus
Medical services
Medical doctors and hospitals are in the neighborhood. Health insurance companies have offices on Campus. Our Student Service Center helps students to make doctors appointments.
Student Life
Campus life
- Jacobs University’s green and tree-shaded campus covers an area of 34 hectares. The architecture combines modern designs with gabled brick structures built in the last century. The campus features buildings for teaching and research with a total of 5,600 square meters of laboratory space equipped to the highest standards.
- The beautiful historic city center of Bremen is only a short ride by public transportation away (20 minutes). Facilities for everyday life are in the neighborhood.
Sports facilities
- The Jacobs Sports and Convention Center (SCC) houses four multi-purpose sports halls, a fitness center, and a rowing tank. Jacobs offers a wide variety of physical activities to recharge your mental batteries.
- If you just want to stay fit, you can work out at the gym, go swimming, or join fitness groups such as zumba or yoga. We also have a martial arts room and a dance room. There are many sports clubs active on Campus: Basketball, Badminton, Soccer, Rowing etc.
Student clubs
Jacobs University does not only offer an excellent academic education but also many opportunities for students outside of the classroom. The various student-driven social and cultural activities encompass events throughout the year, and student clubs range from arts to sports and community groups.
OUR CAMPUS LIFE IN A NUTSHELL- Grow and learn outside of the classroom
- Explore arts, sports, community experiences
- Make use of new and creative facilities
- Become an engaged and responsible member of the community you live in
Accreditation
Upon its foundation, Jacobs University Bremen gGmbH has been state-approved in accordance with §122(1) of the Higher Education Act of the City State of Bremen. In 2001, Jacobs University Bremen has been institutionally accredited by the German Council of Science and Humanities. This accreditation has been renewed in 2008.
Student Reviews
thinking of myself, the first word that comes in mind is curious by nature, this curiosity laid me to grow a big interest in sciences and the scientific methodology, this same curiosity laid me to study a robotic program which I found myself in.
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
My experience in Jacobs University was overall nice one, specially for the field that I was studying as we had many labs where we could develop our skill on an experimental level as well as good detailed lectures for the theoretical part.
Rigour and Fun at the same time.
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I have always wanted to study physics but had no idea how rigourous the course could get until I entered Jacobs university. But the well thoughtout and rigourous course structure are actually there to have us laden with all the tools and knowledge needed to embark on a journey of either it be scientific research or higher studies including a PhD. The first years in...
Experience once in a life time.
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I like that it is quite easy to understand the application process. Maybe the improvement might be a little bit more communication with the students. I like it, despite the difficulties I may have as new here!
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