The University of Cologne is one of the oldest and largest universities in Europe. Due to its outstanding scientific achievements and the high quality and diversity of its degree programmes, it enjoys an excellent international reputation.
- #146 Ranking
- 32 Masters
- 1,121 Academic Staff
- 32,405 Students
- 5,833 Students (int'l)
- Public Institution Type
Master's Programmes
Social Sciences (13)
- M.Sc. Economic Research
- M.Sc. Economics
- M.Sc. Health Economics
- Master North American Studies
- M.A. Political Science
Business & Management (11)
- M.Sc. Business Administration
- M.B.A. Business Administration
- M.Sc. Economics
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (9)
- M.Sc. Biochemistry
- M.Sc. Biological Sciences
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.Sc. Computational Sciences
- M.Sc. Economics
- M.Sc. Physics
Medicine & Health (3)
Computer Science & IT (2)
- M.Sc. Information Systems
Education & Training (2)
- M.A. Research Master
Humanities (2)
- Master North American Studies
- M.A. Research Master
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
Law (1)
- M.A. Political Science
About
Education
The UoC’s syllabus currently comprises about 100 quality-assured degree programmes (Ger.), giving students the opportunity to choose from a total of over 300 subject and teaching degree combinations. The bachelor and master’s programmes have recently successfully undergone the Model Accreditation (Modellakkreditierung) process and thus now have harmonized programme structures and examination regulations, and introduced special quality standards in cross-cutting areas such as internationalization, advice and supervision, and equal opportunities.
Research
The University of Cologne’s six Faculties are the institutional framework for its research activities. The Faculties offer a total of 102 degree programmes and support 16 cross-Faculty research and teaching centres. Moreover, the UoC has several large, internationally competitive research areas: mechanisms of aging-associated diseases; behavioral economic engineering and social cognition, quantum matter and materials, socio-economic, cultural and political transformations in the global south, plant sciences and skills and structures in language and cognition.
Career
The University´s study programm prepare graduates for excellent career opportunities on the employment market. The Professional Centre renders personal assistance to students in seizing these opportunities: through its Professional & Academic School and the Career Support Centre.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
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University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2023
146 26
2022
172 -27
2021
145
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.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
151
2021
151
2020
151
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
244 -14
2022
230 2
2021
232
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.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
335 -24
2022
311 -29
2021
282
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
If you have any questions regarding studying in Cologne, please feel free to contact the staff of the department "International Students"!
Housing services
- The Kölner Studierendenwerk operates 90 student dormitories with 5.000 spots for students from all of Cologne’s universities, including spots for students with children or families.
- In addition to the student dormitories operated by the "Kölner Studierendenwerk", an array of private student dormitories (website in German language) operated by other institutions exists as well.
Library services
- As part of the University of Cologne, the Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences (WiSo Faculty) offers you a huge store of specialized academic literature and periodicals.
- The largest holdings are found in the University and City Library.
Medical services
Health insurance is mandatory for everyone seeking to enrol at a German university. You can either take out German statutory health insurance (appr. 80 € per month) or prove that you are sufficiently covered by a foreign or private health insurance policy by presenting either an EHIC card or an exemption certificate ("Befreiungsbescheinigung") issued by German statutory health insurance company.
Student Life
Campus life
The University of Cologne is set on a large urban campus in the heart of the lively and thriving city of Cologne. The surrounding Rhineland is one of Europe’s most developed economic regions. Open, friendly and with an international outlook, Cologne is a great place to live, work and study. We would be delighted to welcome you in Cologne.
Sports facilities
Our broad offer includes different mass and health-oriented sports, a comprehensive course programme, and special events. We promote the dual careers of top athletes and host a modern gym.
Accreditation
The Faculty of Management, Economics and Social Sciences ("WiSo Faculty") of the University of Cologne was re-accredited by the EQUIS Accreditation Board on 27 March 2018 and received the world-renowned EQUIS accreditation of the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) for the highest possible duration of five years. This confirms the high international quality standard of the faculty in research and teaching. At the moment, only 108 business schools worldwide hold this internationally recognized accreditation with a 5-year duration
Student Reviews
University of Cologne
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
An international university in the multicultural city of Cologne, offering a wide variety of programs.
Corona
Anonymous rated 2 out of 5 stars
In the Corona pandemic, everything was online and that was okay and all at the beginning but then in the 3rd semester all most all Universities had the normal on Campus class and everything almost back to normal but in My university it wasn't, all the classes were online. It seemed like the Professors liked that way, and it might be easier, but not everyone can study...
Check the modules and focus of the institute!
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
great university, study programme could be nice if there were some changes
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