History
TU Bergakademie Freiberg was founded in 1765 and is thus the world’s oldest mining and metallurgy oriented university, its very distinct resource profile.
Education
Being a University of Resources, the TU Bergakademie - focuses comprehensively on securing the supply of natural resources along the entire added value chain. It covers the spectrum from the exploration for new deposits, the low impact, environmentally sound extraction of the raw materials as well as the development of alternative energy technologies and efficient materials right up to the recycling process.
Research
The Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg - Freiberg Mining Academy and University of Technology - sees itself as a modern research university with a strong focus on natural energy resource systems; based on its long tradition in silver mining and metallurgy, it consistently aligns its profile areas GEO(SCIENCE), MATERIAL, ENERGY and ENVIRONMENT with the challenges of the future. As far as revenue from third-party research funding per professor is concerned, the university ranks among the top ten research universities in Germany and takes the leading position in the new (eastern) federal states of Germany.
Career
A doctoral graduation is an investment into the future, because it is a requirement for many positions in academia but also in the non-academic sector. No later than shortly before the end of the doctoral studies doctoral candidates have to answer the question which professional path they will take after graduation.After the doctoral graduation a lot of career paths are open to young scientists. They can find a job in universities or colleges, in research institutes, in economy, and in society.
TU Bergakademie Freiberg Key Statistics & Highlights
- #487 Ranking
- 14 Masters
- 75 Scholarships
- 89 Academic Staff
- 4,000 Students
- Public Institution Type
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TU Bergakademie Freiberg Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 20 reviews
- 5 Star 11 Reviews
- 4 Star 7 Reviews
- 3 Star 2 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.1
- Admission Process 4.4
- Quality of Student Life 4.2
My Research Area And Future Possibilities
I am a Master's student at TUBAF, and yes, you read that right I�m getting paid to study here! Beyond that, I have the incredible opportunity to work with research groups dedicated to exploring precious metals recycling from waste streams. This unique experience has allowed me to attend international conferences and elevator pitch competitions, where we aim to commercialize cutting-edge technology. At TUBAF, you truly have the power to make a difference if you desire. The professors here are more than mentors they�re like friends, often hosting barbecues where we share food and engage in fascinating conversations. And to top it all off, the university boasts world-class research laboratories, one of the most advanced libraries, and computing systems I�ve ever encountered. TUBAF isn�t just a place to study; it�s a place to grow, innovate, and thrive!
I wish to do my masters in chemical engineering
As à chemical Engineering student at Catholic University institute of Buea and also the president of protocol club , chemical engineering has bring the Amazed and hard working field
University upgrade
It's ok but still they need renovations and new eqipment, especially in the field of chemistry and natural sciences.
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TU Bergakademie Freiberg Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
Dropped 107 places compared to 2025
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3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 1401 | 380 | 487 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
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3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| - | - | 1001 |
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Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
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3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 1435 | - | - |
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Student services
The International Office focuses on University's international activities. It is responsible for international relations, study abroad programmes and support services for international students.
Housing services
Studying on site and living next door to the lecture hall - it’s possible in Freiberg. On campus, the student halls of residence managed by the Studentenwerk (Student Services) Freiberg and the laboratories, technical centres and lecture halls can be found right next to one another. If you are looking for something more individual, the Freiberg housing market has quite a bit to offer as well.
Library services
To search relevant information for teaching and research at the University, the Library offers numerous possibilities. You can get access to media both printed or in electronic form.
ICT services
As a department of the university's Computer Center, we see ourselves as playing a central role, in terms of the provision of media services for teaching, research and further education. We advise and support you in the following areas:
- Print media
- E-Learning
- Multimedia productions
- Publications of the TU Bergakademie
Medical services
Everyone who studies in Germany must have health insurance. When you officially enrol at the university, you will be asked to show proof of health insurance coverage. Also international trainees are automatically accident insured. It is important that a trainee is always properly instructed by his or her supervisor at the workplace and that his or her task is clearly defined.
Campus life
Studies do not merely involve studying - to study also means to live. In keeping with this motto, here you will find information pertaining to the university town Freiberg, to student accommodation, to events that take place in addition to regular lectures and that may be of interest to you from a professional or personal point of view, to associations and clubs to which you may wish to make a commitment and to sports activities offered by the university. There are also many other interesting places and events in the area and within the region, whether your interests are in cultural performances, sports activities or are of a scientific nature.
Sports facilities
The Unisport Center (USZ) is a central facility of the TU Bergakademie Freiberg and organizes a versatile and qualified sports and exercise program for students and staff of the university.
- Acro Yoga
- Aikido
- General fitness training
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Body Total
- Cardio-Fitness
- Cheerleading
- Soccer
- Gymnastics
- Ballroom dancing
- Handball
- Ju-Jutsu / self-defense
- Judo
- Climbing
- Weight training
- Mountain biking
- Rugby
- Swimming
Student clubs
Here you will find the leisure and cultural offers of sociable students, sports-loving Freiberg, forward-looking scientists and enthusiastic hobbyists. Dare to stop by the regular meetings, contribute your personal strengths or suggest something new.
- Ring of German Mining Engineers (RDB) eV (District Association)
- Verein Freiberger Geotechniker eV (VFG)
- City Marketing Freiberg eV
- InnoRegio Freiberg eV
- AG Kind at the TU Bergakademie Freiberg
- Freiberger Alliance for family friendliness
- Clubhouse "Old Mensa"
- Working Group Foreign Students (AKAS)
- AG student network
- AG Cinema
- AKA carnival
Accreditation
TU Bergakademie Freiberg is accredited by ASIIN Accreditation Commission.