Universität Konstanz

Seminars and sailing almost belong together at the Universität Konstanz because the university is located directly on the banks of Lake Constance. Situated where Germany, Switzerland and Austria meet, it is in one of Germany’s most beautiful regions. In addition to excellent leisure opportunities, the university, which was only founded in 1966, offers more than 40 courses in the natural sciences, humanities, law and economics. Although relatively small, with just 10,000 students, higher education league tables rate the university as one of the best in the country. Its special feature is unusual courses. In 2005, for example, it will be launching a degree course in public policy and management to train political managers for parliaments and authorities.

FACTS

Students: 10,109

Foreign students: 1,449

Professors: 174

Departments: 13

Year of foundation: 1966

Population: 81,220

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