- Founded
- 1970
- Students
- 19,606
- International
- 8.7%
- Programmes
- 104
- Taught in English
- 11
About Universität Augsburg
Universität Augsburg is a public research university founded in 1970 by the Free State of Bavaria as a reform institution (Reformuniversität). It has grown to approximately 19,000 students across eight faculties, offering around 86 degree programmes spanning theology, law, business and economics, philosophy, philology, mathematics and engineering, applied computer science, and medicine.
The university operates from a single compact campus on Augsburg's southern fringe, featuring a parkland setting with its own lake and short distances between research and teaching facilities. The Medical Faculty is the only unit located separately. Ten interdisciplinary research focus areas include environment and climate, artificial intelligence, health and medicine, and teaching and learning.
With over 220 international university partnerships across 57 countries and approximately 320 Erasmus+ agreements, Universität Augsburg maintains an active international profile. Its motto is "Scientia et Conscientia" (Science and Conscience).
Founded 1970 as a Bavarian reform university (Reformuniversität); celebrated 50th anniversary in 2020
19,606 students across 8 faculties and 86 degree programmes (WS 2022/23 figures)
Faculty of Medicine established 2016, making Universität Augsburg one of Germany's younger medical faculties
Over 220 international university partnerships in 57+ countries with ~320 Erasmus+ agreements
Compact parkland campus with lake in southern Augsburg; short distances between all facilities
Research focus areas include artificial intelligence, environment/climate, and health - reflected in interdisciplinary degree offerings
Key facts
- Type
- Universitäten
- Founded
- 1970
- Students
- 19,606
- International
- 1,704 international students (8.7% of total enrolment, WS 2022/23)
- Faculties
- 8
- Programmes
- 104
Study programmes
104 accredited degrees at Universität Augsburg, 11 of them taught in English.
Showing 1–24 of 104 programmes
Admissions & fees
What it costs
Universität Augsburg is a Bavarian public university. As of available information, the main per-semester cost is a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) of €181.95, payable to the Free State of Bavaria at enrolment. Bavaria introduced tuition fees for non-EU/EEA students from WS 2025/26 (€3,000/semester for non-EU students at Bavarian state universities - verify current amount on the university's official fees page before publication, as the official page for this specific fee was not accessible during research). Tuition is otherwise not charged for consecutive bachelor's and master's programmes.
Admission requirements
International applicants must hold a foreign higher education entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung) recognised in Germany. Applicants whose qualification is from India, China (including Hong Kong and Macau), or Vietnam must obtain an APS (Akademische Prüfstelle) certificate before applying - this is a German embassy requirement, not university-specific. All applicants with foreign qualifications apply via the university's VIBS online portal. German language proficiency is required for German-taught programmes (recognised certificates: TestDaF, DSH, Goethe, telc, or equivalent); English proficiency tests (TOEFL iBT min. 42 for B1, IELTS min. 4.5 for B1) are accepted where applicable. Specific requirements vary by degree programme and should be confirmed in the individual programme description. For bachelor's programmes, applications with foreign certificates carry an earlier processing deadline (September 17, 2026 for WS 2026/27).
Application deadlines
Deadlines vary by programme type and semester. For Summer Semester 2026: selected master's programmes (e.g. English and American Studies M.A., Materials Science and Engineering M.Sc.) had a deadline of September 10; most master's and doctoral programmes by November 6; remaining programmes by December 3. For Winter Semester: bachelor's applications with foreign certificates have an earlier processing deadline (September 17 cited for WS 2026/27). Applicants should consult the individual degree programme description on the VIBS portal for the exact deadline, as dates differ by programme and admission type.
How international applicants apply
VPD via uni-assist plus the university's own portal. Applicants with foreign school or university certificates apply online in the Universitaet Augsburg VIBS portal and upload an amtlich beglaubigte copies, a Vorpruefungsdokumentation (VPD) from uni-assist issued specifically 'fuer die Universitaet Augsburg' (request early - uni-assist needs 6-8 weeks), APS certificate for China/India/Vietnam, German proof, passport copy and CV. For NC-restricted subjects (including Humanmedizin) applicants must register with hochschulstart first, then apply in VIBS; deadlines: 15 July for NC/EFV programmes, 17 September 2026 for NC-free programmes without Studienkolleg.
Languages of instruction
The majority of degree programmes are taught in German. A Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum) offers language courses - including German - open to all enrolled students. English-language programme availability should be verified per programme in the university's degree catalogue. English proficiency evidence (e.g. TOEFL iBT, IELTS, Cambridge, telc, UNIcert) is accepted for programmes requiring English skills.
Entry requirements, intake dates and language levels differ for every degree.
Scholarships at Universität Augsburg
2 schemes run or administered by the university. Always confirm current amounts and deadlines on the official page.
Deutschlandstipendium at the Universitaet Augsburg
EUR 300 monthly scholarship granted for initially two semesters, each funding period starting 01 October. Half paid by private sup...
Amount: EUR 300/month (EUR 3,600/year)
Deadline: Annual window at the start of the summer semester; 2026/27 round close...
bachelor, master, doctorate
Scholarships for international students (Free State of Bavaria funds)
Grants for international students enrolled at the Universitaet Augsburg who did not obtain a German higher education entrance qual...
Amount: Monthly grant per current award schedule
Deadline: Twice yearly per announcement (current call PDF on the page)
bachelor, master, doctorate
Student accommodation
What Universität Augsburg publishes about housing. German universities do not allocate rooms themselves, so the links below are where applications actually go.
Rooms are allocated by
Studierendenwerk Augsburg
Not by the university. Apply to them directly, and expect a waiting list.
The university's housing page
Deadlines and application forms are published here, and they change every intake.
Open housing pageRoom types mentioned
What that page describes. Availability varies by intake.
From the university
Student housing is available through shared flats (WGs), private apartments, and student halls of residence (Studentenwohnheime), with the university providing guidance on the housing search. The Studentenwerk Augsburg operates social infrastructure (housing, dining, counselling) for students across Augsburg's higher education institutions.
Campuses & locations
Universitätsstraße 2, 86159 Augsburg - compact parkland campus with lake; houses seven of eight faculties
Located separately from the main campus; Faculty of Medicine established 2016
Living in Augsburg
Augsburg is Bavaria's third-largest city (population approximately 300,000), located about 70 km west of Munich and easily reachable by regional train in around 30 minutes. It is one of Germany's oldest cities, founded by the Romans, and is known for its Renaissance architecture, the Fuggerei (world's oldest social housing settlement), and its association with playwright Bertolt Brecht. The city offers a relatively affordable cost of living compared to Munich, a vibrant cultural scene, and good public transport links across the region.
Student life & support
Student housing is available through shared flats (WGs), private apartments, and student halls of residence (Studentenwohnheime), with the university providing guidance on the housing search. The Campus Card serves as the student ID, library card, and public transport ticket. On-campus dining is provided via a refectory and two cafeterias. The university's Language Centre offers language courses including German for all enrolled students. An International Office supports international students and study abroad; incoming students needing help with German-language content are encouraged to contact the International Office directly. The Studentenwerk Augsburg operates social infrastructure (housing, dining, counselling) for students across Augsburg's higher education institutions.
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