Higher Education and Research

Psychology professor Jule Specht is active on research and science policy issues – and calls for greater gender equality.

Here you can find out who actively supports equal opportunity for women in German research.

Women are increasingly assuming leadership positions in German research. However, the statistics show there is still room for improvement.

Five outstanding female researchers and their links with Germany

Faith Osier, a malaria researcher from Kenya, talks about her work and career opportunities in Germany.

Dr. Katja Lasch, Head of the New Delhi DAAD office, explains why more and more Indian students are choosing to study in Germany.

ESA is to invest €14.4 billion ($15.8 billion) in space exploration until 2022.

How do you build and steer rockets, aircraft, engines, satellites? Discover how by studying aerospace technology.

„Actually, I came to Germany with an Erasmus scholarship, but I’ve found myself in Bayreuth. So I decided to finish my studies here and start a new life.“

Alumniportal Deutschland:
„Why is Germany so popular among international students as a location for science and research? Dr Jan Kercher, DAAD, has the answers."

Goethe Institut:
„The EU Erasmus program makes it easier for students to spend a semester abroad. This also benefits many cities. “

The most important facts about Germany’s Universities of Excellence – and why other universities are also outstanding.