University of Duisburg-Essen

The University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) is a public research university located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Established in 2003 through the merger of the Gerhard Mercator University of Duisburg and the University of Essen, UDE has a rich history that dates back to 1566. The university serves approximately 40,000 students across 12 departments, offering a wide range of academic programs in fields such as engineering, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. UDE is recognized for its strong science and engineering programs, ranking among the top 10 in Germany, and its humanities programs are also highly regarded. The university emphasizes interdisciplinary research and has seen significant growth in research funding, increasing by 150% since 2014. UDE collaborates with various partners in academia, industry, and government, and is a member of the University Alliance Ruhr, which enhances its collaborative research and educational opportunities.