Jacobs University is a private, research-oriented, state-accredited university with a broad portfolio of pre-degree, undergraduate and graduate study programs from the natural and social sciences, engineering, and economics. We attract highly talented and open-minded students from every corner of the world to our beautiful residential campus in Bremen, Germany. At Jacobs University, all programs are taught in English, and classes are small and interactive. Professors follow a trans-disciplinary approach, addressing issues from multiple perspectives in addition to acting as personal mentors and academic advisors. Students are actively involved in research from their first year of study. Extensive extracurricular activities support and strengthen our students’ personal development.
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We have developed our academic preparatory program, the International Foundation Year, to provide you with tailored academic and personal support for your individual development and prepare you for the challenges of university-level study. In addition to building your academic knowledge and skills, the program will boost your confidence and provide you with essential lifelong soft, professional, and personal skills.
Browse our top-ranked programs. At Jacobs University, all programs are taught in English, and classes are small and interactive. Professors follow a trans-disciplinary approach, addressing issues from multiple perspectives in addition to acting as personal mentors and academic advisors. Students are actively involved in research from their first year of study.
Graduate education at Jacobs University offers an excellent research-driven education experience across disciplines. Students thereby benefit from the university’s focus on research. They are encouraged to involve in real-life projects from early on, thus being prepared for successful global career paths in industry, politics, society or science. Completion of these programs leads to a Master of Arts (MA) degree, a Master of Science (MSc) degree
As a research univeristy, Jacobs University offers a lot of opportunities to research in different fields and obtain a PhD degree. The projects are usually advertised as paid positions and to be found on our jobs listing.
“Jacobs is a place of wonder. People live in harmony here despite conflicts between their countries or religions.“
