With its modern and successful profile, the university ties in with the university tradition of the city of Paderborn. In 1614 the first Westphalian university - with a theological and a philosophical faculty - was founded by the prince bishop Dietrich von Fürstenberg in Paderborn, which was continued after the secularization in the state of Prussia as a church university.
We offer 63 degree programs at bachelor and master level. Additionally, teacher education programs play an important role in Paderborn.
Not only our key research areas are recognised for their excellent and innovative research. Our 255 professors and their research staff in five faculties are the backbone of multifaceted and outstanding research activities.
The Central Student Advisory Service of the University of Paderborn advises prospective students and students on all matters relating to their studies. We offer the following contact points:
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Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsThe Central University Administration of the University of Paderborn is responsible for the administrative, legal and planning duties of the university, and ensures the most efficient use of available resources. We aim to balance the legal framework and regulations with the interests of research and education, providing the necessary basis for a successful academic operation.
With over 20,300 students, 255 professors and a library that is open 350 days a year, our compact campus university provides a friendly, green, connected environment with excellent services for student life.
In order to accommodate items which may not be taken into the book and reading areas (eg bags, rucksacks) in accordance with § 5 of the Library Regulations, 708 lockers in different sizes are available in the entrance area of the library for safekeeping.
The working group Healthy University sees itself as a steering committee, which consists of institutions and areas of the university, which deal in a direct, but also in the broader sense with the topic of health in the setting university.
With over 20,300 students, 255 professors and a library that is open 350 days a year, our compact campus university provides a friendly, green, connected environment with excellent services for student life.
The Paderborn student group Eurobiz works on the orientation program together with the International Office and organizes most excursions. Many of the Eurobiz members are volunteers who have studied abroad themselves or plan to stay abroad. They very much enjoy assisting the exchange students in Paderborn and organizing community undertakings. Eurobiz offers all of the following:Sporting events (soccer, volleyball, etc.), parties, and other free time activities (bbqs, etc.)
The General Student Committee (AStA) is an organ of the written student body. He represents the student body, implements the resolutions of the Student Parliament (StuPa) and carries out the day-to-day administration of the student body. The AStA consists of the Chair, the Vice Chair and the Speaker. Below you will find information about all current papers.
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Nice university with high standards, excellent facilities, qualified staff and faculty. One of the best in Germany. It was a great and challenging experience
I am about to start my study in Paderborn University. But my own research about this university makes me feel that I am going enjoy my study at this university.
