University of Applied Sciences Jena
The Ernst Abbe University (EAH) Jena was founded in 1991 as the Jena University of Applied Sciences and was thus one of the first in the new federal states. For several years it has not only been Thuringia's largest, but also the most research-intensive university for applied sciences.
Facts about the university
| Ownership | Public, Thuringia |
|---|---|
| City | Jena |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Students | ≈ 4,702 |
| Programmes | 1 programme · 1 master's |
| Tuition fee |
€0 per semester for international students what it consists ofTuition fee of the federal state (Thuringia), international students€0 Semester contribution€237.37
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
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| Semester contribution | €237.37 per semester |
| Application | Via uni-assist; master's until 15.07 |
| Campuses | Ernst-Abbe-Fachhochschule Jena Campus |
| Studienkolleg | Staatliches Studienkolleg Nordhausen |
About the university
Currently 4,550 young people are studying with us in bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering, business administration and health and social sciences. According to the slogan: “Innovation for quality of life – health, precision, sustainability & networking” we strive for interdisciplinary cooperation in teaching and research. The university offers its students an innovative and scientifically sound degree high practical relevance.
The intensive research and development of EAH Jena contributes to a large extent to strengthening the Thuringian technology potential. In particular, the master’s courses are linked to key research areas.
EAH Jena cooperates with numerous universities worldwide. The proportion of exchange students is increasing continuously. Lecturers also work temporarily at universities in Europe, Asia and Africa. This development is specifically promoted through numerous cooperation agreements.
The close cooperation with companies, institutions and associations ensures practical training. Most theses are written in collaboration with the partners. Our university has close regional ties and is internationally oriented. It actively uses its extensive networks with science, business and society and has a very good reputation.
Unique selling points of EAH Jena:
- practice-oriented and innovative courses in the fields of technology, economics, social affairs and health
- interdisciplinary and sustainable cooperation between teaching and research
- Currently the largest and most research-intensive university for applied sciences in Thuringia
- Excellent networking with science, business and society
- family campus
Main research areas of EAH Jena:
- Precision Systems
- Technologies and materials
- Health and Sustainability
EAH Jena slogan:
“Innovation for quality of life – health, precision, sustainability & networking”
Faculties
The faculty determines the campus, the language of its programmes and the admission committee that evaluates your grades. Requirements can differ between faculties of the same university.
Studienkolleg
If your school certificate does not give direct admission, you first go to a Studienkolleg and pass the Feststellungsprüfung — it is recognised by every university. The colleges listed here are this university's partners.
Programmes
1 programme →How to apply
The general procedure is the same for all programmes of the university; the required grade, language and additional requirements are on the page of each programme.
- 1Check your school-leaving certificateDirect admission, admission after a year at a university at home, or Studienkolleg first — it depends on your country and certificate.
- 2Application via uni-assistmaster's until 15.07. Deadlines differ between programmes — check the programme page.
- 3Admission, visa, movingPlan 2–3 months for the visa and the blocked account — start them in parallel with the application.
What it costs to study
| Tuition fee | €0 per semester for international students |
|---|---|
| Tuition fee of the federal state (Thuringia), international students | €0 |
| Semester contribution | €237.37 |
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Campuses
About the campuses in detail →A programme is tied to a campus — when looking for housing, go by the campus, not by the university's main address.
Studying in Jena: housing, transport, costs →If you don't meet the requirements yet
Two typical stops: a school certificate without direct admission and German below the required level. Both can be solved within a year, but plan them before you apply, not after a rejection.
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