The Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg, also known as the University of Oldenburg, is a public university founded in 1973. It is one of the youngest higher education institutions in Germany. With approximately 16,000 students, the university offers a wide range of academic programmes in various disciplines.

The university is located in the city of Oldenburg in Lower Saxony, Germany. It boasts a modern campus that seamlessly blends urban and natural elements. The campus is situated in close proximity to the picturesque Schlossgarten, a historic park that provides a tranquil environment for study and relaxation. The university's facilities are distributed across two main campuses, the Haarentor Campus and the Wechloy Campus, both of which are easily accessible by public transport. The University of Oldenburg is renowned for its interdisciplinary approach to education and research, with a strong focus on sustainability, renewable energy and environmental sciences. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in six faculties: School of Educational and Social Sciences; School of Computing, Business, Economics and Law; School of Linguistics and Cultural Studies; School of Mathematics and Science; School of Medicine and Health Sciences; and School of Humanities and Social Sciences.

In addition to its core academic programmes, the University of Oldenburg has established several specialised research centres and institutes, such as the Centre for Lifelong Learning and the Centre for Renewable Energy Research. These centres foster collaboration between different disciplines and promote innovative research in cutting-edge fields. The university is consistently ranked among the top institutions in Germany for its commitment to sustainability and environmental research. In 2020, the University of Oldenburg was awarded the title of "Eco-University" by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research in recognition of its outstanding efforts to promote sustainable development and environmental awareness.
Notable alumni of the University of Oldenburg include Karoline Linnert, a German politician who served as Deputy Mayor of Bremen, and the University also maintains strong partnerships with various international institutions, offering students opportunities for study abroad programmes and collaborative research projects. The University of Oldenburg is distinguished by its dedication to perpetuating the legacy of Carl von Ossietzky, a German journalist and pacifist who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1935. The university regularly hosts events and conferences focusing on issues of peace, human rights and social justice, reflecting its commitment to fostering a more just and sustainable world.