University of Wuppertal Study Programs
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University of Wuppertal: List of all study programs (2026/27)

The University of Wuppertal, officially known as Bergische UniversitÀt Wuppertal (BUW), is a prominent public research university founded in 1972. With over 20,000 enrolled students, it is one of the largest universities in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Located in the city of Wuppertal, the university's three campuses - Grifflenberg (main campus), Freudenberg and Haspel - offer a unique urban setting that combines modern facilities with historic architecture.

The University of Wuppertal offers a wide range of academic programs in a variety of disciplines, including the humanities, social sciences, business, mathematics, natural sciences, engineering, design and education. It is particularly renowned for its unique and interdisciplinary programs, such as Safety Engineering and Industrial Design, which are not offered at any other German university.

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Quick Facts
Type
University (public)
of international students
12%
No. of students (2025)
20,724
Term model
Semester

Study Programs at University of Wuppertal: Overview

Intake

41%
Winter Semester
59%
Both Semesters
Application Deadlines

Language of Instruction

2%
English only
3%
English & German
89%
German only
1%
German (and some English)
5%
German & other language

Numerus Clausus

Tuition fees

GermanyEU Germans & EU Students
World Non-EU Students
98%
tuition-free
2%
with tuition

University of Wuppertal: All Study Programs

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