RWTH Aachen University

Founded in 1870, RWTH Aachen University boasts an outstanding reputation in research and industry. Initially, the university had nine departments: mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, pharmacy, civil engineering, surveying, mechanical engineering and metallurgy. Since its inception, teaching at the university has been structured on par with other universities. RWTH Aachen University is committed to a sustainable, interactive transfer of innovation and technology that extends far beyond the Aachen region. The university will continue to constantly optimize excellent teaching, including teaching methods and crucial reflected agility with research activities. RWTH Aachen Campus is being developed in close cooperation with industry and is set to form one of the largest research parks in Europe. Students and employees of RWTH Aachen will benefit equally from these developments and are expressly invited to get involved in shaping the individual initiatives.