The University of Göttingen is an internationally renowned research university with a long-standing tradition. Founded in 1737 during the Age of Enlightenment, the university is committed to the values of democracy, tolerance, and justice, as well as the social responsibility of science. With 13 faculties, the university covers a broad spectrum of disciplines in the natural sciences, humanities, social sciences, and medicine, serving approximately 28,000 students enrolled in over 210 degree programmes.
The largest faculty is the Faculty of Philosophy, with 90 professorships, over 4,000 students, and more than 40 study subjects offering over 300 combination possibilities. It consistently achieves top positions in national and international rankings. The faculty owes its vibrant international atmosphere to its community of over 500 international students, doctoral candidates, and visiting scholars. Furthermore, a wide array of European and non-European philologies, along with numerous international collaborations in teaching and research, contribute significantly to its global profile.
