Universität Leipzig
Leipzig, Germany • Founded 1409 • World Rank #374
Overview
Established in 1409, the Universität Leipzig (Leipzig University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Leipzig (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Saxony.
Officially recognized by the Sächsisches Staatsministerium für Wissenschaft und Kunst (Saxon State Ministry of Science and Culture), Universität Leipzig is a large-sized coeducational German higher education institution. Universität Leipzig offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
This 614-year-old German higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Universität Leipzig also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
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Academic Details
These figures give a quick read on Universität Leipzig's scale, staffing levels, and academic standing. Use them to ground decisions about programme fit and institutional capacity.
Academic Structures
Universität Leipzig delivers teaching through the academic units below — useful for orienting yourself before reading individual programmes. Each unit operates with a degree of academic autonomy.
Unit 14 items
- Faculty of Biosciences, Pharmacy and Psychology
- Faculty of Chemistry and Mineralogy
- Faculty of Economics and Management
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of History, Art and Oriental Studies
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Philology
- Faculty of Physics and Earth Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences and Philosophy
- Faculty of Sports Science
- Faculty of Theology
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
Degrees
Also Certificate; State Examination (Staatsexam) in Pharmacy and Teacher Training (Lehramt)
Bachelor's 57 programs
Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.
- African Languages
- African Studies
- American Studies
- Ancient Civilizations
- Arabic
- Archaeology
- Art Education
- Art History
- Arts and Humanities
- Asian Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Business Computing
- Business Education
- Chemistry
- Chinese
- Communication Studies
- Computer Science
- Cultural Studies
- Czech
- East Asian Studies
- Eastern European Studies
- Economics
- English
- English Studies
- Ethnology
- European Studies
- Geography
- German
- Germanic Studies
- Greek (Classical)
- Hindi
- History
- History of Religion
- Islamic Studies
- Japanese
- Latin
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Media Studies
- Meteorology
- Mongolian
- Music
- Oriental Studies
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Sciences
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
- Romance Languages
- Slavic Languages
- South Asian Studies
- Sports
- Sports Management
- Theatre
- Tibetan
- Translation and Interpretation
Master's 82 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- African Studies
- American Studies
- Ancient Civilizations
- Arabic
- Archaeology
- Art Education
- Art History
- Arts and Humanities
- Asian Studies
- Bilingual and Bicultural Education
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Business Administration
- Business Computing
- Business Education
- Chemistry
- Classical Languages
- Communication Studies
- Computer Science
- Cultural Studies
- Data Processing
- Earth Sciences
- East Asian Studies
- Eastern European Studies
- Ecology
- Economics
- English
- English Studies
- Environmental Studies
- Ethnology
- European Studies
- European Union Law
- Geography
- Geography (Human)
- German
- Germanic Studies
- Hindi
- History
- History of Religion
- Insurance
- International Economics
- International Studies
- Islamic Studies
- Japanese
- Journalism
- Law
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Logic
- Management
- Mass Communication
- Mathematics
- Media Studies
- Medicine
- Meteorology
- Mineralogy
- Mongolian
- Musicology
- Oriental Studies
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Sciences
- Preschool Education
- Private Law
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Rehabilitation and Therapy
- Religion
- Romanian
- Slavic Languages
- Small Business
- Sociology
- South Asian Studies
- Sports
- Sports Management
- Theatre
- Theology
- Tibetan
- Translation and Interpretation
- Writing
Doctoral 22 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Arts and Humanities
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Chemistry
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Sciences
- History
- Law
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Medicine
- Mineralogy
- Oriental Studies
- Pharmacy
- Philology
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Sports
- Theology
- Veterinary Science
Other 3 programs
- Business and Commerce
- Mathematics
- Protestant Theology
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Sächsisches Staatsministerium für Wissenschaft und Kunst.
Biology, Pharmacy and Psychology (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biochemistry
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biology
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacy
- Psychology
Common Career Paths
- Pharmacist
- Clinical Pharmacist
- Pharmaceutical Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Chemistry and Mineralogy (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chemistry
- Crystallography
- Mineralogy
Common Career Paths
- Chemist
- Lab Researcher
- Quality Control Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Economics and Management (including Civil Engineering) (Faculty) 13 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Building Technologies
- Business Administration
- Business and Commerce
- Business Computing
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Engineering
- Economics
- Finance
- Industrial Engineering
- Management
- Real Estate
- Statistics
Common Career Paths
- Civil Engineer
- Construction Project Manager
- Structural Engineer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education (Faculty) 9 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Adult Education
- Curriculum
- Education
- Education of the Handicapped
- Educational Psychology
- Educational Sciences
- Primary Education
- Secondary Education
- Special Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
History, Art and Oriental Studies (Faculty) 14 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- African Studies
- Arabic
- Archaeology
- Art History
- Asian Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Ethnology
- Fine Arts
- History
- Music
- Musicology
- Oriental Studies
- Religious Studies
- Theatre
Law (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Mathematics and Computer Science (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
Common Career Paths
- Software Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Systems Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Medicine (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biochemistry
- Epidemiology
- Forensic Medicine and Dentistry
- Genetics
- Medicine
- Occupational Health
- Physiology
- Virology
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Philology (Faculty) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- American Studies
- Classical Languages
- Comparative Literature
- English Studies
- German
- Germanic Studies
- Linguistics
- Modern Languages
- Philology
- Romance Languages
- Slavic Languages
- Translation and Interpretation
Physics and Earth Sciences (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Earth Sciences
- Geography
- Geology
- Geophysics
- Meteorology
- Paleontology
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Physicist
- Research Scientist
- Data Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Social Sciences and Philosophy (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Ethics
- Journalism
- Logic
- Media Studies
- Philosophy
- Political Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Policy Analyst
- Social Worker
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Sports Science (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Physical Education
- Rehabilitation and Therapy
- Sports
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Theology (Faculty) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Religious Education
- Theology
Common Career Paths
- Religious Educator
- Pastoral Counsellor
- Faith Community Leader
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Veterinary Science (Faculty) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Veterinary Science
Common Career Paths
- Veterinarian
- Animal Health Specialist
- Wildlife Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
Universität Leipzig's current programme offering broken down by degree level. Curriculum revisions happen periodically; check the version year on each programme page if accreditation portability matters.
Bachelor's Degree
56 programmes
Browse 56 programmes at Universität Leipzig for undergraduate entry. Each combines core theory with the credits needed to progress toward honours or a master's.
Biologie Biologie Bachelor of Science Biological Sciences
Chemie Chemie Bachelor of Science Chemistry
Biochemie Biochemie Bachelor of Science Chemistry
Meteorologie Meteorologie Bachelor of Science Earth Sciences & Geology
Geographie Geographie Bachelor of Science Earth Sciences & Geology
Informatik Informatik Bachelor of Science Computer Sciences
Digital Humanities Digital Humanities Bachelor of Science Computer Sciences
Mathematik Mathematik Bachelor of Science Mathematics
Physik Physik Bachelor of Science Physics & Astronomy
International Physics Studies Program (IPSP) International Physics Studies Program (IPSP) Bachelor of Science Physics & Astronomy
Hebammenkunde Hebammenkunde Bachelor of Science Health Sciences
Psychologie Psychologie Bachelor of Science Psychology
Sportwissenschaft: Bewegung-Training-Leistung Sportwissenschaft: Bewegung-Training-Leistung Bachelor of Science Sport and Exercise Science
Bewegung - Gesundheit - Rehabilitation Bewegung - Gesundheit - Rehabilitation Bachelor of Science Sport and Exercise Science
Sportmanagement Sportmanagement Bachelor of Science Tourism & Leisure
Wirtschaftsinformatik (Business Information Systems) Wirtschaftsinformatik (Business Information Systems) Bachelor of Science Information Systems & Technology
Wirtschaftswissenschaften (Economics and Management Science) Wirtschaftswissenschaften (Economics and Management Science) Bachelor of Science Economics
Politikwissenschaft Politikwissenschaft Bachelor of Arts Politics & International Relations
Soziologie Soziologie Bachelor of Arts Social & Cultural Studies
Archäologie, Sprachen und Geschichte Früher Kulturen Archäologie, Sprachen und Geschichte Früher Kulturen Bachelor of Arts Classical Studies & Ancient History
Ägyptologie Ägyptologie Bachelor of Arts Classical Studies & Ancient History
Altorientalistik Altorientalistik Bachelor of Arts Classical Studies & Ancient History
Anglistik Anglistik Bachelor of Arts English Language Studies
Amerikastudien (American Studies) Amerikastudien (American Studies) Bachelor of Arts English Language Studies
Arabistik und Islamwissenschaft Arabistik und Islamwissenschaft Bachelor of Arts Area Studies
Afrikastudien Afrikastudien Bachelor of Arts Area Studies
Sinologie Sinologie Bachelor of Arts Area Studies
Japanologie Japanologie Bachelor of Arts Area Studies
Germanistik Germanistik Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Deutsch-Französisch: Sprache, Literatur und Kultur Deutsch-Französisch: Sprache, Literatur und Kultur Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Deutsch als Fremd- und Zweitsprache Deutsch als Fremd- und Zweitsprache Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Geschichte Geschichte Bachelor of Arts History
Judentum in Tradition und Gegenwart Judentum in Tradition und Gegenwart Bachelor of Arts Area Studies
Interkulturelle Kommunikation und Translation Tschechisch-Deutsch Interkulturelle Kommunikation und Translation Tschechisch-Deutsch Bachelor of Arts Communication Studies
Kommunikations- und Medienwissenschaft Kommunikations- und Medienwissenschaft Bachelor of Arts Communication Studies
Kulturwissenschaften Kulturwissenschaften Bachelor of Arts Social & Cultural Studies
Sozial- und Kulturanthropologie Sozial- und Kulturanthropologie Bachelor of Arts Social & Cultural Studies
Philosophie Philosophie Bachelor of Arts Philosophy & Ethics
Religionswissenschaft Religionswissenschaft Bachelor of Arts Philosophy & Ethics
Kulturen Südasiens und Tibets Kulturen Südasiens und Tibets Bachelor of Arts Area Studies
Romanische Studien - Spanisch Romanische Studien - Spanisch Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Romanische Studien - Italienisch Romanische Studien - Italienisch Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Romanische Studien - Französisch Romanische Studien - Französisch Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Romanische Studien - Portugiesisch Romanische Studien - Portugiesisch Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Sorabistik Sorabistik Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Westslawische Sprachen, Literaturen und Kulturen Westslawische Sprachen, Literaturen und Kulturen Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Ostslawische Sprachen, Literaturen und Kulturen Ostslawische Sprachen, Literaturen und Kulturen Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Translation Translation Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Linguistik Linguistik Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Europäische Minderheitensprachen Europäische Minderheitensprachen Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Literarisches Schreiben Literarisches Schreiben Bachelor of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Griechisch-Lateinische Philologie Griechisch-Lateinische Philologie Bachelor of Arts Classical Studies & Ancient History
Kunstgeschichte Kunstgeschichte Bachelor of Arts Visual Arts
Kunstpädagogik Kunstpädagogik Bachelor of Arts Visual Arts
Musikwissenschaft Musikwissenschaft Bachelor of Arts Music
Theaterwissenschaft transdisziplinär Theaterwissenschaft transdisziplinär Bachelor of Arts Performing Arts
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Master's Degree
85 programmes
Universität Leipzig offers 85 programmes at master's level — postgraduate programmes that deepen a specialism, usually over one to two years after a bachelor's degree.
Medizinisches Labor Medizinisches Labor Master of Science Chemical Engineering
Sustainable Development Sustainable Development Master of Science Energy Engineering
Evolutionary Anthropology Evolutionary Anthropology Master of Science Biological Sciences
Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution Biodiversity, Ecology and Evolution Master of Science Biological Sciences
Neuroscience and Behavioural Biology Neuroscience and Behavioural Biology Master of Science Biological Sciences
Chemie Chemie Master of Science Chemistry
Advanced Spectroscopy in Chemistry Advanced Spectroscopy in Chemistry Master of Science Chemistry
Structural Chemistry and Spectroscopy Structural Chemistry and Spectroscopy Master of Science Chemistry
Biochemie Biochemie Master of Science Chemistry
Earth System Data Science and Remote Sensing Earth System Data Science and Remote Sensing Master of Science Earth Sciences & Geology
Wirtschafts- und Sozialgeographie mit dem Schwerpunkt städtische Räume Wirtschafts- und Sozialgeographie mit dem Schwerpunkt städtische Räume Master of Science Earth Sciences & Geology
Physische Geographie: Umweltwandel und Naturgefahren Physische Geographie: Umweltwandel und Naturgefahren Master of Science Earth Sciences & Geology
Meteorology Meteorology Master of Science Earth Sciences & Geology
Informatik Informatik Master of Science Computer Sciences
Medizininformatik Medizininformatik Master of Science Computer Sciences
Data Science Data Science Master of Science Computer Sciences
Bioinformatik Bioinformatik Master of Science Computer Sciences
Digital Humanities Digital Humanities Master of Science Computer Sciences
Mathematics Mathematics Master of Science Mathematics
Physics Physics Master of Science Physics & Astronomy
Mathematical Physics Mathematical Physics Master of Science Physics & Astronomy
International Physics Studies Program (IPSP) International Physics Studies Program (IPSP) Master of Science Physics & Astronomy
Clinical Research and Translational Medicine Clinical Research and Translational Medicine Master of Science Health Sciences
Child Development and Intervention Child Development and Intervention Master of Science Psychology
Sport & Exercise Psychology Sport & Exercise Psychology Master of Science (Doppelmaster) Psychology
Psychologie mit dem Schwerpunkt Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie Psychologie mit dem Schwerpunkt Klinische Psychologie und Psychotherapie Master of Science Psychology
Psychologie mit dem Schwerpunkt Gehirn und Verhalten Psychologie mit dem Schwerpunkt Gehirn und Verhalten Master of Science Psychology
Psychologie mit dem Schwerpunkt Arbeit, Bildung und Gesellschaft Psychologie mit dem Schwerpunkt Arbeit, Bildung und Gesellschaft Master of Science Psychology
Sportwissenschaft - Diagnostik und Intervention im Leistungssport Sportwissenschaft - Diagnostik und Intervention im Leistungssport Master of Science Sport and Exercise Science
Sportwissenschaft - Prävention und Rehabilitation Sportwissenschaft - Prävention und Rehabilitation Master of Science Sport and Exercise Science
Betriebswirtschaftslehre (Management Science) Betriebswirtschaftslehre (Management Science) Master of Science Business Administration
Small Enterprise Promotion and Training (SEPT) Small Enterprise Promotion and Training (SEPT) Master of Business Administration Business Administration
Economics Economics Master of Science Business Administration
Versicherungsmanagement Versicherungsmanagement Master of Business Administration Finance, Banking & Insurance
Quantitative Economics for Sustainability (QuESt) Quantitative Economics for Sustainability (QuESt) Master of Science Management & Leadership
Wirtschaftsinformatik (Business Information Systems) Wirtschaftsinformatik (Business Information Systems) Master of Science Information Systems & Technology
European Financial Markets and Institutions European Financial Markets and Institutions Master of Science Economics
Volkswirtschaftslehre (Economics) Volkswirtschaftslehre (Economics) Master of Science Economics
Politikwissenschaft Politikwissenschaft Master of Arts Politics & International Relations
Global Studies Global Studies Master of Arts Politics & International Relations
Soziologie Soziologie Master of Arts Social & Cultural Studies
Begabungsforschung und Kompetenzentwicklung Begabungsforschung und Kompetenzentwicklung Master of Arts Education & Teaching
Wirtschaftspädagogik (Business Education and Management Training) Wirtschaftspädagogik (Business Education and Management Training) Master of Science Education & Teaching
Professionalisierung frühkindlicher Bildung Professionalisierung frühkindlicher Bildung Master of Arts Education & Teaching
Altorientalistik Altorientalistik Master of Arts Classical Studies & Ancient History
Klassische Antike. Geschichte und Literatur Klassische Antike. Geschichte und Literatur Master of Arts Classical Studies & Ancient History
Mensch - Umwelt - Archäologie Mensch - Umwelt - Archäologie Master of Arts Classical Studies & Ancient History
Ägyptologie Ägyptologie Master of Arts Classical Studies & Ancient History
Amerikastudien (American Studies) Amerikastudien (American Studies) Master of Arts English Language Studies
Global British Studies Global British Studies Master of Arts English Language Studies
Afrikastudien/African Studies Afrikastudien/African Studies Master of Arts Area Studies
Japan in the Asia-Pacific Japan in the Asia-Pacific Master of Arts Area Studies
Arabistik und Islamwissenschaft Arabistik und Islamwissenschaft Master of Arts Area Studies
Chinese Studies Chinese Studies Master of Arts Area Studies
Deutsch als Fremd- und Zweitsprache Deutsch als Fremd- und Zweitsprache Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Germanistik Germanistik Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Deutsch als Fremdsprache im brasilianisch-deutschen Kontext Deutsch als Fremdsprache im brasilianisch-deutschen Kontext Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Deutsch als Fremdsprache im arabisch-deutschen Kontext Deutsch als Fremdsprache im arabisch-deutschen Kontext Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Deutsch als Fremdsprache im mexikanisch-deutschen Kontext Deutsch als Fremdsprache im mexikanisch-deutschen Kontext Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Deutsch als Fremd- und Zweitsprache im vietnamesisch-deutschen Kontext Deutsch als Fremd- und Zweitsprache im vietnamesisch-deutschen Kontext Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Geschichte: Vertiefen - Forschen - Anwenden Geschichte: Vertiefen - Forschen - Anwenden Master of Arts History
Digitale Kommunikation, Medienkulturen und Medienkompetenzen Digitale Kommunikation, Medienkulturen und Medienkompetenzen Master of Arts Communication Studies
Communication Management Communication Management Master of Arts Communication Studies
Journalismus Journalismus Master of Science Communication Studies
Ethnologie Ethnologie Master of Arts Social & Cultural Studies
Kulturwissenschaften Kulturwissenschaften Master of Arts Social & Cultural Studies
Buddhist Studies and Contemplative Traditions Buddhist Studies and Contemplative Traditions Master of Arts Social & Cultural Studies
Philosophy Philosophy Master of Arts Philosophy & Ethics
Religion and the Secular: Traditions and Transformations Religion and the Secular: Traditions and Transformations Master of Arts Philosophy & Ethics
Theologie, evangelische Theologie, evangelische Diplom Philosophy & Ethics
European Studies European Studies Master of Arts Area Studies
Romanische Studien Romanische Studien Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Slawistik Slawistik Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Sorabistik Sorabistik Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Slavia Litteraria Europaea Slavia Litteraria Europaea Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Niedersorbisch Niedersorbisch Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Konferenzdolmetschen Konferenzdolmetschen Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Literarisches Schreiben Literarisches Schreiben Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Konferenzdolmetschen Arabisch Konferenzdolmetschen Arabisch Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Linguistik (Linguistics) Linguistik (Linguistics) Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Translatologie Translatologie Master of Arts Linguistics & Language Studies
Kunstpädagogik Kunstpädagogik Master of Arts Visual Arts
Kunstgeschichte Kunstgeschichte Master of Arts Visual Arts
Musikwissenschaft Musikwissenschaft Master of Arts Music
Theaterwissenschaft transkulturell - Geschichte, Theorie, Praxis Theaterwissenschaft transkulturell - Geschichte, Theorie, Praxis Master of Arts Performing Arts
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Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
58 programmes
Universität Leipzig lists 58 programmes outside the standard bachelor-to-doctorate ladder — vocational and pathway awards that often carry credit toward a later full degree.
Biologie Biologie Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Biological Sciences
Chemie Chemie Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Chemistry
Pharmazie Pharmazie Staatsexamen Chemistry
Informatik Informatik Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen Computer Sciences
Mathematik Mathematik Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Mathematics
Physik Höheres Physik Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Physics & Astronomy
Physik Physik Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Physics & Astronomy
Medizin Medizin Staatsexamen Medicine
Zahnmedizin Zahnmedizin Staatsexamen Medicine
Veterinärmedizin Veterinärmedizin Staatsexamen Medicine
Sport Sport Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen Sport and Exercise Science
Rechtswissenschaft Rechtswissenschaft Staatsexamen Law
Sport Höheres Sport Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Deutsch Höheres Deutsch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Polnisch Höheres Polnisch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Musik Musik Lehramt an Grundschulen Education & Teaching
Wirtschaft und Verwaltung Wirtschaft und Verwaltung Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen Education & Teaching
Ethik/Philosophie Ethik/Philosophie Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen Education & Teaching
Grundschuldidaktik ( Grundschuldidaktik (Lehramt) Lehramt an Grundschulen Education & Teaching
Tschechisch Höheres Tschechisch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Lernen (Förderschwerpunkt) Lernen (Förderschwerpunkt) Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Education & Teaching
Evangelische Religion Evangelische Religion Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen Education & Teaching
Gemeinschaftskunde/Rechtserziehung Gemeinschaftskunde/Rechtserziehung Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen Education & Teaching
Gemeinschaftskunde/ Rechtserziehung/ Wirtschaft Höheres Gemeinschaftskunde/ Rechtserziehung/ Wirtschaft Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Deutsch Deutsch Lehramt an Oberschulen Education & Teaching
Tschechisch Tschechisch Lehramt an Oberschulen Education & Teaching
Russisch Russisch Lehramt an Oberschulen Education & Teaching
Informatik Höheres Informatik Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Kunst Höheres Kunst Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Geschichte Geschichte Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen Education & Teaching
Geistige Entwicklung (Förderschwerpunkt) Geistige Entwicklung (Förderschwerpunkt) Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Education & Teaching
Chemie Höheres Chemie Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Griechisch Höheres Griechisch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Musik Höheres Musik Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Körperliche und motorische Entwicklung (Förderschwerpunkt) Körperliche und motorische Entwicklung (Förderschwerpunkt) Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Education & Teaching
Sorbisch Sorbisch Lehramt an Grundschulen Education & Teaching
Evangelische Religion Höheres Evangelische Religion Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Kunst Kunst Lehramt an Oberschulen Education & Teaching
Sorbisch Höheres Sorbisch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Latein Höheres Latein Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Wirtschaft/Technik/Haushalt/Soziales Wirtschaft/Technik/Haushalt/Soziales Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Education & Teaching
Italienisch Höheres Italienisch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Englisch Englisch Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Education & Teaching
Gesundheit und Pflege Gesundheit und Pflege Lehramt an berufsbildenden Schulen Education & Teaching
Ethik/Philosophie Höheres Ethik/Philosophie Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Biologie Höheres Biologie Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Mathematik Höheres Mathematik Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Sprache (Förderschwerpunkt) Sprache (Förderschwerpunkt) Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Education & Teaching
Emotionale und soziale Entwicklung (Förderschwerpunkt) Emotionale und soziale Entwicklung (Förderschwerpunkt) Lehramt Sonderpädagogik Education & Teaching
Polnisch Polnisch Lehramt an Oberschulen Education & Teaching
Englisch Höheres Englisch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Spanisch Spanisch Lehramt an Oberschulen Education & Teaching
Deutsch als Zweitsprache Deutsch als Zweitsprache Staatsexamen Education & Teaching
Französisch Französisch Lehramt an Oberschulen Education & Teaching
Spanisch Höheres Spanisch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Russisch Höheres Russisch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Französisch Höheres Französisch Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
Geschichte Höheres Geschichte Höheres Lehramt an Gymnasien Education & Teaching
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How to apply to Universität Leipzig
Below is a five-step path through the application process at Universität Leipzig, useful for first-time applicants and international students.
- 1 Find a programme that fits your goals
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Universität Leipzig offers 199 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
- 2 Confirm you meet the requirements
Each programme at Universität Leipzig has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
- 3 Assemble your application package
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
- 4 Submit your application
Apply directly via Universität Leipzig's online portal at www.uni-leipzig.de. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
- 5 Contact admissions and follow up
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Reach the institution by phone at +49 (341) 97 108. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Universität Leipzig
Quick reference for Universität Leipzig: founding, control type, student body, rankings, and recognition status in one place.
When was Universität Leipzig founded?
Universität Leipzig was established in 1409 (approximately 617 years ago).
In which city is Universität Leipzig?
Universität Leipzig is based in Leipzig, Germany.
Is Universität Leipzig public or private?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How many students study at Universität Leipzig?
Universität Leipzig has approximately 25,000-29,999 students.
What is Universität Leipzig's ranking?
Universität Leipzig is ranked #374 globally and #20 in Germany.
What programmes are available at Universität Leipzig?
Universität Leipzig delivers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.
How many faculties does Universität Leipzig have?
The institution comprises 14 academic units.
Who recognises Universität Leipzig?
Yes, Universität Leipzig is recognised by Sächsisches Staatsministerium für Wissenschaft und Kunst.
Where can I learn more about Universität Leipzig?
The institution's website is www.uni-leipzig.de.
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