University of Wuppertal
Wuppertal, Germany • THE 2025 #501-600
Updated Oct 2026 · Source: uni-wuppertal.de
Overview
The University of Wuppertal, known in German as the Bergische Universität Wuppertal, is a public university in North Rhine-Westphalia.
It is organised into eight faculties and a School of Education that coordinates teacher training, alongside an Institute for Educational Research. The faculties cover the humanities and cultural studies, human and social sciences, economics, mathematics and natural sciences, architecture and civil engineering, electrical, information and media engineering, mechanical engineering and safety engineering, and design and art.
The economics faculty trades internationally as the Schumpeter School of Business and Economics. Degree programmes range from Bachelor's and Master's courses in engineering, transport economics and business to artistic Master's programmes such as Public Interest Design, and teacher-education pathways leading to the Master of Education.
Prospective students apply through the central Student Registry (Studierendensekretariat), which handles applications and enrolment.
Many Master's programmes admit students for both the winter semester in October and the summer semester in April, while most Bachelor's programmes start in the winter semester. Applicants holding a foreign degree typically apply through the uni-assist service.
Support for new students includes the central study advisory service, the library, the Studierendenwerk student services, and orientation programmes that help with the start of studies.
Location & Contact
University of Wuppertal's campus location, postal address, and admissions contact channels are below.
Academic Details
The numbers behind University of Wuppertal: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.
Academic Structures
University of Wuppertal's academic structure — schools, colleges, and divisions — is listed below.
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- Faculty of Architecture and Civil Engineering
- Faculty of Design and Art
- Faculty of Economics (Schumpeter School of Business and Economics)
- Faculty of Electrical, Information and Media Engineering
- Faculty of Human and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Humanities and Cultural Studies
- Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Safety Engineering
- School of Education
Degrees
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Bachelor's 47 programs
- American Studies
- Architecture
- Biology
- Building Technologies
- Business and Commerce
- Catholic Theology
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Design
- Economics
- Educational Sciences
- Electrical Engineering
- English
- English Studies
- Fine Arts
- French
- Geography
- German
- Germanic Studies
- Health Administration
- History
- Industrial Design
- Information Technology
- Interior Design
- Latin
- Linguistics
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Education
- Media Studies
- Music
- Native Language Education
- Natural Sciences
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Sciences
- Primary Education
- Printing and Printmaking
- Protestant Theology
- Psychology
- Radio and Television Broadcasting
- Safety Engineering
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Sports
- Technology
- Transport Engineering
Master's 49 programs
- American Studies
- Applied Mathematics
- Architecture
- Arts and Humanities
- Automotive Engineering
- Building Technologies
- Business Administration
- Business and Commerce
- Chemistry
- Child Care and Development
- Comparative Literature
- Computer Science
- Cultural Studies
- Economic and Finance Policy
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Sciences
- Electrical Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- English
- English Studies
- Family Studies
- Finance
- Fire Science
- German
- Germanic Studies
- Industrial Engineering
- Industrial Management
- Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Industrial and Production Economics
- Information Technology
- International Economics
- Literature
- Management
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Printing and Printmaking
- Psychology
- Radio and Television Broadcasting
- Real Estate
- Safety Engineering
- Social Studies
- Sociology
- Special Education
- Taxation
- Teacher Training
Doctoral 36 programs
- American Studies
- Architecture
- Art Education
- Art History
- Biology
- Catholic Theology
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Classical Languages
- Comparative Literature
- Design
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Sciences
- Electrical Engineering
- English Studies
- Fine Arts
- Food Technology
- Germanic Studies
- Latin
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Music Education
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Political Sciences
- Printing and Printmaking
- Protestant Theology
- Psychology
- Romance Languages
- Safety Engineering
- Social Sciences
- Sports
- Telecommunications Engineering
Other 16 programs
- Architecture and Planning
- Arts and Humanities
- Business Administration
- Design
- Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Fine Arts
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Natural Sciences
- Religion
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
- Sports
- Technology
- Transport Economics
Faculties & Divisions
The faculties at University of Wuppertal, and what each one teaches, are listed below.
Architecture and Civil Engineering (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Real Estate
Art and Design (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Fine Arts
- Industrial Design
Business and Economics (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
- Commercial Law
- Economics
Education (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Education
Electrical, Information and Media Engineering (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Electrical Engineering
- Information Technology
- Media Studies
- Technology
Human and Social Sciences (School) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Geochemistry
- Pedagogy
- Political Sciences
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Sports
- Technology Education
Humanities (School) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Catholic Theology
- Comparative Literature
- English
- History
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Music
- Music Education
- Philology
- Philosophy
- Protestant Theology
Mathematics and Natural Sciences (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Physics
Mechanical Engineering and Safety Engineering (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Mechanical Engineering
- Safety Engineering
Programs Offered
Every programme University of Wuppertal currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.
168 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Germany
Bachelor's Degree 60 programmes
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Master's Degree 108 programmes
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How to apply to University of Wuppertal
Step-by-step guidance for applying to University of Wuppertal, in five steps.
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Identify the right programme
University of Wuppertal's catalogue includes 168 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
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Check entry requirements
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for University of Wuppertal's admissions process.
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Prepare your application documents
Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.
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Submit via the institution
Submit your completed application through University of Wuppertal's official website at www.uni-wuppertal.de. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.
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Get in touch with admissions
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about University of Wuppertal
Below are key facts about University of Wuppertal, drawn directly from institutional records.
What city is University of Wuppertal in?
University of Wuppertal operates from Wuppertal, Germany.
Is University of Wuppertal public or private?
University of Wuppertal is a public institution.
What is University of Wuppertal's ranking?
University of Wuppertal holds rank THE 2025 #501-600.
What qualification levels does University of Wuppertal offer?
University of Wuppertal delivers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes across its academic units.
How is University of Wuppertal organised academically?
University of Wuppertal is organised into 9 academic units across its disciplines.
What is University of Wuppertal's official website?
You can find University of Wuppertal online at www.uni-wuppertal.de.
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