The
Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzurg (JMU) offers a broad and innovative
spectrum of study programs. The high standard and quality of the studies are
fascilitated by a future-oriented, underlying quality management. Additionally,
the research performed at the JMU has an excellent reputation all over the
world.
Top reasons to study here
- Internationally renowned, forward looking, globally aware.
- Eminent scientists and scholars, including 14 Nobel Laureates, have researched and taught in Würzburg.
- The ARWU/Shanghai Ranking ranks JMU among the top universities in Germany and among the top 200 universities in the world.
PhD Programmes
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
About
History
After its original founding in 1402 – the fourth founding of a university in present-day Germany and the first founding of a university in Bavaria – Julius-Maximilians-Universität (JMU) Würzburg was permanently endowed and established in 1582 on the initiative of Prince-Bishop Julius Echter von Mespelbrunn. The name “Julius” in JMU traces back to the Prince-Bishop.
Education
Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (JMU) is an internationally acclaimed university offering a wide range of subjects. Our university has strong roots in Würzburg and the region of Main Franconia, and our research and teaching activities have led to achievements of global significance.
The university is committed to strengthening interdisciplinary cooperation and investigating emerging disciplines at the interface between different branches of science. Working towards sustainable development across all subjects, JMU has initiated ongoing quality improvement processes.Research
True to its motto ‘Science for Society’, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (JMU) is committed to advancing research in a wide range of disciplines.
Currently, JMU has about 29,000 students who are enrolled in ten faculties. Its academic and administrative staff comprises more than 4,000 people. Approximately 420 professors are active in research and teaching at the university and the university hospital.
On an international level, the University of Würzburg ranks in the top bracket of academic institutions in many scientific disciplines including biology, medicine, physics, and psychology.Career
The University of Würzburg uses the CareerLink recruiting platform for external vacancies. CareerLink is a free online service that helps employers connect with JMU students and alumni. Employers can post vacancies on CareerLink and receive applications from our students directly via the platform, per email, or via the careers sections of their own websites.
University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2021
140 23
2020
163 -4
2019
159
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
186 18
2020
204 -7
2019
197
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2020
201
2019
201 -50
2018
151
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2021
437 25
2020
462 59
2019
521
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
There are several offices for the different questions/issues students might have.
The official “International Office” is the first office for international students to approach in questions regarding visa, enrollment and further administrative processes.
Each study program has a central study coordinator that assists students in any detailed questions concerning the study program and organizational questions.
The examination office is responsible for all issues concerning the grading and the examination certificates.
Housing services
Affordable housing in a central location is highly sought after. We recommend you start searching for a flat or house early on.
- We support your search for a flat or house and provide information on the housing market in Würzburg and the local area.
- Please do not hesitate to contact the Welcome Centre if you have any questions concerning the different suburbs of the city or the villages surrounding Würzburg and transport connections to the university.
- If you encounter any language difficulties in your communication with landlords you can ask the staff of the Welcome Centre for help.
Library services
The University Library offers a wide range of services including:
- borrowing books and other media (e.g. journals, CDs, DVDs)
- working areas
- PCs
- printing, photocopying and scanning
ICT services
The University of Würzburg offers its students excellent IT services and has high-quality and modern computer equipment.
The computer center is located on the Hubland South campus and provides comprehensive services for electronic data processing:
- 10 user facilities with more than 100 PCs with Windows and Linux;
- Acces to printers, scanners and further hardware;
- A selection of software for different applications;
- Abundance of free computer courses for students of all faculties.
Many departments also have small computer labs internet access available for students.
Once you are enrolled, you will receive your university email address and your access authorization for the computers of the University.
Medical services
All students in Germany MUST have health insurance. Proof of health insurance must be presented at time of enrollment.
Student Life
Campus life
Buildings of the University are in different locations in the city, but clustered by fields of study. Law and humanities sciences are located downtown and partially hosted in historic meaningful buildings (Würzburg Residence; UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Education of medical students and connected studies are located in and around the clinic (close to the city center), while natural sciences are located on one of the Würzburg-surrounding hills with a great view over Würzburg. All of the different locations have canteens, cafeterias, and supermarkets close or even in the different buildings. Other facilities are max. five minutes’ walk from the institutes.
Sports facilities
The sports center at Hubland has the following sports facilities: game hall, multi-purpose hall, fitness center, stadium, side field, artificial turf field, tennis courts, beach volleyball courts, hard court, skate court, street soccer arena, outdoor fitness tower.
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