About Leibniz University Hannover
Shaping the Future with Knowledge – as one of the nine leading Institutes of Technology in Germany (member of TU9 Alliance), Leibniz University Hannover is aware of its responsibility in seeking sustainable, peaceful and responsible solutions to the key issues of tomorrow. Our expertise for this stems from the broad spectrum of subjects, ranging from engineering and natural sciences to architecture and environmental planning, from law and economics to social sciences and humanities.
Through internationally oriented Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes, Leibniz University Hannover provides exciting academic opportunities for international students. The Clusters of Excellence and key research areas, in addition to many other prospects, provide outstanding circ*mstances for (young) researchers to thrive.
At Leibniz University there are currently almost 30,000 students studying in nine faculties, and some 3,100 researchers working in more than 150 institutes. The main building of the university is the Royal Palace Welfenschloss at the Welfengarten. Cooperation agreements with national and international partners strengthen our scientific expertise.
Our core research topics are in
· Biomedical Research and Engineering
· Quantum Optics and Gravitational Physics
· Optical Technologies
· Production Engineering
· Interdisciplinary Studies of Science and Academia
· Teacher Training
Degree programmes at Leibniz University Hannover: https://www.uni-hannover.de/en/studium/studienangebot/
Hannover is the capital of the Federal State of Lower-Saxony and lies in the heart of Germany. All the important transport routes, from north to south, from east to west, roads or rails, all go through Hannover. A trip to Berlin, for example, takes about 1.5 hours by train. If a trade city is more appealing to you, Hamburg is only a 2-hour long train ride away! In addition, the city is connected with the world thanks to Hannover's international airport.
About Leibniz University Hannover
Shaping the Future with Knowledge – as one of the nine leading Institutes of Technology in Germany (member of TU9 Alliance), Leibniz University Hannover is aware of its responsibility in seeking sustainable, peaceful and responsible solutions to the key issues of tomorrow. Our expertise for this stems from the broad spectrum of subjects, ranging from engineering and natural sciences to architecture and environmental planning, from law and economics to social sciences and humanities.
Through internationally oriented Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes, Leibniz University Hannover provides exciting academic opportunities for international students. The Clusters of Excellence and key research areas, in addition to many other prospects, provide outstanding circ*mstances for (young) researchers to thrive.
At Leibniz University there are currently almost 30,000 students studying in nine faculties, and some 3,100 researchers working in more than 150 institutes. The main building of the university is the Royal Palace Welfenschloss at the Welfengarten. Cooperation agreements with national and international partners strengthen our scientific expertise.
Our core research topics are in
· Biomedical Research and Engineering
· Quantum Optics and Gravitational Physics
· Optical Technologies
· Production Engineering
· Interdisciplinary Studies of Science and Academia
· Teacher Training
Degree programmes at Leibniz University Hannover: https://www.uni-hannover.de/en/studium/studienangebot/
Hannover is the capital of the Federal State of Lower-Saxony and lies in the heart of Germany. All the important transport routes, from north to south, from east to west, roads or rails, all go through Hannover. A trip to Berlin, for example, takes about 1.5 hours by train. If a trade city is more appealing to you, Hamburg is only a 2-hour long train ride away! In addition, the city is connected with the world thanks to Hannover's international airport.
University information
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Tuition fee and scholarships
- Scholarships
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How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
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Rankings & ratings
- RANKINGS
Leibniz University Hannover is one of the top public universities in Hanover, Germany. It is ranked #=426 in QS World University Rankings 2025.
- #=426QS World University Rankings
- #101-150QS WUR Ranking By Subject
- #64Europe University Rankings - Western Europe
- #172Europe University Rankings
QS World University Rankings
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- 2012
#401- 450
- 2014
#451-460
- 2015
#421-430
- 2016
#366
- 2017
#=400
- 2018
#401-410
- 2019
#551-560
- 2020
#651-700
- 2021
#651-700
- 2022
#601-650
- 2023
#601-650
- 2024
#=481
- 2025
#=426
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