Aachen University of Applied Sciences: Statistics

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#1279 of 14,131 In the World
#472 of 2,785 In Europe
#71 of 369 In Germany
#15 of 64 In North Rhine-Westphalia
#2 of 2 In Aachen
#209 of 2,235 For Pharmacy
Top50% For 101 other topics
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Quick Review

Acceptance rate
51%
Enrollment
13,671
Type
Non-profit
Funding
Public-private
partnership
Languages
German;English

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate51%
Admissions RequirementsAllgemeine Hochschulreife (Abitur), Fachhochschulreife (Fachabitur). Basic three-month internship for most courses. Language certificate for international degree courses and artistic qualification for Design
Academic CalendarSeptember - February; March-July
Enrollment13,671

We've calculated the 51% acceptance rate for Aachen University of Applied Sciences based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.

Research profile

Aachen University of Applied Sciences is a world-class research university with 17,919 scientific papers published and 216,074 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Philosophy, Biology, Medicine, Quantum and Particle physics, Materials Science, and Computer Science.

Publications
17,919
Citations
216,074

Aachen University of Applied Sciences majors

by publication & citation count

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
7,621 / 49,512
Engineering
6,601 / 133,606
Physics
6,420 / 136,866
Chemistry
6,215 / 141,451
Philosophy
5,662 / 30,274
Biology
4,557 / 111,194
Medicine
4,506 / 78,847
Quantum and Particle physics
4,185 / 93,859
Materials Science
4,121 / 91,764
Computer Science
3,671 / 61,738
Organic Chemistry
3,466 / 92,049
Environmental Science
3,238 / 62,716
Political Science
2,707 / 15,277
Biochemistry
2,235 / 64,036
Geology
1,684 / 36,770
Optical Engineering
1,607 / 31,459
Genetics
1,558 / 49,121
Metallurgical Engineering
1,546 / 40,729
Electrical Engineering
1,530 / 32,828
Geography and Cartography
1,425 / 22,692
Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN)
1,421 / 2,165
Mechanical Engineering
1,350 / 21,661
Mathematics
1,336 / 28,036
Law
1,218 / 13,468
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
1,192 / 21,261
Psychology
1,145 / 31,937
Nanotechnology
1,100 / 23,575
Physical chemistry
1,084 / 26,685
Business
1,024 / 15,348
Statistics
1,015 / 24,650
Nuclear Physics
939 / 17,533
Ecology
923 / 25,499
Pathology
904 / 24,707
Surgery
863 / 23,204
History
854 / 11,466
Telecommunications
840 / 14,174
Paleontology
833 / 17,169
Pharmacy
802 / 15,946
Chemical Engineering
801 / 19,226
Library and Information science
790 / 3,712

Annual publication & citation counts

Year Publications Citations
1991 229 1631
1992 212 1653
1993 263 1701
1994 253 1724
1995 248 2063
1996 307 2190
1997 288 2185
1998 305 2376
1999 350 2481
2000 383 2843
2001 407 3235
2002 424 3937
2003 324 4409
2004 301 4528
2005 239 5636
2006 211 5971
2007 190 6188
2008 139 6209
2009 173 6162
2010 360 6451
2011 188 6806
2012 199 6783
2013 195 6957
2014 245 7041
2015 364 6885
2016 319 7595
2017 413 7827
2018 499 8683
2019 425 9270
2020 385 10771
2021 329 11831
2022 256 11508
2023 330 10865
Academic rankings

Tuition

The tuition table for Aachen University of Applied Sciences gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.

Program Tuition Cost (per semester)
Bachelor's Degree Free
Master's Degree €260
Doctoral Degree Free

All costs are in Euros (€).

Programs and Degrees

The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Aachen University of Applied Sciences.

Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.

Programs Bachelor Master Doctoral
Art & Design Yes Yes No
Biology No Yes No
Business Yes Yes No
Chemistry Yes Yes No
Computer Science Yes Yes No
Economics Yes Yes No
Engineering Yes Yes No
Environmental Science Yes Yes No
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences No No No
Mathematics Yes Yes No
Medicine No No No
Physics Yes Yes No
Psychology No No No
Bachelor's Degree Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Applied Chemistry, Architecture, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Business Computing, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Commercial Law, Communication Arts, Construction Engineering, Design, E-Business/Commerce, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Energy Engineering, Engineering, Industrial Design, Information Technology, International Business, Machine Building, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Media Studies, Natural Sciences, Optometry, Physical Engineering, Physical Therapy, Technology, Technology Education, Transport Engineering, Vocational Education, Wood Technology
Master Accountancy, Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Applied Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Architecture, Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Business Computing, Civil Engineering, Communication Arts, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Design, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Energy Engineering, Engineering, Finance, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, International Business, Machine Building, Management, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physical Engineering, Polymer and Plastics Technology, Production Engineering, Service Trades, Taxation, Technology

Notable alumni

  1. Sabine Verheyen

    Sabine Verheyen
    Born in
    Germany Flag Germany
    Years
    1964-.. (age 60)
    Occupations
    politician
    Biography

    Sabine Verheyen is a German architect and politician who has been serving as a Member of the European Parliament since 2009. She is a member of the Christian Democratic Union, part of the European People's Party.

Aachen University of Applied Sciences faculties and divisions

Faculty : Aerospace Engineering Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Astronomy and Space Science, Automotive Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Faculty : Architecture Architecture, Regional Planning, Town Planning
Faculty : Business Administration Business and Commerce, International Business
Faculty : Chemistry and Biotechnology Applied Chemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Polymer and Plastics Technology
Faculty : Civil Engineering Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Structural Architecture, Transport Engineering, Waste Management, Water Management
Faculty : Design Communication Arts, Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Media Studies, Visual Arts
Faculty : Electrical and Computer Engineering Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Information Technology, Multimedia, Telecommunications Engineering
Faculty : Energy Technology Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physical Engineering
Faculty : Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics Business Administration, Electronic Engineering, Machine Building, Mechanical Engineering
Faculty : Medical Technology and Industrial Mathematics Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics and Computer Science, Medical Technology

General information

Alternative names FH Aachen
Fachhochschule Aachen
Founded 1971
Accreditation Ministry of Science and Research North-Rhine Westphalia. Special accreditation agencies for the BEng and MSc courses
Motto Praktisch gut. Theoretisch auch.
Good in practice. And in theory.
Colors mint, white, black

Location and contacts

Address P.O. Box 100 560 Bayernallee 11
Aachen, 52005
Germany
City population 249,000

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