Ilmenau University of Technology: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1201 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #446 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #67 of 369 | In Germany |
| #2 of 12 | In Thuringia |
| #293 of 1,498 | For Robotics |
| Top50% | For 99 other topics |
Quick Review
- Enrollment
- 4,889
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- tu-ilmenau.de
- Languages
- German
- Acceptance rate
- 43%*
* The Ilmenau University of Technology is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Admissions Requirements | Secondary school certificate (Reifezeugnis) or equivalent |
|---|---|
| Academic Calendar | October to September (October - March; April-September) |
| Enrollment | 4,889 |
Research profile
Ilmenau University of Technology is a world-class research university with 15,366 scientific papers published and 187,028 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Quantum and Particle physics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Materials Science, Biology, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, and Electrical Engineering.
Ilmenau University of Technology majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 25 | 85 |
| 1992 | 33 | 106 |
| 1993 | 37 | 69 |
| 1994 | 79 | 105 |
| 1995 | 73 | 129 |
| 1996 | 80 | 131 |
| 1997 | 128 | 208 |
| 1998 | 149 | 240 |
| 1999 | 150 | 366 |
| 2000 | 118 | 378 |
| 2001 | 149 | 534 |
| 2002 | 332 | 928 |
| 2003 | 287 | 1039 |
| 2004 | 323 | 1461 |
| 2005 | 365 | 1795 |
| 2006 | 446 | 2420 |
| 2007 | 425 | 2916 |
| 2008 | 469 | 3359 |
| 2009 | 602 | 4023 |
| 2010 | 558 | 4787 |
| 2011 | 621 | 5994 |
| 2012 | 773 | 6933 |
| 2013 | 724 | 7975 |
| 2014 | 808 | 8762 |
| 2015 | 757 | 9434 |
| 2016 | 743 | 10454 |
| 2017 | 755 | 11100 |
| 2018 | 841 | 13062 |
| 2019 | 868 | 14244 |
| 2020 | 785 | 15715 |
| 2021 | 798 | 18277 |
| 2022 | 728 | 17994 |
| 2023 | 811 | 18488 |
Tuition
| Local studetns | c. 65 per semester (EUR) |
|---|
The Ilmenau University of Technology has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
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 Ilmenau University of Technology.
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 | No | Yes | TBD |
| Biology | No | No | TBD |
| Business | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Chemistry | No | No | TBD |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Environmental Science | No | No | TBD |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | No | Yes | TBD |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Medicine | No | No | TBD |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Bachelor's Degree | Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Business Computing, Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Media Studies, Medical Technology, Optical Technology, Physics, Robotics |
|---|---|
| Diplom (Univ) | Business Computing, Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Mass Communication, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Media Studies, Physical Engineering |
| Master | Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Business Computing, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Econometrics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Energy Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Mass Communication, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Media Studies, Nanotechnology, Optical Technology, Physics, Power Engineering, Robotics, Telecommunications Engineering |
| PhD | Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Natural Sciences |
| Habilitation | Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Natural Sciences |
Notable alumni
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Matthias Platzeck
- Enrolled in the Ilmenau University of Technology
- 1974-1979 studied Biomedical cybernetics
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Matthias Platzeck is a German politician. He was Minister President of Brandenburg from 2002 to 2013 and party chairman of the SPD from November 2005 to April 2006.
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Hansjoachim Walther
- Occupations
- university teacherpoliticianmathematician
- Biography
-
Hansjoachim Walther was a German politician and mathematician. He was leader of the German Social Union, a right-wing party modelled after the Bavarian CSU, during the Wende, serving as their parliamentary leader in the Volkskammer. After German reunification, he was co-opted to the Bundestag and appointed as Minister for Special Affairs.
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Michael Roth
- Occupations
- engineer
- Biography
-
Michael Roth was a German engineer and professor of automation, specializing in microprocessor technology, computer science and sociology as well as philosophy of science. He was one of the pioneers in the area of computer engineering in Germany.
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Katja Hose
- Years
- 1980-.. (age 44)
- Enrolled in the Ilmenau University of Technology
- 2004-2009 graduated with Doctor of Philosophy
- Occupations
- computer scientist
- Biography
-
Katja Hose is a professor of computer science at Aalborg University and TU Wien.
Ilmenau University of Technology faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Computer Science and Automation | Biotechnology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Economics and Media Studies | Data Processing, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Information Management, Mechanical Engineering, Media Studies |
| Faculty : Electrical Engineering and Information Technology | Biotechnology, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Information Technology, Materials Engineering, Microelectronics |
| Faculty : Mathematics and Natural Sciences | Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Physical Engineering |
| Faculty : Mechanical Engineering | Electronic Engineering, Materials Engineering, Measurement and Precision Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
General information
| Alternative names | TU IL Technische Universität Ilmenau |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1953 |
| Accreditation | Akkreditierungsrat; ACQUIN |
| Motto | The Spirit of Science |
| Colors | green, white |
Location and contacts
| Address | P.O. Box 100565 Ehrenbergstraße 29 Ilmenau, 98684 Germany |
|---|---|
| City population | 39,000 |