Kiel – the scientific stronghold of the north
Four universities, over 35,000 students and a workforce of around 7,000 people stand for a unique academic diversity. Kiel is also home to a number of significant research institutions – such as the University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein, the renowned Kiel Institute for the World Economy or the GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel, a world leader in marine research.
Students, scientists, smart and creative individuals do not only come to the north for the excellent study options and job opportunities – they also come because this is a wonderful place to live!
A location with perspective
Networks and openness mark Kiel as a science location. There is great emphasis on the transfer of knowledge.
Students are welcome!
Three universities fulfil all a student's desires. Inclusive: great advice for a worry-free start and inspirational places to learn by the sea.
Excellent research from Kiel
At the top: marine and geosciences, medicine, nanotechnology and life sciences.
Knowledge creates the future
The City of Kiel is based on close cooperation between science, industry, administration and culture.
LIFE IN KIEL
A multifaceted city. Kiel’s inhabitants enjoy an intellectual climate of openness, curiosity and productivity.
Swiper photos in the header: GEOMAR; Jürgen Haacks, Uni Kiel; Fachhochschule Kiel; Future Ocean / Anna Thielisch.
Photo "9 reasons for Kiel“: Landeshauptstadt Kiel / Barbara Westendorf
Teaser pictures middel, 1st row, from left to right: Landeshauptstadt Kiel / Jakob Johannsen; Arne Biederbeck / Uni Kiel; Jürgen Haacks / Uni Kiel; 2nd row, from left to right: Landeshauptstadt Kiel / Thomas Eisenkrätzer
Photo bottom: Jürgen Haacks / Uni Kiel