UNIVERSITY OF THE GREATER REGION
The University of the Greater Region - UniGR - is a network of seven partner universities located at the very heart of Europe.
RPTU University of Kaiserslautern-Landau
We are the RPTU University of Kaiserslautern-Landau. By combining the strengths of our cutting-edge research in engineering and natural sciences with those in the humanities and social sciences, we provide forward-looking solutions to the challenges of our time – from climate change and digitalization to sustainable production, resource scarcity, and food security. With over 160 degree programs, a family-like atmosphere, and a vibrant campus life, we offer the ideal environment for those who want to actively shape the future.
Locations:
Kaiserslautern, Landau
Students:
17,000
Course languages :
German, English
Did you know?
Thanks to the Palatinate Forest, which covers more than 100 km² between Kaiserslautern and Landau with around 6.5 million trees and vast untouched nature, RPTU has the “greenest campus in Germany.”
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Your UniGR contact at RPTU:
Address:
Gebäude 47
Raum 632
Gottlieb Daimler Straße 47
67663 Kaiserslautern
Website:
Universität der Großregion - RPTU Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau
University of Liège
As the only comprehensive public university in the Walloon Region of Belgium, the University of Liège is pluralistic and committed to excellence in its core missions: education, research, and innovation.
It offers one of the most diverse range of programs in the French-speaking part of Belgium at Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral levels. The university is strongly involved in European and international research programs.
Locations:
4 campuses in 3 cities: two campuses in Liège (city center and Sart Tilman), an Environmental Campus in Arlon (Environmental Science and Management), and an Agro-Bio-Tech Campus in Gembloux (Agricultural Sciences and Bioengineering).
Students:
over 26,600
Course languages:
French, English
Did you know?
Right in the middle of the Sart Tilman campus stands a castle!
The historic Colonster Castle now serves as a venue for conferences, receptions, and cultural events – providing a fairytale backdrop to life at the University of Liège.
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The University of Liège covers a very broad range of |
Your UniGR contact at ULiège:
Address:
Bureau des Relations Internationales
Place du 20-Août 7
B-4000 Liège
Website:
International - ULiège - University of the Greater Region
Université de Lorraine
The Université de Lorraine is the leading campus region in France. As an internationally connected educational and research institution, it promotes knowledge exchange from the natural to the humanities sciences and creates transdisciplinary ecosystems that accelerate the transfer of knowledge into innovative applications. As a key player, it contributes significantly to the economic and social development of the region.
Locations:
53 sites covering the entire Lorraine region
Students:
60,000, including more than 8,000 international students from over 100 countries
Course languages:
French, English
Did you know?
The Université de Lorraine operates a powerful supercomputer, EXPLOR, with over 11,000 CPU cores and nearly 500 teraflops of computing power. It supports researchers in complex simulations – from materials science to environmental engineering – while also employing sustainable technology.
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47 faculties, schools, institutes, UFRs |
The Université de Lorraine covers all fields of knowledge:
Research activities are carried out by 4,000 teaching and research staff |
Your UniGR contact at l'UL:
Address:
Maison Alfred Grosser - Ile du Saulcy
BP 80794
57012 Metz Cedex
Website:
University of Luxembourg
Founded in 2003, the University of Luxembourg is a young research-intensive institution. Interdisciplinarity in research and teaching is key to the University's approach to addressing tomorrow's societal challenges. Embedded in Luxembourg’s diverse and multicultural society, the University offers a welcoming, multilingual environment where students and researchers from around the world feel at home. Its human size fosters close interaction between students and lecturers, creating a personal atmosphere. With 1,600 members of academic staff for 6,700+ students and 1,000+ PhD candidates, students feel connected and valued on their academic journey. Internationally recognised research drives innovation in digital transformation, health, and sustainable development. This scientific progress is supported by cutting-edge infrastructure and a national commitment to education, research, and innovation. The dynamics of a young university offer rare potential and scope for exploring new ideas.
Locations:
Belval Campus (Esch-sur-Alzette), Kirchberg Campus (Luxembourg), Limpertsberg Campus (Luxembourg), Weicker Building (Luxembourg)
Students:
6,700+
Course languages:
French, German, English
Did you know?
The Belval Campus of the University of Luxembourg was built on the site of a former steelworks – an impressive example of the successful transformation of an industrial area into a modern science and innovation center.
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Digital Transformation
Medicine and Health
Sustainable and Societal Development
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Your UniGR contact at Uni.lu:
Address:
Campus Belval
Maison du Savoir
2, Avenue de l'Université
L-4365 Esch-sur-Alzette
Website:
Saarland University
Overcoming boundaries is the mission of Saarland University – boundaries between cultures as well as barriers between disciplines or outdated divisions between science, business, culture, and society.
Locations:
Saarbrücken, Homburg
Students:
Approximately 17,000 students, 24 percent of whom come from around the world
Course languages:
The trilingualism of Saarland University, with German, English, and French, reflects its international orientation and particular strengths.
Did you know?
Saarland University was founded in 1948 under the sponsorship of France and the University of Nancy.
"The goal is to make this university an instrument of a truly European spirit."
Jean Barriol, first university rector (1948)
The emblem of Saarland University is the owl, the symbol of science and wisdom
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Saarbrücken Campus
Homburg Campus
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Internationally recognized as a leading center for:
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Your UniGR contact at UdS:
Address:
Geb. A 2.3, Zi. 2.16-2.18
Campus
D-66123 Saarbrücken
Website:
Universität des Saarlandes - International - Europa - UniGR
Trier University
Trier University conducts socially relevant research and teaching at the forefront of contemporary issues – with a strong focus on digitalization, interdisciplinarity, and diversity. With around 10,000 students and 2,000 staff members, teaching and research focus on people and their relationships with society, law, economy, and the environment.
Locations:
Trier
Students:
10,465
Course languages:
German, English
Did you know?
Trier University was founded in 1970, but is located in Germany's oldest city with a history of more than 2,000 years. Augusta Treverorum, today's Trier, was founded in 17 BC by the Romans under Emperor Augustus near a tribal sanctuary of the Celtic Treveri.
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Research at the University of Trier is strongly shaped
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Your UniGR contact at UT:
Address:
Campus I, V 10
Universitätsring 15
D-54286 Trier
Website:
Universität Trier - International - Universität der Großregion
Saarland University of Applied Sciences (htw saar)
The Saarland University of Applied Sciences (htw saar) is a research-strong, application-oriented university with a strong regional focus in teaching, continuing education, research, as well as knowledge and technology transfer.
Locations:
Saarbrücken
Students:
approx. 6,000
Course languages:
German, English
Did you know?
The Laboratory for Solar Energy Systems at htw saar tests various solar modules – from photovoltaics to solar thermal – on a large flat roof. This allows students and researchers to work hands-on with sustainable energy solutions.
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The University of Applied Sciences of Saarland is distinguished by its practical orientation, the diversity of its four faculties, and its close collaboration with the region. A special feature of the university is the Franco-German University Institute (DFHI) with its cross-border, fully integrated, and wide-ranging programs, as well as over 40 years of experience in Franco-German study programs. |
Your UniGR contact at htw saar:
Address:
Haus des Wissens / Gebäude 11
Malstatter Str. 17
D-66117 Saarbrücken
Website: