They are a technical university that uses scientific expertise to develop practical solutions for shaping major future challenges and transformation processes worldwide. They are aware of their special responsibility for progressive and sustainable development in the region. Interdisciplinary clusters and close collaborations with their partners in science and industry enable them to develop a strong profile, gain international recognition, and successfully implement projects to address these challenges.
They offer their students a challenging education, individual support, and the opportunity to learn from and with each other with curiosity and openness. Students from Germany and around the world contribute to their diverse and inspiring campus life. Even during their studies, they offer them the chance to realize their potential and help shape future perspectives.
They see themselves as part of the international scientific community. Internationalization is the source of their cultural diversity. It enriches university life and promotes diversity in teaching and research.
As a university community, all members of BTU work together towards a common goal. Each and every one of theirs are indispensable to the success of their university. They foster the skills and enthusiasm of students and staff to contribute creatively, effectively, and competently. Respectful and transparent communication within the university is their guiding principle for interacting with one another.
University life at BTU is characterized by a diverse range of activities and an open culture. Student initiatives, as well as university and student services programs, offer an exciting balance to studies and work. Open communication, appreciation of diversity, and equality for all individuals and groups are important to them. They promote a healthy work-life balance and offer sports and health programs to help students stay fit. The cities of Cottbus and Senftenberg, and the surrounding area, also offer a wide range of opportunities that make the region particularly attractive for students. Furthermore, both university towns are very popular with students due to their affordable cost of living.
| Acronym | BTU |
| Nickname | The BTU |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Undergraduate Programmes | |
| Postgraduate Programmes | 36 |
| Location | Cottbus, Brandenburg, Germany |
| Address | BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg, Platz der Deutschen Einheit 1, 03046 Cottbus |
"Shaping the future together." BTU develops practical, application-oriented solutions for global transformation processes while driving sustainable progress in the Lusatia region. It provides outstanding education, individual support, and an inspiring environment within an international knowledge community.
To be a forward-looking, internationally connected university that sets standards in technology, sustainability, and structural change. BTU envisions acting as a central innovation driver, empowering students and researchers to critically and creatively shape the future of society.
BTU promotes sustainable development and responsible resource use across all university operations. Sustainability is integrated into teaching, research, campus management, and Lusatia’s structural transformation. As a university educating future leaders, BTU recognizes its environmental responsibility and promotes environmental education and ethics. Its environmental guidelines are implemented through continuous management involving the entire university community.
BTU values open discussion, diversity of opinions, and fact-based knowledge. Guided by humanistic values, the university promotes democracy, human rights, and equality for all people. As a modern institution, BTU encourages critical thinking, academic freedom, and openness to new ideas beyond existing boundaries, creating a culture that supports innovation, learning, and social responsibility.
BTU’s evaluation-oriented Quality Management System (eQMS) supports high teaching standards through regular review of study and examination regulations, staff development in higher education teaching, and teaching awards. Faculties use evaluation results and official statistics to continuously improve teaching quality and ensure effective, research-based academic standards.
The Center for Accessible Studies at BTU is a civil institution committed to peace and equal opportunity in education. It supports students and prospective students with disabilities or chronic illnesses by addressing their specific needs and ensuring fair study conditions. This includes barrier-free infrastructure, provision of technical aids, and compensation for disadvantages in study and examinations to promote equal access to education.
General Admission Requirements
A university entrance qualification equivalent to the German Abitur (e.g., A-Levels, high school diploma)
Program-Specific Requirements
View the program page for course and program specific requirements.
General Admission Requirements
A completed first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) in a relevant or closely related field.
Program-Specific Requirements
View the program page for course and program specific requirements.
All applicants with German university entrance qualifications can apply directly for their desired degree program via the myBTU portal. This also applies to students who are or were already enrolled at one of the BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg campuses and wish to apply for a Bachelor's degree program or change their degree program. Click on to the application portal "myBTU" to make your application.
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS:
Students who obtained their last university entrance qualification abroad and wish to apply for a Bachelor's degree program should apply via the My assist application portal. Click on to the "uni assist" applicant portal to make your application.
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Phone : +49 (0) 355 69 5604, +49 (0) 355 69 2105
Prof. Grande is involved in numerous activities, including serving on the steering committee of GATE-Germany, the supervisory board of the Leibniz Institute for Innovative Microelectronics (IHP) and the Leipzig Trade Fair, and on the boards of trustees of various scientific institutions such as the Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) and the Fraunhofer IPMS. She is chairwoman of the Lausitz Science Network (LSN) and member of the board of trustees of the Prince Pückler Museum Park and Branitz Castle Foundation and the Max Grünebaum Foundation, where she also serves as chairwoman.
The university was founded in 1954 as a school for construction engineering in the former GDR. After German reunification, the school became a technical university and was later renamed Brandenburg Technical University in 1994. In the following years, the university underwent major construction efforts and the number of students continued to grow. In February 2013 the Landtag of Brandenburg decided to merge the BTU and the Hochschule Lausitz on 1 July 2013 to create the new university Brandenburgische Technische Universität Cottbus-Senftenberg (abbreviated BTU). Today, the university has 7,280 students, 2,190 of whom come from abroad.