FAU: Moving knowledge. Since 1743.

Curiosity leads to understanding, research to impact and diversity to shared strength. With over 275 degree programs, excellent research and international partnerships, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg has a decisive impact on research and society.

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Study: From Curiosity to Career

With more than 275 degree programs, FAU offers one of the widest ranges of subjects in Germany, from humanities and social sciences, to science and engineering, to medicine.

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Study: From Curiosity to Career

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Innovation

Innovation: From Research to Impact

At FAU, innovation drives change: Where cutting-edge research meets entrepreneurship, an environment emerges that turns ideas into solutions, translates knowledge into impact, and shapes the future.

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Ein junge Frau steht draußen in der Dämmerung vor einem Forschungsgebäude und schaut nach rechts oben in die Ferne, dabei lächelt sie.
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About FAU

University: From Strategy to Success

Founded in 1743, today FAU has approximately 40,000 students, is one of the largest research universities in Germany, and unites cutting-edge research and excellent teaching in its five faculties.

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Faculties

Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Theology

Study and research in cultural, social, and behavioral sciences.

Faculty of Business, Economics, and Law

Study and research in business, economics, and law.

Faculty of Medicine

Living future medicine as the principle guiding study and research.

Faculty of Sciences

Study and research in natural sciences.

Faculty of Engineering

Study and research in engineering and technology.

Location Development

With its new buildings, FAU is shaping the face of the region.