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Prospective students Why choose the KU?
Why choose the KU?
The Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt in south Germany is the first and only Catholic university in the German-speaking world. Located in the heart of Bavaria, it combines the advantages of being a small university with an international and interdisciplinary perspective.
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The KU is a state-approved university that is supported by a Catholic foundation. It is open to students of all faiths and is guided by Christian values. More... | The KU is a modern university with a long tradition. It has existed in its current form since 1980, but its roots go back to the year 1564. More... | The KU makes sure it always considers the whole picture. It promotes exchange between individual disciplines, both in research and in teaching. More... | ||
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The KU is committed to promoting an international perspective. International students contribute to intercultural and international exchange. More… | The KU’s research covers a wide range of topics. Research is conducted at all of the KU’s faculties and at the several research-institutes and groups. More… | The KU sees connecting with wider society as a third mission. It places great importance on collaborating with various institutions. More… | ||
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The KU gives students opportunities for personal development that go beyond study and research, and encourages them to become socially active. More... | The KU sees sustainable development as a task for research, teaching and campus management. The University aims to be a role model for society. More… | The KU works to ensure that students and staff are able to balance studying and working at the University with family life. More… | ||
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A picturesque natural park and a vibrant old town, baroque buildings and modern architecture – there are many sides to Eichstätt. More… | A young city and a dynamic region: Ingolstadt is one of the fastest developing cities in Germany and has a history that stretches back over 1200 years. More… | The KU has two compact, green campuses, one in Eichstätt and one in Ingolstadt, both of which are located close to the town centers. More... | ||
