Osnabrück University (German: Universität Osnabrück) is a public research university in the German state of Lower Saxony. It had 11,034 students in 2011 and a staff of 1,858 people, including 209 professors, 936 additional academic personnel, and 713 non-academic personnel. The university is known for its many interdisciplinary degree programs, including European Studies, Migration Research, Applied Systems Science, and Cognitive Science, which are some of the rare or even unique among German universities. Notably, the university is well known for its research in cognitive science, peace and conflict studies, democratic governance, European studies, and migration studies, among other fields.
The University of Osnabrück's primary focus is science education and teacher training for almost all types of schools, from primary, secondary, and secondary school to grammar school and vocational school teaching. The university offers 181 attractive and modern study programs. The diverse range of subjects includes future-oriented bachelor's and master's programs in the following fields of study-
• Humanities and social sciences, sports
• Mathematics, computer science, natural sciences
• Law and Economics
• Linguistics, literature and cultural studies
• Theology, Art, Music, Textile
The programs provide excellent preparation for graduates for the national and international job markets, as well as good career opportunities. Students can quickly get to the university and the city of Osnabrück; the lecturers are approachable, and the courses offer a variety of options. The university's top priority is to provide the best possible support for its students.
With 1,750 employees and a financial volume of around 169 million euros (2018), the University of Osnabrück is one of the largest employers in the city and an important economic factor. The University of Osnabrück is distinguished by its rapidly expanding and appealing Westerber campus. The University of Osnabrück's botanical garden promotes relaxation and balance.