Technische Universität Ilmenau

Wissenschaftler im Schutzanzügen laufen in einen ReinraumTU Ilmenau/Michael Reichel (ari)

The German newspaper "Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung" calls the Technische Universität Ilmenau a "jewel in the east". And the "Süddeutsche Zeitung" claims that it is "one of the most innovative scientific institutions in Europe among specialists". Praise, which the Ilmenau scientists repeatedly demonstrate with top research achievements: They are designing high-precision scales - developing extremely energy-efficient “green” electronics - and researching a new generation of dynamic human-machine teams in production.

What applies to research also applies to teaching at the TU Ilmenau. The degree programs are modern, research-oriented and interdisciplinary. This appeals to students from allover Germany and the world. Whoever studies at the TU Ilmenau has best job prospects.

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Our Mission Statement

Preamble

"The Technische Universität stands for teaching and research at the highest level in the fields of technology, mathematics and natural sciences, business and media. It places particular emphasis on innovative teaching and interdisciplinarity. It identifies with Humboldt's ideals and pursues the vision of a cosmopolitan campus family."

To the mission statement

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References and awards

Certifications and Memberships

The TU Ilmenau is a member of renowned organizations dedicated to higher education policy issues and the networking between science and industry. The university has received different seals of approval and certifications for its activities in teaching and research as well as in social areas such as equality. More...

Honours and Awards

The TU Ilmenau honours particularly meritorious sicentists and employees of the university as well as public figures from science and other fields with different awards and prizes. More...

Friends and Supporters

From a large network of clubs, societies and organizations, the TU Ilmenau receives not only financial assistance, but also various other forms of support. More...

Tradition and Innovation

The TU Ilmenau looks back on a long tradition in the training of engineers. It began in 1894 with the opening of the private educational institution Thüringisches Technikum in the heart of Ilmenau. A prestigious technical university in GDR times, it received the status of Technical University in 1992. Today one of the most modern technical universities in Germany is located in the city centre and on the new university campus on the outskirts of the city.

The history of the university

Historisches Gebäude der TU IlmenauArchiv TU Ilmenau

Faradaybau, 1926

Historisches Foto einer GroßbaustelleArchiv TU Ilmenau

Construction work on the Ehrenberg, ca. 1960

Michael Reichel (ari)

Humboldtbau, 2010

Export control

In accordance with its mission statement and bylaws, the TU Ilmenau is committed to the peaceful use of scientific knowledge and the sustainable preservation of the foundations of human life. In particular, it promotes the civilian application of its research and development results in practice. 
The TU Ilmenau is therefore committed to the legal objectives of export control and to the sustainable, ethically responsible use of scientific knowledge, thereby contributing to the security of our world and to peaceful coexistence. It complies with the relevant legal regulations, ensures their observance within the university, and provides its researchers with resources to support them in this endeavor. 

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