University of Bremen
About
The University of Bremen is a public university in Bremen, Germany, with approximately 18,400 students from 117 countries. Its 12 faculties offer more than 100 degree programs.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 301 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 55 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 11,398
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 20.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 15%
- Female : Male
- 56 : 44
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
25 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceanography | 28 | 139.0 | 2025 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Sociology | 101-150 | - | 2023 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Public Administration | 151-200 | - | 2024 |
| Geography | 201-300 | - | 2024 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2020 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 201-300 | - | 2020 |
| Politics | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Psychology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Computer Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2021 |
| Biological Sciences | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Chemistry | 401-500 | - | 2020 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2020 |
| Materials Science | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Public Health | 401-500 | - | 2020 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Management | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
QS
23 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Geology | 40 | 79.3 | 2026 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 46 | 78.2 | 2026 |
| Geophysics | =49 | 76.8 | 2026 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Social Policy & Administration | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Linguistics | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| English Language & Literature | 301-350 | - | 2025 |
| Modern Languages | 301-330 | - | 2022 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | 340 | 65.8 | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 351-370 | - | 2022 |
| Materials Science | 401-550 | - | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 501-550 | - | 2024 |
| Computer Science | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 551-600 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 551-600 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 551-700 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 601-700 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
US News
16 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Marine and Freshwater Biology | 44 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences | =64 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | 65 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | =70 | 43.5 | 2026 |
| Food Science and Technology | 145 | 43.5 | 2026 |
| Ecology | 189 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =383 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =415 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =431 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | 437 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | 467 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =523 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =566 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =701 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =709 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 758 | 49.6 | 2026 |
THE
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Sciences | 151–175 | 54.6 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 201–250 | 44.4 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 201–250 | 37.7 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 251–300 | 35.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 301–400 | 43.0 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 301–400 | 36.3 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 301–400 | 38.3 | 2026 |
Organization Structure
Related unitsresearch center at the University of Bremen
View DetailsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Bremen?
University of Bremen's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =581, THE Rank 301–350, ARWU Rank 501-600, US News Rank =601.
When was University of Bremen founded?
University of Bremen was founded in 1971.
What are the top subjects at University of Bremen?
Top subjects at University of Bremen include: Oceanography, Geology, Marine and Freshwater Biology, Earth & Marine Sciences, Geophysics.
Where is University of Bremen located?
University of Bremen is located in Bremen, Germany.