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The history of Heidelberg University starts from its founding in 1386. Founding. Around 1400, the city of Heidelberg had approximately 3,000 inhabitants, but the Great Schism in 1378, which split European Christendom into two hostile groups made it possible for this relatively small city to get its own university. [1]
Since its establishment in 1386, Heidelberg University has produced a wealth of prominent and influential personalities – researchers, teachers and graduates alike. Historical Portraits. View all Profiles.
With a spectrum of more than 180 degree programmes, the Heidelberg University offers an almost unique variety of subject combination options in Germany. Inform: Each subject presents itself with its focus, features and characteristics.
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) prepares students for work as a teacher. A Master's degree is comparable to Diplom or Magister degrees. In general, only one subject is studied in which an academic thesis is to be written.
Heidelberg University is a comprehensive university, offering the full spectrum of disciplines in the humanities, law and the social sciences alongside the natural and life sciences, including medicine.
The degree programmes at Heidelberg University embrace the broad spectrum of subjects offered by a comprehensive university, with over 160 fields of study.
Founded in 1386, Heidelberg University is the oldest university in today’s Germany and one of Europe’s most research-intensive institutions.
