In the field of research, scientists at TU Ilmenau cooperate with more than 140 universities and research institutes worldwide as well as with over 300 commercial enterprises, including global corporations such as BMW, Bosch, Jenoptik, Telekom and SAP..
In the area of teaching, TU Ilmenau maintains cooperation agreements with over 110 universities in 50 countries and offers ten international double degree programs.
This is another reason why TU Ilmenau is so attractive to students from all over the world: More than a third of first-year students regularly come from abroad, and researchers and students from over 100 countries live on campus.
As an international university, TU Ilmenau actively promotes equal opportunities and tolerance at the university and in society.
The Research and Technology Transfer (FuT) Service supports scientists at TU Ilmenau in selecting suitable funding programs and applying for project funding.
This applies to both specific individual applications as well as long-term planning processes and strategic financing advice.
The focus here is on collaboration with scientists within the framework of the university’s profile lines and research priorities.
In addition, the department facilitates connections between business and research, supports scientists and graduates of TU Ilmenau in establishing their own companies, and advises the Executive Board on research issues.
The head of this department is: Dr. Dörte Gerhardt / transfer@tu-ilmenau.de
Support for international researchers The International Student Service at TU Ilmenau aims to support international students in their daily study life and to provide them with immediate assistance when difficulties arise.
This service helps them feel at home in Ilmenau, advises them on their start in Ilmenau, organizes events and excursions, and establishes contacts with international researchers, teachers, and friends.
This service also offers the ability to answer questions and inquiries online and provides all information about the support team and the services available. These services include:
The International Welcome Office serves as a service and interface for all areas of the university and acts as a bridge for international cooperation.
We inform students and researchers abroad about lecture offerings, international exchange programs, and suitable funding opportunities.
The Welcome Centre supports and advises international students before they begin their studies at TU Ilmenau and accompanies them throughout their studies.
In addition, it advises the university management on international academic matters, oversees cooperation with partner universities worldwide, supports the offer of double degree programs and acts as the university’s interface with the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the National Agency for University Cooperation of the European Union.
During the so-called “Freshmen’s Week,” new students can get to know the university, the city of Ilmenau, and their fellow students at various events, such as the town meeting, the Freshmen’s Game Night, the Gala Night, the Kickelhahn hike, and many other activities and events.
This makes it easier for all newcomers to start university life and settle in Ilmenau.
Numerous other student activities are organized, including the student radio, the Ilmenau Student Club, the film club, and the International Solidarity Initiative, an association founded by students that promotes peace, international understanding, international solidarity, and tolerance.