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High-tech for structural change: iCampμs invites you to the iCCC2026 transfer conference in Cottbus

On 6 and 7 May 2026, the iCampμs Cottbus Conference will bring together research institutions, businesses and decision-makers from the worlds of politics and industry for the second time to discuss innovative project ideas and actively drive forward structural change in Lusatia.

Auf dem Foto ist Prof. Dr. Sven Michel Vor einem Fenster zu sehen.

Internationally renowned peace prize awarded to Prof. Dr Sven Michel

Award for educational projects in Iraq and the development of international partnerships

Gregor Gysi at the Cottbus Europe Forum on the question: Does eastern Germany have doubts about Europe?

On Friday, 8 May 2026, the fourth Cottbus Europe Forum will take place at the Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus–Senftenberg (BTU). This year, Dr Gregor Gysi will address the question of why many people in eastern Germany view the European Union with scepticism.

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Studying & Teaching

Submit your application now to study in the winter semester of 2026/27!

Prospective students holding a foreign higher education entrance qualification have been able to submit an application online via the uni-assist portal since 1 March 2026.

Try it first, then study! Open days at BTU

Open Days from 23 to 25 June 2026: Prospective students can get a taste of what university life is like, for example in STEM subjects, Architecture, Business Administration, Social Work, and the...

International students in front of the cherry grove

A warm welcome to exchange students for the summer term 2026

The event was a wonderful opportunity to introduce the new exchange students to the wide range of opportunities awaiting them during their stay at BTU.

Beraterinnen am Welcomepoint

Welcome and Registration Point for international first-year students

From 9 March to 30 April 2026, international students will receive information on enrolment and the start of their studies as well as a comprehensive range of advice on studying at BTU.

Two new BTU student representatives on the EUNICE Student Advisory Board

Full of energy, Ha Lien Pham and Maral Chavoshi Tehrani represent the BTU students in order to strengthen their voices within EUNICE and intensify international exchange.

Research & Transfer

"This unimaginable nature of space and time – it has never let me go."

In an interview: Physicist Prof. Dr Christine Ruffert is organising this year’s iCampμs Cottbus Conference 2026.

From science fiction to reality

What fascinated him about Captain Future as a child is what he is now researching: AI systems that recognise human states and respond to them.

The scientist who asks what remains

For Prof. Johanna Blokker, walls are not silent witnesses, but storehouses of experiences, hopes and ruptures.

Schwangere junge Frau im Park

Midwives’ responsible self-determination

Dr Marie Tallarek, a researcher at the Health Sciences chair, interviewed twelve midwives from seven federal states to find out how the best possible maternity care is provided.

Sustainable logistics for Berlin: BTU's young scientists honoured

Two graduates of the Urban and Regional Planning master's programme were awarded a prize at the prestigious Balg-Mächler Prize 2025.

Campus & Life

4th Cottbus European Forum with Dr Gregor Gysi

On Friday, 8 May 2026, Gregor Gysi will explore the question of why many people in eastern Germany view the European Union with scepticism at the BTU’s main campus in Cottbus.

The ribbon is cut

Fitness trail opens on the BTU Campus Senftenberg

The new programme is aimed at university staff and students as well as the general public. The outdoor activities are designed to promote health and encourage active breaks, whilst also serving as a...

From Ideas to Projects – Competition poster

Sustainability: Calling for student projects for the future

To ensure our world remains a place worth living in for future generations, we need ideas! Students can get involved and submit their projects until 1 July 2026.

Gruppenfoto Science Slam 2025

5th Brandenburg Science Slam starts

Scientists present their research in an entertaining way at a total of seven locations in Brandenburg - including Finsterwalde and Spremberg.

Ralf Schuster in front of his paintings

The wonderful, colourful world of studying and working

Ralf Schuster’s exhibition can be viewed until 4 July 2026 at the media centre of the campus library on the Campus Senftenberg; admission is free during opening hours.

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Familie in der Hochschule
Audit familiengerechte Hochschule seit 2009
Gütesiegel des DHV
Eunice - European University
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HRK-Audit - Internationalisierung der Hochschule 2009/2010
Total E-Quality - Diversity