BTU structural engineer provides new insights into an ancient palace in Ethiopia

How tall might buildings have been around 2,800 years ago? A new, interdisciplinary study by the DAI and the BTU provides reliable structural findings on this subject for the first time.

the Deputy Chair of the Senate and the members of the Presidium present

The BTU’s new executive committee begins its work at the start of the semester

The Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) has elected its senior management for the coming years. At the meeting of the Academic Senate on 24 September 2026, the results of the election for the members of the new executive committee of BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg were announced.

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A special moment: a ceremonial send-off for the graduates

Congratulations to all graduates! On 18 September 2026, the graduates of the Cottbus main campus were given a festive send-off.

Logo: Lausitz Science Park

Events

A warm welcome to the academic year 2026/27

28.09.2026 | 16:00

Studying & Teaching

Study across Europe with EUNICE courses

Students have access to a wide range of multidisciplinary courses. They can benefit from the expertise of more than ten European universities and tailor their educational pathway to suit their...

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‘Architizer Vision Award 2025’ for Mobina Mirzaee

The student on the Master’s programme in Urban Design and Sustainable Revitalisation received the award for her architectural concept ‘Plaza Tehran’, which she developed at BTU.

An ERASMUS+ semester in Sweden

In this interview, Anika Jäkel, a student of Instrumental and Vocal Performance and Teaching, talks about her time abroad, special moments and her experiences of everyday student life in Sweden.

Physics Study Prize for BTU doctoral candidate

Björn Riedel was awarded the prize, worth 1,000 euros, for his successfully defended Master’s thesis on the topic ‘Heteroepitaxial Growth of Samarium Oxide Nanoislands on Copper (111)’

Portrait of Paul Faltin (Photo: private collection)

A degree helps you gain a clearer perspective on your own career path

BTU alumnus Paul Faltin studied Urban Planning at the BTU, developed his interests in the field of Mobility Planning and subsequently found a career path that suited him.

Research & Transfer

Artificial intelligence could help to evaluate climate protection projects more effectively

A study conducted by the BTU and the Durban University of Technology in South Africa has investigated why acceptance of AI is so low in Ghanaian banks, insurance companies and investment firms.

AlterPerimentale transfer initiative funded for further three years

Practice-based research centres will be strengthened as hubs for collaboration between academia and practice, as well as new projects on topics such as loneliness, mobility and digital participation

Art that doesn’t want to be smooth

Prof. Verena Issel and the courage not to sit on the fence, but to build something of her own from both worlds.

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exist Start-up Grant for Start-up Machinespace

Jannis Werner, a Mechanical Engineering graduate, provides machine manufacturers with digital twins that consolidate technical knowledge and make it accessible via AI-powered machine agents.

Water runs onto my hands from a tap

"Sustainability is not a trend, but a necessity."

Members of the public are supporting the ‘Heat in the City’ project: during heatwaves, they document what hot days feel like at specific locations and in sun-drenched spots in Berlin city centre.

Campus & Life

High-level delegation from Pakistan visits the BTU to learn about its strategic focus and structural transformation

A delegation of representatives from the management of Pakistani universities, led by the Manager of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, visited BTU on 9 September.

three researchers involved in the project

Podcast: What does healthy ageing sound like?

The ‘Zukunft.Gestalten.Leben’ podcast, part of the Alterperimentale project, takes listeners to places where decisions are being made about what a good life in old age might look like in Lusatia.

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The Night of Creative Minds at the BTU

"Energy & Change" is this year’s theme. A varied programme awaits all those who are curious and fans of the NDKK at the Information, Communication and Media Centre (IKMZ).

The Minister and the President with the certificate

The President’s new term of office begins on 1 October

Dr Manja Schüle, Minister for Science, presented the certificate of appointment to Prof. Gesine Grande. This means that the re-elected President can take up her second term of office as planned.

"FEM*Lights @ BTU" exhibition highlights the achievements of women's advancement initiatives

Until 30 September 2026, the BTU will be showcasing female academics and the results of the Female Professors Programme III on 17 large-format posters at the Information, Communication and Media...

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