New research campus in Cottbus: BTU secures strong non-university partners for research and knowledge transfer

Three research organisations, five institutes, one site: on Thursday 1 October 2026, the ground-breaking ceremony for a new research campus took place at the Nordring in Cottbus.

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Successful BTU debut in THE World University Rankings

The Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) made it into the top 40 per cent worldwide straight away. This result highlights how the BTU is making a name for itself internationally as a young, research-intensive university. For the latest ranking, published on 30 September 2026, 2,297 higher education institutions from 118 countries and territories were assessed.

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Stay curious and study as a guest student

KNOWLEDGE FOR ALL: Information session and launch of the Seniors’ Academy Wednesday, 7 October 2026, 2.00 pm, BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg, Campus Senftenberg, Konrad Zuse Media Centre, Room 11.22 and online. Participation is free of charge and no registration is required.

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Events

Start of the semester in Senftenberg for students and staff

07.10.2026 | 19:00

The social economy at a crossroads? Crises, frustration and new beginnings in times of upheaval

13.10.2026 | 18:00 - 20:00

Studying & Teaching

Learn languages and do well at university

Enrolment for the language courses running alongside your degree programme for the 2026/2027 winter semester is available from now until 25 October 2026

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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.

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)’

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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

From the BTU laboratory to the Brandenburg Innovation Award 2026

BTU-spin-off has been awarded the Brandenburg Innovation Prize 2026: quantum grade materials [qgm]

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.

From tumour to muscle cell

BTU researcher discovers a new approach to treating childhood cancer

What does ‘ageing well’ sound like?

BTU launches a podcast based on real-life experiences.

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"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

Enrolment Ceremony and Start of the New Academic Year

On 28 September, the BTU welcomed more than 2,000 new students with a warm “Welcome to the BTU”. There are now around 7,700 young people studying at the university.

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Interview with BTU President Gesine Grande on the occasion of her second term in office

Gesine Grande explains why she decided to stand for a second term and why she feels such a strong connection to the BTU. She talks about highlights, plans and challenges.

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.

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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).

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