Biodiversity Day
On June 28, 2026, the University of Siegen, together with numerous partners, invites you to the 8th Biodiversity Day—which will be held this year at the Trupbacher Heide.
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New prize for science and innovation
The Christa-und-Dieter-Lange-Stiftung, the IHK Siegen, the Sparkasse Siegen and the University of Siegen jointly honor outstanding research with a regional focus - with a prize money of 40,000 euros.
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Application for admission-restricted Bachelor's degree programs started
The application phase for three admission-restricted Bachelor's degree programs at the University of Siegen has started for the winter semester 2026/27.
Getting Started at the University of Siegen
Learning in genuine community.
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Over 50 specialized degree programs - interdisciplinary & hands-on
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Best student/faculty ratio anywhere in NRW
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Strong foundation for professional success
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Shaping a Humane Future
Pursue innovative degree programs and engage in collaborative research—explore new perspectives by studying across disciplines at the University of Siegen.
Your diverse paths to studying
Studying without a high school diploma
It is also possible to study at the University of Siegen without a high school diploma and with a vocational qualification.
Dual study program
Lecture hall, practical experience and earning money on the side - discover our dual engineering degree programs.
Frequently asked questions about studying
Yes, the University of Siegen also offers dual study programs in engineering. Alongside your studies, you will work in a company and earn a fixed salary. Find out more about our dual study programs here.
Anyone in possession of a Hochschulzugangsberechtigung (university entrance qualification) and who enrolls by the deadline published on the internet is guaranteed a spot in a bachelor's degree program. Enrollment itself is a mandatory process and is conducted exclusively via the unisono online portal.
It is possible to study at our university without an Allgemeine Hochschulreife (general university entrance qualification) such as the Abitur. Other possibilities include a Fachhochschulreife (entrance qualification for universities of applied sciences) or through certain proven professional qualifications. More information on these pathways can be found here.
The application process takes place fully online via our unisono portal. Once you have submitted your documents, you will receive notification as to whether you have been admitted. If so, you can enroll directly and start your studies. More information on this process is available here.
If you are interested in a specific degree program and would like to see whether it feels like a good fit, you are welcome to take part in a trial campus visit. Certain lecturers have agreed to open up their lectures and seminars to prospective students. A list of these courses can be found here.
Please note that these special courses are only available during the lecture period of a semester. Toward the end of the semester, examinations are often offered during the planned course times, and these are not appropriate for trial visits.
The dates of the lecture periods can be checked here.
Successful alumni of the University of Siegen
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Laura Kraft
Member of the German Bundestag 2021-2025
BA Literature, Culture, Media / MA Literary Studies
The university has shaped my professional future, my character development, but also my personal circumstances.
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Torsten Müller
Head of Marketing at Urban Sports Club
BA Literary, Cultural and Media Studies
I really appreciated the family environment in my department. I was also able to develop in many different ways on my degree course.
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Josephine Thiel
Communications manager at Montag Stiftung Urbane Räume
BA Media Studies / MA Media and Society
I particularly liked the informal atmosphere and the opportunity to organize things myself. It wasn't a mass university where no one knew anyone else.
