Technical University of Munich
Technische Universitaet Muenchen/Technical University of Munich (TUM) is one of Europe`s leading technical universities. It has roughly 500 professors, 10,000 academic and non-academic staff (including those at the university hospital Rechts der Isar), and 36,000 students. It focuses on the engineering sciences, natural sciences, life sciences, medicine, and economic sciences. After winning numerous awards, it was selected as an Elite University in 2006 and again in 2012 by the Science Council (Wissenschaftsrat) and the German Research Foundation (DFG). The university`s global network includes an outpost in Singapore. TUM is dedicated to the ideal of a top-level research based entrepreneurial university.
Talents are our assets, reputation is our return. Servant of an Innovative Society: Viewing itself as a servant of society with responsibility for future generations, TUM is committed to innovative progress and sustainable improvement in the lives and coexistence of people. International Best Standards: TUM orientates itself scientifically, structurally, and organizationally according to the highest international standards.. Cosmopolitanism and Cultural Tolerance: Based on the liberal set of values of an enlightened society, our cosmopolitanism includes respect for the cultural identity of people in other regions of the world. Talent with a Conscience: Young talents shape the future. Mental and emotional creativity, cultural sensitivity, and social skills are as important to us as professional sovereignty and entrepreneurial spirit. Entrepreneurial Thinking and Engagement: TUM is committed to the principle of competitive excellence. It yields fundamental research results in market-oriented innovation processes and inspires an entrepreneurial spirit in all university areas. Value Creation through Appreciation: We particularly value the variety and diversity of individual talents. Living Generation Pact: TUM profits from the mutual support and networking of its members across disciplines, nationalities, and generations. It globally connects the enthusiasm and intellectual curiosity of students, the creative spirit of graduates, and the life experience of alumni.
Foundation year: 1868
Short name: TUM
Type: Government Funded
Students: 39730
Faculty: 790
Faculty/Students Ratio: 51:1
Region: Europe
Location: Munich
