Located in the east of the Ruhr region, Dortmund is the eighth-largest city in Germany and a dynamic urban centre combining innovation, transformation, and academic excellence. Once shaped by its industrial heritage, the city has successfully evolved into a modern hub for research, technology, and higher education.

Dortmund welcomes nearly 40,000 students and has a strong international profile, with international students representing around 20% of its student population. The city’s higher education ecosystem is built around two major institutions: TU Dortmund University and Fachhochschule Dortmund. Together, they offer a wide range of academic programmes and contribute to the city’s reputation as a centre for innovation, research, and professional development.

With its strong links to industry, research networks, and international partnerships, Dortmund provides students with opportunities to develop skills in a rapidly changing economic environment. The city’s universities attract students from around the world and foster a diverse and multicultural campus community.