Artificial intelligence in higher education: not yet on track in all subjects
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in degree programmes varies greatly between subjects in Germany. AI applications such as ChatGPT are already…
CHE University Ranking 2025: First surveys begin
The data collection for the CHE Ranking 2025/26 begins. The new edition of the CHE Ranking will include more than 3,600 degree…
Winter semester 2024/25: Hamburg has the highest proportion of degree programmes with restricted access
Many students will be receiving their school-leaving certificates again these days. Most degree programmes in Germany will then be completely open to…
146 German universities successful in third mission funding lines
The third mission, i.e. activities of universities that go beyond traditional research and teaching, is currently supported by the federal government in…
Minor importance of social media activities in science and higher education research
From science slams to podcasts – science communication in Germany is increasingly using new methods. However, this does not apply to the…
New ZEIT Study Guide: Results of Germany’s most detailed university comparison show high student satisfaction
The new ZEIT Study Guide 2024/2025 publishes excerpts from the current university ranking by the CHE Center for Higher Education Development. In…
Significantly higher percentage of women at second management level than among university heads in Germany
39 per cent of all deputy positions at state higher education institutions (HEIs) in Germany are held by women. Most of them…
CHE University Ranking 2023/2024 now with new results for Master’s programmes: Much praise for study conditions on Master’s programmes
The new Master’s ranking of the CHE Centre for Higher Education is now available free of charge online at ZEIT ONLINE, and…
Germany only in international midfield for knowledge transfer from universities
When it comes to technology transfer from science to business, other countries are ahead of Germany. This is the result of an…
Fact check: Strong growth in student numbers not the only cause of lack of apprentices
The majority of young people find it difficult to decide whether to enter vocational education and training (VET) or higher education (HE)…
In search of University Manager of the Year 2023: The six nominees are noted for their outstanding leadership performance and vigorous networking
The CHE Centre for Higher Education and the weekly newspaper DIE ZEIT again present the “University Manager of the Year” award this…
One in five students at Hamburg’s higher education institutions study part-time
After a recent peak, the number of part-time students in Germany has fallen slightly again. More than half of them are enrolled…