Types of Universities in Germany: Universities based on Orientation of Degree programs

In Germany, universities can be classified based on financing and orientation of degree programs. Click here to read about universities based on financing.

1. Universities 
2. Universities of applied sciences 
3. Colleges of art, film and music

Universities based on Orientation of Degree programs:

1.       Universities: 
       Universities offer strong theoretical and academically-oriented    degree programs and a broad range of disciplines.

2.   Universities of applied sciences: 
   Instruction at universities of applied sciences is strongly practice-oriented. Internships and practical semesters form an integral part of the degree programs.

3.      Colleges of art, film and music: 

         Colleges of art, film and music offer instruction in artistic subjects, such as Fine Arts, Acting, Dance, Industrial and Fashion Design, Graphic Art, Instrumental Music and Singing.