RWTH

RWTH Aachen University, officially Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule Aachen, is a public research university in Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It traces its roots to a polytechnic founded in 1870 and developed into a comprehensive university with its current name in the 20th century.

The university concentrates on engineering and the natural sciences, while offering programs in arts and humanities, medicine, and business. It operates a large campus with multiple faculties and research institutes, and it maintains strong ties to industry, supporting applied research, technology transfer, and doctoral training.

RWTH Aachen is known for its research output in areas such as mechanical and electrical engineering, energy, materials science, information technology, and automotive technology. It collaborates with national and international partners and participates in joint projects with industry and other research organizations.

Students and scholars from around the world study and work at RWTH, contributing to a diverse academic community. The university runs exchange programs and international collaborations, and it plays a major role in regional innovation and higher education in Germany.