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| 2. The university was founded in 1742 by Margrave Friedrich of Brandenburg-Bayreuth. It is one of the oldest universities in Germany and is known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation. |
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| 3. The university is organized into five faculties: Humanities, Social Sciences, Law and Economics, Medicine, and Natural Sciences. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in various fields of study. |
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| 4. The university has a total student enrollment of over 39,000, including around 3,000 international students. It also has a staff of over 9,000, including around 600 professors. |
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| 5. The university is known for its strong research programs in a variety of disciplines, including medicine, engineering, natural sciences, and humanities. It is affiliated with numerous research institutes and centers, including the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light, the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits, and the Helmholtz Institute Erlangen-Nürnberg for Renewable Energy. |
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| 6. The university has a strong reputation for its international collaborations and partnerships. It is a member of various international networks and consortia, including the League of European Research Universities (LERU) and the German U15 group of research universities. |
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| 7. The university has produced several Nobel laureates, including Rudolf Mößbauer (Physics, 1961) and Theodor Mommsen (Literature, 1902). It has also been ranked among the top universities in Germany and Europe in various international rankings. |
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| 8. The main campus of the university is located in Erlangen, with additional campuses in Nuremberg and other locations in Bavaria. The university is known for its modern facilities, including state-of-the-art research labs, libraries, and lecture halls. |
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| 9. The university has a strong focus on student life and offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, student clubs, and cultural events. It also provides support services for international students, including language courses and orientation programs. |
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| 10. The University of Erlangen-Nuremberg plays a key role in the academic and cultural life of the region, contributing to the economic, social, and intellectual development of Erlangen, Nuremberg, and the surrounding areas. It is a prestigious institution with a long history of academic excellence and innovation. |
