Hannover University of Applied Sciences shines: Architecture studies in first place in the ranking!

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The Leibniz University of Hannover achieved top position in the CHE university ranking 2025/26 for architecture and other courses.

Die Leibniz Universität Hannover erzielt Spitzenplatz im CHE Hochschulranking 2025/26 für Architektur und weitere Studiengänge.
The Leibniz University of Hannover achieved top position in the CHE university ranking 2025/26 for architecture and other courses.

Hannover University of Applied Sciences shines: Architecture studies in first place in the ranking!

On May 8, 2023, the Leibniz University of Hannover (LUH) and the CHE university ranking published the results for the architecture course, which are included in the new edition of ZEIT study guide are printed. The architecture course at LUH achieved outstanding ratings and positioned itself in the top group in several categories. This underlines the academic excellence and the high quality of the training conditions.

As part of the ranking, the LUH not only stood out in the field of architecture, but other disciplines also achieved excellent results. Particular emphasis was placed on the spatial equipment of the teaching and learning environments as well as the libraries, which play a central role in the study experience. These and other parameters, such as research funding and general equipment, are taken into account in the evaluations. The methodology The CHE ranking takes students' evaluations into account as the main factors for determining the study conditions.

Student evaluation and satisfaction

In the survey, the architecture students at LUH were very satisfied with the support they received during their studies. The IT equipment and the support provided by teachers were particularly praised. The equipment of the workplaces and the quality of the exam design were also well received. The training places great emphasis on practical teaching, with the focus on urban planning and cultural landscape aspects.

The CHE university ranking offers a comprehensive comparison of universities in German-speaking countries. Every year, numerous disciplines are re-evaluated. The evaluation of the ranking for 2025/26 includes, among others, architecture, biotechnology, German studies, Romance studies and civil and environmental engineering. Students play a crucial role here by evaluating their study conditions and overall satisfaction. A student survey is currently underway, which allows students to contribute their opinions and experiences by a deadline at the end of January 2025.

Insights into rankings and degree programs

The CHE ranking in the subject of architecture includes all relevant courses at universities and technical colleges, with the exception of interior design. This comprehensive approach enables a differentiated analysis of bachelor's, master's and diploma courses. The courses are intended for enrollment in the winter semester 2025/2026, and feedback from both students and professors will be collected.

The indicators for the assessments cover a wide range, including career guidance offers, technical equipment in teaching and work rooms, number and quality of excursions and support for starting up companies. Such standards ensure that students receive a well-founded and future-oriented education.

The results of the ranking and the key findings from them will be available from the beginning of May 2025 TIME study guide as well as online on HeyStudium. Universities and students can benefit from the detailed evaluations and gain valuable information to improve study conditions.