Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg

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The Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) and TÜV Rheinland Academy are jointly developing a regional skills development network. The ‘SKILL – Skills for Structural Change in a High-Performing Lusatia’ project marks the launch of a new initiative for the development and training of skilled workers in the context of structural change.

New students, their families and friends, as well as other guests, gathered at the Cottbus Town Hall for the enrolment ceremony.

With a warm “Welcome to the BTU”, the Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) welcomed more than 2,000 new students on Monday, 28 September. The academic year 2026/2027 was officially opened at the enrolment ceremony held at the Stadthalle Cottbus. A total of around 7,700 people are now studying at the BTU.

The 2025 Annual Report of the Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) is here! The 120 pages of the new report bring an eventful year to life: it tells stories, introduces people and their ideas, and provides insights into developments and achievements at the BTU. The annual report has been available in print and online since 28 September 2026.

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Matriculation Ceremony September 28, 2026

Study across Europe EUNICE course catalogue 2026/27

Sustainable agriculture Smartphone photos estimate the yield of coffee harvest

What is in the microalgae? The search for new active compounds to combat liver cancer

Start of studies in the 2026/2027 winter term

New pathways to skills development: pooling skills to ensure structural change in Lusatia is a success

Embracing this new chapter in life with courage

A look back. Hot off the press.

Events

The social economy at a crossroads? Crises, frustration and new beginnings in times of upheaval

Studying & Teaching

Learn languages and do well at university

Study across Europe with EUNICE courses

‘Architizer Vision Award 2025’ for Mobina Mirzaee

Physics Study Prize for BTU doctoral candidate

A degree helps you gain a clearer perspective on your own career path

Research & Transfer

Artificial intelligence could help to evaluate climate protection projects more effectively

AlterPerimentale transfer initiative funded for further three years

Art that doesn’t want to be smooth

exist Start-up Grant for Start-up Machinespace

"Sustainability is not a trend, but a necessity."

Campus & Life

High-level delegation from Pakistan visits the BTU to learn about its strategic focus and structural transformation

Podcast: What does healthy ageing sound like?

The Night of Creative Minds at the BTU

The President’s new term of office begins on 1 October

"FEM*Lights @ BTU" exhibition highlights the achievements of women's advancement initiatives