university
die Universität, die Universitäten
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university
An institution for higher education and research where academic degrees are awarded in various subjects.
Sie hat an der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Geschichte studiert.
She studied history at Humboldt University in Berlin.
university
The entirety of the buildings and grounds belonging to such an institution.
Die neue Mensa befindet sich im Zentrum der Universität.
The new cafeteria is located in the center of the university.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Universitäten |
| genitive | der Universität |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | die Universität | die Universitäten |
| accusative | die Universität | die Universitäten |
| dative | der Universität | den Universitäten |
| genitive | der Universität | der Universitäten |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The preposition 'an' is used to express that someone is enrolled at a university or works there. The preposition 'in', on the other hand, describes being physically inside the building.
Mein Bruder studiert Medizin an der Universität Heidelberg.
My brother studies medicine at Heidelberg University.
In everyday and spoken language, 'Universität' (university) is very often shortened to 'Uni'. This short form is widespread and is used in most informal contexts.
Ich treffe meine Freunde nachher in der Mensa der Uni.
I'm meeting my friends later in the university cafeteria.
When referring to the institution, 'Universität' (university) is often combined with verbs like 'studieren' (to study), 'lehren' (to teach), 'forschen' (to do research), or 'sich einschreiben' (to enroll).
Viele junge Menschen wollen an einer renommierten Universität studieren.
Many young people want to study at a prestigious university.
higher education institution
Universität refers to a specific type of Hochschule offering teaching and research in various subjects. Hochschule is the broader term, but in everyday use it can also mean a practice-oriented university of applied sciences. Universität fits the precise type; Hochschule fits the general or practice-oriented context.
Lea studiert Medizin an einer Universität, die auch in diesem Fach forscht.
Lea is studying medicine at a university that also conducts research in the field.
Lea studiert praxisorientiertes Mediendesign an einer Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften.
Lea is studying practice-oriented media design at a university of applied sciences.
