Academic and vocational qualifications acquired in Germany are becoming increasingly easy to compare across Europe. The pursuit of this goal was agreed between the Federal Government and the Länder in ...

From AI to circular materials to biotechnology – supporting research into emerging technologies plays a key role in ensuring Germany’s and the EU’s technological sovereignty and competitiveness.

For free democracy. Through its science communication, the BMFTR supports scientific literacy within society and a future-proof research community that acknowledges and addresses society’s problems.

Every year, Nobel Laureates and excellent young researchers from all over the world come together in Lindau to network and debate on scientific findings. Since 1951, Laureates in chemistry, physics ...

Whether faced with climate change, pandemics or artificial intelligence, cooperation across national borders is crucial in order to pool resources, address global challenges and stand firm for our ...

From climate change to ocean ecosystems in danger – BMBF-funded marine, coastal and polar research finds answers to global challenges, giving rise to solutions for the future. The ocean plays a ...

Recognition can play a role with regard to your entry to Germany and your residence status, particularly if you come from a third country (outside the EU/EEA). If your professional qualifications have ...

The Asia-Pacific region is rapidly becoming one of the most innovative regions in the world. Together with its partners in the Asia-Pacific region, the BMBF therefore funds projects in different ...

The BMBF wants to enhance the literacy and basic skills of adults in Germany. This is what the Federal Government and the Länder have been working for during the ten-year AlphaDekade. Opportunities ...

Germany’s science landscape is unique – with its large number of players, including higher education and non-university research institutions, producing excellence every day. The German science system ...

More than half of Germany’s young people enter higher education. The Federal Government supports efforts to ensure the provision of high-quality study programmes and innovative teaching. University ...

Africa and the Middle East – 65 states with different cultures, climate zones and language areas. The BMBF is committed to science relations with these world regions in many different ways.