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Marc Jaquemin

Campus Life

Campus life at Goethe University combines academic excellence with diversity, commitment, and a high quality of life — factors that make both the university and the city an especially attractive place to study.

Diverse Campus Landscape

Goethe University is spread across several locations, including the modern and vibrant Westend Campus, the innovative Riedberg Campus for natural sciences, the historic Bockenheim Campus, the medically focused Niederrad Campus, and the Ginnheim Sports Campus.  

The campus facilities are equipped with modern amenities, featuring spacious green areas, cafés, libraries, and study spaces. Many even consider the magnificent Westend Campus to be one of the most beautiful campuses in Europe.

Sports at the Ginnheim Sports Campus

Experience Sports, Fun, and Community

The University Sports Center offers a diverse, high-quality program for exercise, fitness, and balance. Beyond sports, it’s about connection, dialogue, and community – an easy way for all university members to get involved.

Melanie Gärtner

Student Life and Engagement

Over 30 student groups and initiatives offer countless opportunities to get involved socially, culturally, or in university politics — from sustainability projects to music, sports, or student legal counseling.  

The network of active students fosters a vibrant community: New students can attend events like the "unistart" fair on Westend Campus, where groups introduce themselves and personal connections are easily made.  

Experience Frankfurt

Frankfurt is an international metropolis, consistently ranked among the most livable cities worldwide. Students benefit from a vibrant club and cultural scene, world-class museums, diverse pubs, and direct access to nature.  

Students can quickly reach the city’s hotspots by bike or with the Semesterticket – the transition from campus to the lively city life is seamless.

Science Garden at the Riedberg Campus

Inspiration in the Science Garden

Our Science Garden at Riedberg Campus is a place where nature and science come together. It provides space for research, teaching, and connection — a green source of inspiration for students, researchers, and visitors alike.

Katrin Binner

Services and Support

The university values personal responsibility but offers comprehensive support services: Central student advice and counseling, digital services, student associations, and dedicated tutors are available to make starting and navigating your entire period of study easier. Practical offerings like sports courses, student housing, and a bicycle self-help workshop enrich university life.

Guide to the Winter Semester 2025/2026

Guide for First Semester Students

The digital guide provides first semester students with a wealth of information about Goethe University, offering tips on organizing your studies, taking your first steps at the university, and navigating life on and around the campus.

Oliver Schaffer