Christmas Chemistry Lecture Presents Gummy Bears in Hell

University of Bremen and AWI Rescue Valuable U.S. Scientific Database
The impetus for this are threats of budget cuts, which could result in the loss of valuable climate and environmental data.
more
© Kerstin Rolfes / Universität Bremen
May 14: Information Day for Prospective Students
The information day for prospective students is mainly held in German. However, there are English-language Bachelor degree programs that hold some of their events in English.
more
© Michael Ihle / Universität Bremen
Think like a European, Act like a Bremen Local
How University of Bremen staff benefit from YUFE University Alliance’s Staff Development Programmes
more
© Annemarie Popp / Universität Bremen
CAMPUS AWARD: Research for a Sustainable Future
Mariela Tapia, Rohit Samant, and Niccolò Orlandi provide encouraging impulses for solving urgent ecological challenges and were presented with the award on May 7.
more
© Matej Meza / Universität Bremen
Navigating Global Opportunities with DAAD Scholarships
Academic globetrotters at German universities have a special reason to celebrate this year. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is now one hundred years old.
more
© Vadym / stock.adobe.com
University of Bremen and AWI Rescue Valuable U.S. Scientific Database
The impetus for this are threats of budget cuts, which could result in the loss of valuable climate and environmental data.
more
© Kerstin Rolfes / Universität Bremen
May 14: Information Day for Prospective Students
The information day for prospective students is mainly held in German. However, there are English-language Bachelor degree programs that hold some of their events in English.
more
© Michael Ihle / Universität Bremen

XXL sparklers and homemade fireworks are part of the traditional Christmas chemistry lecture. The event will take place on December 11, 2024 at the University of Bremen. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. and admission is free.

The traditional public lecture is a real crowd-puller every December. In more than 20 experiments, Jens Beckmann, Dr. Emanuel Hupf, Sarah Marz, and Zaki Warsame will send gummy bears to hell, turn cigarettes into welding torches with the help of liquid oxygen, and show tricks with dry ice.

Admission Is Free

All experiments are explained in a way that is easy to understand and the event is suitable for children of primary school age and older. We recommend that young children and sensitive people bring hearing protection.

More Information:

Christmas lecture at 4:00 p.m. on December 11 in lecture hall C0290 (ground floor) of NW2 building, block C, at Leobener Straße 7 on campus.

13. May

Theatersaal der Universität

12:30 − 12:55

13. May

SFG1080

16:15 − 18:00

13. May

Zoom

17:00 − 18:00

14. May

Campus der Uni Bremen

08:30 − 16:00

All Events

Studies

Students walking along the MZH and chatting

Whether it be the compact campus, the diverse study programs on offer, or the green cycling city – a degree at the University of Bremen has a lot to offer.

You can choose from a broad range of degree program at the University of Bremen:

more than 100 bachelor’s and master’s degree programs
the state examination in law
international degree courses and further training offers

Degree Programs

The University of Bremen is one of Germany’s medium-sized universities. In its mission statement, the university prioritizes:

Uni Bremen Teaching Profile

Visit the following points of contact for information on studying:

Degree Orientation Offers

We provide comprehensive and detailed information on applications and enrollment for the following areas:

Apply to Study

All about Research

High Level of Third-Party Funding

A great strength of the University of Bremen is its considerable success in the acquisition of third-party funds, both in individual as well as in collaborative research. The German Research Foundation (DFG) is the largest provider of third-party finance: Besides the MARUM Cluster of Excellence, the University of Bremen is currently involved in no less than seven Collaborative Research Centers, as well as a number of research groups and priority programs.

Strategic Promotion of Talent

The targeted promotion of young talent, unlocking potential, and early independence are among the guiding principles of the University of Bremen. We offer intensive support to young academics in six DFG research training groups, numerous junior research groups and also through doctoral programs offered in cooperation with non-university research institutions.

Lifelong Learning

The University of Bremen is a place of lifelong learning. With our offers of continuing education we enable you to acquire knowledge of cutting-edge research. Discover the wide range of our offers and benefit from the unique combination of practice-oriented learning and innovation.

Facets of the University of Bremen

Diversity

The diversity of our students and staff is both a framework as well as a prerequisite for high quality in research and teaching. As a cross-sectional priority and central profiling feature, we take account of diversity in our teaching and learning formats, in the structure of degree programs, and in the content of research and teaching. Moreover, diversity orientation and equal opportunity also guide us in the composition of teams and the design of counseling.

International

Internationality is a strategic profiling objective of the University of Bremen. In keeping with our self-image as an international university, we see internationalization as a process that extends into all areas of the university – whether research, studies or administration. People from more than 100 nations enrich campus life. We are networked worldwide. In close cooperation with our partners, we work on the advancement of knowledge and finding solutions to global challenges.

Sustainability

The University of Bremen has been committed to sustainable development for years. Numerous projects and measures exist in the areas of research, teaching, operations, governance, and transfer, supporting the implementation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by the United Nations. Among them are the outstanding EMAS environmental management program, the university’s promotion of social sustainability as well as several research institutions with a focus on sustainability

Have you Heard of...?

There is a lot to be discovered on campus. What’s behind all those doors? up2date. online magazine knocks on some of them to find out. Welcome to a slightly different tour of the campus.

Have You Heard of… the Picture Book Library?

There is a special treasure trove of books in GW2 building – 2,000 picture books can be found at the Institute for Picture Book Research.

Have You Heard of... the University of Bremen’s Guesthouse?

At university, there is much to discover beyond the Horn-Lehe campus. The University of Bremen has a hidden gem downtown – Teerhof 58 – Guesthouse of the University of Bremen.

More "Have you Heard of...?"