Coburg: Great place to live, great place to study

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Coburg is worth living and loving

Martin Luther, who spent six months at the Veste Coburg in 1530, noted at the time that Coburg was “(…) an extremely charming place and suitable for study”. This is still true today. Because apart from the fact that you can enjoy perhaps the best view of Luther’s former accommodation, the Veste Coburg, from the university, the town has a lot to offer. So it’s no wonder that, statistically speaking, around one in ten students here is a fellow student. This is because there are nearly 5,000 students for every 41,000 inhabitants. This is also reflected in the city’s leisure activities, festivals and nightlife.

In Coburg, both the university and leisure activities are well combined, which makes studying particularly enjoyable.
Student at Coburg University of Applied Sciences

The Coburg region, including the locations in Kronach and Lichtenfels, is home to a large number of internationally active companies, medium-sized hidden champions and big players, which make it possible to establish contacts or gain initial professional experience during your studies.

Thanks to ICE fast train connection and direct Freeway access even major cities such as Munich, Berlin, Nuremberg or Erfurt are within easy reach. If you fancy a big city after all.

Coburg: Living where others spend their vacation

Living in Coburg

A major advantage of our university city: compared to many other cities with similar study programs, rents in Coburg are more than affordable. Living in German university cities is becoming increasingly expensive: according to a recent study, a room in a shared flat in Bavaria costs an average of 527 euros – 23 euros more than six months ago.

At 340 euros, Coburg is the cheapest university city in Bavaria. The run on apartments and shared apartments in the area starts at the beginning of each semester. Our student residences in Coburg offer over 500 places – some of them right on campus!

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Leisure time in Coburg

Where do you think the second largest samba festival in the world (after Rio de Janeiro) is celebrated? Of course: in Coburg. But that’s by no means the only surprise for newcomers to the city. Coburg offers plenty of leisure activities for young people.

At the HUK Cultural Summer, for example, national and international stars rock the Schlossplatz every year – one of the most beautiful festival locations in Germany. Worldstars such as Elton John, Scorpions, Bryan Adams, Sting, Whitney Houston and many more have performed here. Open-air concerts have also been held in the Kulturfabrik in Cortendorf since 2024, where everyone gets their money’s worth. Concerts, cabaret, lectures and balls take place all year round at the Kongresshaus Coburg.

The wine festival on the market square, the Schlossplatzfest, Schützenfest, flea markets, Coburg dumpling market or the food truck festival etc. round off the program of summer activities. With the Bundesliga clubs HSC Coburg (handball) and BBC Coburg (basketball), there is also top-class sport in the Vestadt – with reduced admission prices for students.

 

 

Working in Coburg

The Coburg area is a strong economic region with a high density of industry. Students can establish contacts with local companies during their studies. And find a suitable job more quickly after graduation. The Coburg area is a strong economic region with a high industrial density.

With 184 industrial employees per 1,000 inhabitants, the city of Coburg ranks 8th in Bavaria. The manufacturing industry focuses on the automotive supply industry, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and the upholstered furniture industry. Coburg is also a strong financial and insurance location. Germany’s leading car insurance company is based here. In addition to the traditional sectors, there is also economic development potential in design, sensor technology and electromobility. There is also an efficient retail sector, a diverse hotel and catering industry and highly specialized service providers. Growth is particularly pronounced in the business-related service sector.

The economic strength of the region and the good relations between Coburg University of Applied Sciences and the regional economy offer students a wide range of opportunities to gain practical experience in various sectors. Information on career opportunities in the region is provided by Coburg University’s Career Service.

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Traveling in the Coburg region

Travel free of charge by bus and train in the Coburg area – that’s what students can do with the semester ticket.

Impressions of Coburg

Blick auf den Coburger Schlossplatz im Sonnenuntergang Der Coburger Markplatz Eine der vielen Bars und Biergärten in Coburg Der Albertsplatz in Coburg erstrahlt bei Nacht in hellem Licht. Freizeit im Coburger Schlossgarten Blick auf den Coburger Schlossplatz im Sonnenuntergang A group of five people in athletic gear stand smiling at a running event, posing in front of a large black and white "START" banner. They are outside, with the historic Hochschule Coburg building and trees in the background. A woman in a colorful, feathered carnival costume stands smiling next to a man in a black and white striped outfit at Hochschule Coburg A lively town square with colorful historic buildings under a clear blue sky. In the foreground, a statue on a pedestal stands prominently. People in the distance, perhaps students from Hochschule Coburg, enjoy the sunny day as daisies partially frame the scene. A sunny park scene with a lush green lawn near Hochschule Coburg. A group of people relax under the shade of a large tree on the left. In the background, more people are scattered across the grass. Trees border the park, with some casting shadows on the ground. A scenic view of a lush garden with vibrant orange flowers in the foreground. The historical building of Hochschule Coburg, partially shrouded by scaffolding, stands with a statue in front, while trees line the landscaped area under a clear blue sky. Nestled near Hochschule Coburg, a scenic view unfolds with historic gardens featuring neatly trimmed trees and lush greenery. Ornate stone structures line the back, surrounded by vibrant flower beds. The sky is partly cloudy, casting a soft light over this peaceful landscape. Marktplatz Coburg Schloss Ehrenburg Logo with figures in blue, yellow, and orange forming a circle above the text "COBURG - Die Familienstadt", alongside "Zusammen kommen wir weiter!" in German. The logo appears on a window reflecting some outdoor scenery, subtly connecting to Hochschule Coburg A cobblestone street lined with historic European buildings under a partly cloudy sky leads past Hochschule Coburg. A large beige building displays a banner on its facade. In the background, a person walks down the street, and potted plants decorate the sidewalk.

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