The Private University in the Principality of Liechtenstein (German: Private Universität im Fürstentum Liechtenstein (UFL)) is one of the four centers for higher education in the Principality of Liechtenstein. It focuses on two main fields of study: Medical Sciences and Law. The university is located in Triesen. The university has partnerships with over 20 other institutions in the rest of the world.
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| Motto | "Kluge Köpfe denken voraus" |
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| Type | University |
| Established | 2000 |
| Dean | Barbara Gant |
Academic staff | 2 Chairs |
| Location | , |
| Study programs | PhD Program in Medical Sciences PhD Program in Law |
| Colors | Blue, Red and Yellow |
| Website | ufl.li |
History
editThe university was founded in 2000 as University for Human Sciences in the Principality of Liechtenstein (German: Universität für Humanwissenschaften im Fürstentum Liechtenstein). In 2007 the Law School was established and the university was renamed.
Besides numerous law courses, the university still has its focus on medical research. It offers doctoral courses in medical science, which are eligible for candidates with master's degrees in medicine, medical technology, biomedical engineering, biology and related disciplines.2012
Study programs
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- Doctoral programs in Medical Sciences, students are awarded the German PhD equivalent Dr. scient. med.
- Doctoral programs in Law, students are awarded the German PhD equivalent Dr. iur.
External links
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- the official website: Private University in the Principality of Liechtenstein
- Fürstentum Liechtenstein
47°06′30″N 9°31′36″E / 47.1082°N 9.5266°E
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