Top-level researchThe research profile of the WWU Münster is marked by a considerable number of research focal points of proven excellence: in the humanities (including the Theological Faculties), law, business administration, natural sciences, mathematics and medicine. For example the Leibniz Prize, also known as the "German Nobel Prize", has been awarded to WWU Münster no fewer than four times since 2003. The award-winners are Prof. Hubert Wolf (theology), Prof. Barbara Stollberg-Rilinger (history), Prof. Klaus Mezger (geochemistry) and Prof. Wolfgang Lück (mathematics).High-quality teachingThe WWU increasingly offers modular courses of study leading to bachelor and masters degrees. This not only makes international exchanges easier, but also ensures high-quality teaching which can compete with the world’s best. The German Science Council (Wissenschaftsrat) also emphasises the quality of teaching at the WWU Münster.