Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg

The Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hamburg (HAW Hamburg) is Northern Germany's leading university in the field of applied sciences, known for its excellent quality in studies and teaching as well as its strong research orientation.

• Degree Programs: HAW Hamburg offers a wide range of 39 bachelor's and 35 master's degree programs, including dual study programs that enable a close connection between theoretical knowledge and practical application in laboratories and companies[2][4].
• Faculties: The university comprises four faculties: Engineering and Computer Science, Life Sciences, Business and Social Sciences, as well as Design, Media and Information. Each faculty addresses specific societal and technological challenges, such as the mobility of the future, digitalization, sustainable energy supply, and health-related sciences[2][5].
• Continuing Education: The Continuing Education Campus offers part-time qualification measures, such as seminars, certificate studies, and master's programs, to strengthen the participants' skills[3].

HAW Hamburg pursues the mission of developing sustainable solutions for the societal challenges of the present and future. The triad "Knowledge, Doing, Changing" reflects the approach where students not only acquire expertise but also apply it practically and tackle social and technological challenges. The university places great importance on interdisciplinary knowledge, problem-solving skills, and a sense of responsibility[2][3].

• Sustainability: A central goal of HAW Hamburg is the development of sustainable solutions for societal challenges. This includes research and teaching in areas such as renewable energies, sustainable energy supply, and environmental engineering[3].
• Digital Transformation: The university actively shapes digital change and sets impulses in digital transformation, both in teaching and research[3].
• International Diversity: People from over 100 nations shape HAW Hamburg, which constitutes its diversity and strength. The university promotes international cooperation and exchange programs[1][3].

• Research and Transfer: HAW Hamburg collaborates transdisciplinarily with external partners from business, culture, politics, and society to develop innovative solutions. Examples include the Business Innovation Lab and the Central Innovation Program for SMEs (ZIM) network[3][5].
• Social Engagement: The university is involved in various social projects, such as the Citizen Science project "Community Health Labor Veddel" and the qualification program for people with disabilities[3].

HAW Hamburg is thus a central player in the Hamburg metropolitan region, standing out through its practice-oriented education, innovative research, and commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.

• 1 - https://www.academics.de/arbeitgeber/haw-hamburg
• 2 - https://www.haw-hamburg.de/hochschule/ueber-uns/
• 3 - https://www.haw-hamburg.de
• 4 - https://www.haw-hamburg.de/ti-dual-firmen/
• 5 - https://www.haw-hamburg.de/hochschule/wirtschaft-und-soziales/departments/wirtschaft/