Hochschule Weihenstephan - Triesdorf

Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf (HSWT) is one of the leading universities for applied life sciences and green engineering, both nationally and internationally. The focus is on excellent teaching with a strong practical relevance and applied research that directly aims to solve local and global challenges. HSWT offers a variety of study programs aimed at the sustainable use and protection of natural resources.

The main mission of HSWT is to contribute to securing the foundations of life for future generations and to the sustainable development of society through practice-relevant education and research. The university stands for the anchoring of the principles of sustainability in society and the economy and is committed to the sustainable use and protection of all natural resources.

HSWT is committed to implementing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In particular, the goals "No Hunger," "Health and Well-Being," "Sustainable Consumption and Production," "Quality Education," "No Poverty," "Gender Equality," "Climate Action," and "Life on Land" are addressed through various thematic areas such as food, nutrition and health, circular economy, training and further education programs, and sustainable agriculture.

A central aspect of the sustainability initiatives is the "African-Bavarian Food Initiative," which involves close collaboration with African institutions to strengthen food supply and the development of value chains in Africa and Bavaria. This initiative is part of a broader cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging (IVV), aimed at leveraging synergies and strengthening the Freising location through innovative projects and partnerships[1].

HSWT is rooted regionally but active internationally. It cooperates with universities and practical partners worldwide, prepares its students for the global job market, and fosters an international lifestyle. The university enables stays abroad with its partners and attracts numerous international students each semester[3].

Through its applied and practice-oriented teaching and research, HSWT makes a significant contribution to solving global challenges and promoting a sustainable and resilient society.

• 1 - https://www.ivv.fraunhofer.de/de/presseinformationen/kooperation-HSWT.html
• 2 - https://www.academics.de/arbeitgeber/hochschule-weihenstephan-triesdorf
• 3 - https://www.hswt.de
• 4 - https://www.academiceurope.com/employer/?id=964
• 5 - https://www.hswt.de/hochschule/organisation