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Universität Kassel: A Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Teaching
editUniversität Kassel, the northernmost university in Hesse, was founded in 1971 as a comprehensive university and has carried its current name since 2003. It is characterized by a wide range of study programs and a strong interdisciplinary orientation that enables innovative problem-solving.
Key Products and Services
edit- Study Programs: The university offers over a hundred different study programs in eleven subject areas, from engineering and natural sciences to humanities and social sciences[1][3].
- Research: Focus areas include environmental, climate, and energy research, information technology design, nanostructure sciences, and educational research. Interdisciplinary research centers such as INCHER-Kassel and the Kassel Institute for Sustainability are central[1].
- Knowledge Transfer: The university actively promotes knowledge transfer and entrepreneurial culture, which earned it the title of "Gründerhochschule"[1].
Main Mission and Values
editUniversität Kassel pursues a mission based on interdisciplinary collaboration, practical orientation, and innovation. It places great importance on promoting sustainability and inclusion as well as supporting students with disabilities[1][2].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
edit- Sustainable Transformations: A central research focus is on sustainable transformations, driven by the Kassel Institute for Sustainability[1].
- Interdisciplinary Research: The university conducts research that addresses global challenges such as climate change and environmental issues[1].
- Inclusion and Accessibility: The university advocates for accessibility and offers special support services for students with disabilities[1][2].
Universität Kassel is a dynamic place for teaching and research, distinguished by its diversity and commitment to a sustainable future.
Sources:
edit- 1 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universit%C3%A4t_Kassel
- 2 - https://www.uni-kassel.de/uni/studium/nach-der-bewerbung/einfuehrung-und-studienstart
- 3 - https://studieren.de/uni-kassel.hochschule.t-0.a-441.html
- 4 - https://www.uni-kassel.de/uni/universitaet/kontakt-und-standorte
- 5 - https://studiengaenge.zeit.de/hochschule/142/universitaet-kassel