Hochschule Bremen

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Located in Bremen, Germany, Hochschule Bremen is a dynamic university of applied sciences renowned for its strong practice-oriented approach to engineering, business administration, and social sciences. The institution is particularly well known for its globally focused degree offerings, many of which integrate mandatory international semesters or internships into the curriculum. For international students, the university provides a welcoming environment supported by an International Office that assists with arrival, housing, and integration through orientation programs and German language courses. While many undergraduate programs are taught in German, the university also offers several English-taught master's degrees, particularly in international business and engineering fields. A distinctive characteristic of the university is its mandatory study-abroad or practical international phase for nearly all degree programs, ensuring every graduate gains tangible cross-cultural competence alongside their professional qualifications.

Background

Founded in 1982, Hochschule Bremen – City University of Applied Sciences (short: HSB) (German: Hochschule Bremen (HSB)) is a public University of Applied Sciences (UAS) located in Bremen, Germany. In 1982, this university evolved from the fusion of four Universities of Applied Sciences in Bremen: the Universities for technology, business, social pedagogy and social economy, and nautics. It is the second largest academic institution in the federal state of Bremen. Round 9,000 students from over 100 countries (12/2024) are enrolled in about 70 degree programmes across five faculties. In the field of continuing education the International Graduate Centre (IGC) enhances the range of study programmes. Since September 2023 Konrad Wolf is Rektor of the HSB.

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