Theologische Hochschule Friedensau

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Located in Friedensau, Germany, Theologische Hochschule Friedensau is a private, state-accredited university operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church that is best known for its specialized academic focus on theology, social work, and health sciences. Its strongest faculties and programs center around Christian theology, social management, and international social work, offering both German and select English-taught tracks designed to address global social and welfare issues. For international students, the campus provides a uniquely close-knit, multicultural community where students from dozens of countries live and study together on a historic, green campus. The university’s International Office offers dedicated support ranging from visa guidance and integration assistance to language courses, ensuring a smooth transition for those arriving from abroad. A distinctive characteristic that sets Friedensau apart is its tranquil, village-like campus setting that fosters an intensive, community-oriented living and learning environment entirely focused on values of service, ethics, and international solidarity.

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Friedensau Adventist University (in German "Theologische Hochschule Friedensau") is a part of the Seventh-day Adventist education system, the world's second largest Christian school system. Located in the village of Friedensau, approximately 120 km from Berlin, the university was established in 1899, and is the oldest Seventh-day Adventist owned university in Europe. Its courses of study and degrees are accredited by the German government. Classes are offered in both German and English and the campus is bilingual. As of 2017, the university had 200 students from 30 countries taking accredited German language courses, including students studying abroad for a year and transferring their studies taken at Friedensau back to their home institutions. The university is also home to a guesthouse, conference facilities, and an outdoor adventure campground, all of which attract visitors each year. The village of Friedensau is home to the Seniorenheim retirement village. The southern half of the village with the school buildings is listed as heritage site of historic, cultural, artistic and urbanistic significance.

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