Pforzheim University, or Hochschule Pforzheim, is an applied sciences university in the Baden-Wuerttemberg city of Pforzheim. One of the largest institutions of its type in the whole of Germany, the school is known across the country for its MBA programs in Industrial Management, and it is accredited to the internationally recognized AACSB standard – a sign of how well-respected its management courses are.
Pforzheim University in numbers
Created in 1877 as a source of technical expertise for the metal working industry in Baden-Wuerttemberg, Pforzheim University has grown to become one of Germany's leading Applied Sciences universities. Hosting over 6,000 students, and many international visitors, the university offers a range of applied management degrees, with a focus on engineering, design, and business.
More about Pforzheim University
Pforzheim University is one of Germany's leading Applied Sciences Universities. As with most institutions of its kind, the Hochschule has a specific area of expertise, which in this case is industrial management. Under this theme, the school offers Masters and Bachelors courses in a range of practical subjects, including branding and engineering, managing modern supply chains, industrial design, and digital marketing. Additionally, it combines these subject areas with tight links to regional industry.
The school's MBA programs are among the most prestigious in Germany and offer direct routes into a diverse range of economic sectors, while facilities like the Gründerwerk Center specialize in company formation and entrepreneurship – helping to seed new companies in the Pforzheim region. While all Bachelors and most Masters are taught in German, provisions are made for international students, and the school maintains cooperative relationships with universities in Japan, Chile, Taiwan, Brazil, and many other nations.
Tuition fees: Baden-Wuerttemberg
Internationals studying for more than one year in the German state of Baden-Wuerttemberg will have to pay a €1,500 tuition fee per semester.
Studying at Pforzheim University
Students who choose to study at Pforzheim University enjoy an excellent student life in an exciting city
There are many reasons to choose to study at Pforzheim University; namely that it has a strong international presence and is incentive to different cultural practices. There are also many reasons to choose to study in Germany itself, including the lack of tuition fees, a high standard of living, and relatively low living costs.
Before embarking on a degree course, many international students need to apply for a Student Visa. There are many requirements when it comes to applying for this, including healthcare cover, proof of living funds and proof of acceptance onto the course.
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Health insurance cover is mandatory by law for all residents in Germany, including international students.
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- Discounted rate for university students aged under 30
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