History
Since its official foundation as a technical college (today a university of applied sciences and arts) in 1971, the HAWK has always kept up with the times. The 41 study programmes at the university are a good example of this. Their contents, practical relevance and teaching methods reflect what is expected in the professional fields today and in the future.
Education
We offer 23 Bachelor and 13 Master courses in six faculties and are currently significantly expanding our interdisciplinary approach.HAWK is a certified family-friendly university with model day-care services. Our goal is to provide for barrier-free studies and we bring generations together.
Research
With its research, the HAWK makes valuable contributions to the development of innovation for business and society. With three research focal points as shown on the research map of the German Rectors' Conference as well as other active research groups, the HAWK conducts forward-looking, application- and demand-oriented research at the highest level. In co-operation with universities, it supervises a disproportionately large number of doctorates.
Short Courses
Student services
The International Office offers various services within the range of international affairs:
For International study applicants:
- Consultation and information to study courses, application and admission requirements
- Information to the offer of German language courses
Housing services
An accommodation service is offered for exchange students. You have the possibility to indicate on the application form if you wish an accommodation offer and whether you prefer accommodation at a dormitory or a shared flat. The International Office will try to find a room in the preferred category at a reasonable price and send you a rental contract, which has to be signed and sent back.At our different locations rents (standard category) range from € 200 to € 300 including electricity, water and heating. Additionally, you will need to pay a deposit of one month's rent when you move into your room. When you move out, this deposit will be refunded, assuming that nothing has been damaged.
Campus life
Six faculties of HAWK offer different Bachelor and Master degree courses at three locations in Lower Saxony:
Hildesheim:
- Architecture, Engineering and Conservation
- Design
- Social Work and Health
Holzminden:
- Management, Social Work and Construction
Goettingen:
- Natural Sciences and Technology
- Resource Management