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HS Offenburg Studies Master's Programs Maschinenbau/Mechanical Engineering Maschinenbau/Mechanical Engineering Do you want to build on your bachelor's degree in Maschinenbau/Mechanical Engineering and develop a clear professional profile? The Master’s in Maschinenbau/Mechanical Engineering will provide a specialization in foundational engineering knowledge while giving you the freedom to pursue your own areas of focus. Focus on topics such as hydrogen technology, automotive engineering, or Biomechanik, and prepare yourself for challenging roles in industry or a Ph.D. program. Apply now Academic Advising Profile Degree Master of Science (M. Sc.) Study Language German Standard period of study 3 Semester Starts of study Summer and winter semesters Application deadline January 15 / July 15 (application period for winter semester 2026/2027 extended until September 18) Admission requirements completed bachelor's degree ECTS 90 Credits Place of study Campus Offenburg Selection process Yes (NC) Do you have any questions about the application or enrollment process? The team at the Zulassungsamt will be happy to assist you: Email: zulassungsamt@hs-offenburg.de Phone: 0781 205-4792 (Mon–Thu 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Tue 1:00 PM–3:00 PM) In person: Room: A 007 Everything you need to know Course Content During the first two semesters, you will engage in specialization in your foundational engineering knowledge through courses such as Advanced Mathematics, Engineering Mechanics, and Engineering Thermodynamics. At the same time, you will choose your preferred courses from a wide range of required electives. You can focus on the following areas: Hydrogen Technology Automotive Biomechanik Mechatronics Product development Simulation Materials Science In your term paper and the accompanying seminar, you’ll learn to solve complex problems using methodology. This is excellent preparation for your master’s thesis, which you’ll complete in the 3rd semester. Here, you’ll conduct scientific research on a topic of your choice. We emphasize team-oriented work: In seminars and projects, you’ll strengthen your soft skills and learn to tackle complex challenges together. By the way: In the Master’s program, you’ll learn in small groups and always have direct access to your instructors. Semester 1 Wahlmodul Technik mit Schwerpunkten Finite Elemente Methode Höhere Mathematik und Technische Mechanik Seminararbeit mit Präsentation Semester 2 Wahlmodul Technik mit Schwerpunkten Mobile Antriebs- systeme und Thermodynamik Numerische Fluidmechanik Modellbildung und Simulation Seminararbeit mit Präsentation Semester 3 Master Thesis mit Präsentation Key Areas If you earn at least 18 ECTS credits (including a seminar paper) in a specific field, we will explicitly indicate this area of concentration on your transcript. Hydrogen technology Green hydrogen is the key to storing and transporting renewable energy. As an engineer, you can play an active role in transforming our energy system. After all, the energy transition can only succeed with professionals and leaders who have a solid foundation of knowledge. And even if your path takes you in a different direction later on, a broad foundation will always open doors for you. Automotive In the Automotive track, you’ll bring topics like lightweight construction and battery-electric powertrains directly to the road. Through projects like the Schluckspecht or the Black Forest Formula Team , you’ll contribute to the development of highly efficient vehicles. Specializations in topics such as technical acoustics or the Lattice Boltzmann method will sharpen your expertise in the vehicle engineering of the future. Biomechanics How do we improve prosthetics, orthotics, and sports equipment? In Biomechanik, you’ll develop and test systems that facilitate interaction between people and technology. In our in-house Biomechanik lab, you’ll learn about state-of-the-art 3D motion analysis to precisely evaluate innovative products and answer specific research questions. Mechatronics In mechatronics, you combine electrical engineering, Maschinenbau, and Informatik into a cohesive whole. This interdisciplinary approach is in greater demand than ever on the job market. You’ll learn everything about industrial digitalization and modern mobility. And you’ll apply your knowledge directly in student projects such as the Black Forest Formula Team , Schluckspecht, and Sweaty . Product Development Innovation is a structured process. We’ll show you how to systematically solve technical problems using best-practice methods such as TRIZ or the Advanced Innovation Design Approach, including AI-Inventive-Design. This will enable you to create forward-looking products with real market potential. Become an expert in innovation management and learn how to drive real breakthroughs in industry. Simulation Before machines or processes are ready for the market, they must pass simulation tests. Here, you will learn the necessary tools: computational fluid dynamics, modeling and simulation, finite element methods, multibody dynamics, and even Lagrangian neural networks. Building on your foundational knowledge of advanced mathematics and Engineering Mechanics IV, you will create digital models that are indispensable in modern development. Materials Science Components must withstand increasingly complex stresses while remaining energy-efficient. In materials engineering, you will explore how materials behave during manufacturing and in operation. In elective courses such as high-temperature materials mechanics and materials-based FEM, you will combine theoretical models with practical application in our computer labs. Perspectives A Master of Science degree opens many doors for you—both regionally and internationally. Since our degree offers equal opportunities to a university degree, you have excellent prospects for leadership positions or a career in the civil service. Direct Entry into the Workforce: Through the department’s close ties to global market leaders in the region, you’ll find the right entry point. Work as a development engineer on exciting projects that align with your chosen specialization. Or pursue a management role within a company, building on the fundamentals you’ve learned in courses like the elective in Business Management. Academic career: Want to continue researching? The master’s degree qualifies you for a Ph.D. At Hochschule Offenburg, Ph.D. programs are available through a doctoral consortium or in a cooperative format. Contact the research institutes directly or speak with the project leaders. Fees and Funding Semester Tuition and Fees Hochschule Offenburg charges an administrative fee of 80.00 euros per semester and a social contribution of 65.00 euros for the Studierendenwerk Freiburg. In addition, the University’s student body charges all enrolled students a student body fee of 25.00 euros per semester to fulfill its responsibilities. Students on leave of absence from their studies are also required to pay these fees; however, foreign students enrolled on a temporary basis are exempt pursuant to Section 60(1), sentence 2, of the Higher Education Act (LHG). = 170 euros per semester Additional costs for PLUS Education degree programs (degree programs with a teaching certification option) For students in the following bachelor's programs Elektrotechnik/Informationstechnik PLUS Pädagogik Mechatronik PLUS Pädagogik Media Technology/Business PLUS Education Wirtschaftsinformatik PLUS Pädagogik an additional fee of 28.00 euros for local public transportation (semester ticket) applies, in accordance with the fees regulations of the Freiburg Studierendenwerk. Note: You pay the semester fee to Hochschule Offenburg; however, you are enrolled at both Hochschule Offenburg and Freiburg University of Education. Additional Costs for International Master's Programs Students in international master's programs must also pay a flat-rate service fee of 150.00 euros per semester. Tuition Fees for International Students and Students Pursuing a Second Degree Since the 2017/18 winter semester, universities in the state of Baden-Württemberg have been charging international students tuition fees of 1,500.00 euros per semester and students pursuing a second degree 650.00 euros per semester. You can find more information about these fees here: https://www.landesrecht-bw.de/bsbw/document/jlr-HSchulGebGBWrahmen https://mwk.baden-wuerttemberg.de/de/universities-studies/studying-in-bw/studying-financing/fees-for international students and second studies/faqs?highlight=Studying-fees http://www.bw-studyguide.de/en/studying/finance-and-funding.html Exceptions to Tuition Fees for International Students : According to Section 3 of the LHGebG, international students who are not citizens of an EU/EEA country and do not hold a German university entrance qualification are required to pay tuition fees. However, the law provides for a few exceptions. To determine whether you are required to pay tuition fees, you can use the following information form and send it, completed and accompanied by the necessary supporting documents, to studiengebuehren@hs-offenburg.de : Tuition Fee Information Form (PDF) To apply for an exemption from tuition fees, please use the corresponding application form: Application for Tuition Fee Exemption for International Students (PDF) Application for Tuition Fee Exemption for a Second Degree Program (PDF) Pursuant to Section 6, Paragraphs 4 and 5 of the LHGebG, Hochschule Offenburg may fully or partially exempt a limited number of international students from tuition fees if it deems them to be particularly gifted. The requirements, etc., are set forth in the bylaws governing tuition fee exemptions for international students based on exceptional talent. Students at the University can find more detailed information in the relevant announcement on the intranet. BAföG Information about BAföG is available on the website of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research . If you have any questions about BAföG, the Freiburg-Schwarzwald Studierendenwerk— which is responsible for Hochschule Offenburg—will also be happy to assist you under the “Money” section. You can submit applications for financial aid at the Studierendenwerk’s branch office on the Offenburg campus. Studierendenwerk Branch Office Badstraße 24, 77652 Offenburg Phone: 0781 205-328 Office hours: Mon and Wed from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., as well as by telephone appointment Here you’ll find a PDF in which we’ve summarized the criteria for what are known as “standard achievements”—the requirements you must demonstrate to continue receiving funding after two years of BAföG support. Contact Person for M+V BAföG Coordinator, M+V Department Gleißle, Susanne Prof. Dr.-Ing. +49 781 205-4790 susanne.gleissle@hs-offenburg.de Scholarships A scholarship takes the financial pressure off you. Find the right support in our overview of scholarship programs . Application Your Application, Step by Step Here's how to submit your application for your master's program quickly and easily. Application period: extended until September 18, 2026 Step 1: Registration and Online Application First, create an account on our applicant portal. You will receive an email with your password—please keep it safe. Once you have confirmed your account, you can fill out your application online and submit it directly. Please print out the application for admission and sign it. You can apply for up to 3 programs at the same time. In this case, please print out the corresponding application form for each program you wish to apply to. Each of your applications has an equal chance of being granted admission. Please check carefully in advance what admission requirements apply to your desired master’s program. Go to the applicant portal Step 2: Send documents by mail Send us your signed application along with the other documents (see checklist (German, pdf) ) by mail. If you are applying for multiple degree programs (up to 3), we need a complete set of your documents in paper form for each application. Address: Hochschule Offenburg Admissions Office Badstraße 24 77652 Offenburg Important notes: Completeness matters: We will only process your application if all documents have been received by us by the deadline (deadline: January 15 / July 15). For mail submissions, the date the letter arrives at our office applies, not the postmark. Include your applicant number: If you submit documents later, please always include your applicant number. You can find it on your application form. Checklist (German, pdf) for Master’s Applications Your current status After you have submitted your online enrollment, you can log in to the applicant portal at any time to check the status of your enrollment. There you will also find out if we need anything else from you. Do you have any questions about the application or enrollment process? The team at the Zulassungsamt will be happy to assist you: Email: zulassungsamt@hs-offenburg.de Phone: 0781 205-4792 (Mon–Thu 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Tue 1:00 PM–3:00 PM) In person: Room: A 007 Highlights from the study program Do you have any questions about the application or enrollment process? The team at the Zulassungsamt will be happy to assist you: Email: zulassungsamt@hs-offenburg.de Phone: 0781 205-4792 (Mon–Thu 9:00 AM–12:00 PM, Tue 1:00 PM–3:00 PM) In person: Room: A 007 Contacts Dean of Studies Waltersberger, Bernd Prof. Dr.-Ing. +49 781 205-4730 bernd.waltersberger@hs-offenburg.de Downloads Study and Examination Regulations (German, PDF) StuPO General Provisions (German, PDF) StuPO Abbreviations (German, PDF) Module Handbook (German, PDF) Learning Objectives (German, PDF) Competency Matrix (German, PDF) Links Academic Advising Getting Started

HS Offenburg Studies Master's Programs Process Engineering Process Engineering In this English-language master’s program, you’ll combine chemical engineering with biotechnology or food technology. You’ll conduct research on biofuels derived from waste, develop clean energy from biomass, or ensure the quality of our food. What makes this program unique: You’ll study one semester in Offenburg and one semester at our partner university in Olsztyn, Poland. By the end, you’ll have two degrees under your belt and be prepared for the multicultural environment of chemical engineering. Profile Degree Master of Science (M. Sc.) Study Language English Standard period of study 3 Semester Starts of study Winter semester Application deadline March 31 (resident outside the EU) / July 15 (resident within the EU) Admission requirements completed bachelor's degree in a related field, APS (for applicants from China, India, and Vietnam) Language requirements TOEFL iBT 79 or IELTS 6.0 Practical requirements Internship or verifiable practical experience desirable ECTS 90 Credits Place of study Hochschule Offenburg, UWM (Poland) Selection process Yes (NC) Everything You Need to Know Course Content In this English-language dual degree program, you will specialize and expand your knowledge in chemical and thermal process engineering, biotechnology, or food technology. 1st Semester (Offenburg) At Hochschule Offenburg, we focus on a research-oriented education with a strong practical focus. Your areas of emphasis: Gasification, pyrolysis, and combustion of biomass Production, treatment, and storage of biogas Impact-based environmental analysis 2nd Semester (Olsztyn) At the University of Warmia and Mazury (UWM), you’ll choose your specialization. State-of-the-art laboratories for environmental biotechnology or food technology are available to you: Division of Environmental Biotechnology Environmental Impact Toxicology (specifically: the fishing industry and landfills) Water and Sludge Treatment Genetic engineering Biopolymers and Biofuels Division of Food Technology Food physics and rheology Food Quality and Safety Management Fundamentals of Nutrition Novel Food Products 3rd Semester (Anywhere) Time for your master’s thesis. You can write it at HSO, UWM, another university, a research institute, or an industrial company of your choice. Perspectives After earning your dual degree, you’ll be ready for a career in the public sector, the private sector, or academia—and you’ll have valuable intercultural skills. In today’s multicultural world of process engineering, these skills are more important than ever. We typically find our graduates in: the chemical industry the pharmaceutical industry biotechnology companies medical companies mechanical and plant engineering companies Government and non-governmental regulatory agencies Insurance companies Research institutes Higher education institutions A Ph.D. in process engineering is also a possibility: Through collaborations with our partner universities, there is an opportunity to pursue a Ph.D. in joint projects. Application Would you like to join our international master’s program in Process Engineering? If you meet the requirements, we look forward to receiving your online application via HISinOne. We offer 20 spots per academic year—so don’t miss your chance! Here’s what happens next: You can find the application deadlines for the winter semester in the program overview. Once you’ve entered your personal information in HISinOne, our selection process begins. In April, we’ll let you know if you’ve made the shortlist. If so, the next step is simple: you’ll receive a link to upload your complete application materials. And we’ll get back to you! Important notes: Proof of English proficiency: We accept the following certificates at the academic level: TOEFL iBT: min. 79 points IELTS: min. 6.0 (in all sections) Cambridge Certificate Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic We do not accept confirmations from other universities regarding the language of instruction (e.g., “Medium of Instruction”). Provisional Application: You may apply even if you do not yet have your bachelor’s degree. Transcript of Records: To assess your academic suitability, you must upload your current bachelor’s transcript to the online portal. FAQ – what you should know Fees and Cost Students at Hochschule Offenburg must pay certain fee(s) for each semester: Administrative fee per semester: €80.00 (waived for exchange students from partner universities and special scholarship recipients who are not pursuing a degree) Social contribution per semester for the Freiburg-Black Forest Student Services Organization: €65.00 (for the cafeteria, dormitories, counseling centers, etc.) Contribution to the Student Government per semester: €25.00 (waived for recipients of special scholarships and exchange students from partner universities, who are not pursuing a degree) Flat-rate service fee per semester for students in the Graduate School’s international master’s programs: €150.00 (for housing placement, field trips and excursions, mentors, etc.). Tuition fees per semester charged by the State of Baden-Württemberg for non-EU citizens: €1,500.00. You are exempt from the €1,500.00 tuition fees if you: are a citizen of the European Union and/or the European Economic Community, are the spouse or child of a citizen of the European Union and/or the European Economic Community, have earned your high school diploma in Germany, are recognized as a refugee in Germany, are an exchange student from a partner university. MBA tuition fees for students in the International Business Consulting program: a total of €10,400.00 for the entire program (3 semesters). Students in the MBA program do not pay any additional tuition fees to the State of Baden-Württemberg. Semester tuition fee charged by the State of Baden-Württemberg for a second degree program: €650.00 (only for students who are exempt from the State of Baden-Württemberg’s tuition fee of €1,500.00 and have already earned a master’s degree in a consecutive degree program in Germany). This information is provided without guarantee. The current laws of the State of Baden-Württemberg are legally binding. For more information on tuition fees, visit the following website: https://mwk.baden-wuerttemberg.de/de/hochschulen-studium/studium/studienfinanzierung/gebuehren-fuer-internationale-studierende-und-zweitstudium/ The respective payment deadlines will be announced with the letter of admission. Exchange students from partner universities and recipients of special scholarships may pay the student service fee after arriving in Offenburg. Before Arrival Do I need a visa? Students from non-EU countries must obtain a student visa. A tourist visa is not sufficient. Apply approximately three months before arrival. Do I need to prove financial resources? Yes. You must demonstrate you can cover your living expenses, approximately €11,904 for the first year. This can be done via a blocked account, scholarship, or proof of savings. Is health insurance required? Yes, all students must have valid health insurance for enrollment. You can use German student insurance or a recognized international plan. After Arrival What should I do immediately after arriving in Offenburg? Complete enrollment at the university to receive your student ID (“OSKAR”) and login credentials. Open a German bank account for rent, insurance, and other payments. Confirm health and liability insurance coverage. Register your address at the town hall and visit the immigration office for a residence permit if required (non-EU students). Pay the broadcasting fee (€18.36 per household per month). Is there an orientation or welcome program? Yes. All new students are invited to orientation sessions, including a special introduction for international students. This provides an opportunity to meet peers and become familiar with the university before classes begin. Is there support before arrival? Yes, the university provides a Buddy Program to connect incoming students with current students who can help with housing, paperwork, and settling in. Services We are dedicated to fostering a welcoming atmosphere to ensure you have a successful and enjoyable time at Hochschule Offenburg. Here are some of the key services we provide: Accomodation Intercultural competence certificationat Orientation Events Senior Service Cultural Program Buddy Program Summer language course Highlights from the Study Program Climate protection from the reactor From the outside, it’s just a glass container with a few tubes. But inside the reactor, something is happening that drives young engineer Buse: the transformation of an invisible climate killer. This report explores what she hopes to achieve with her research and how she’s gaining confidence in the process. Read more Your partner university in Poland The University of Warmia and Mazury (UWM) – also known as the University of Warmia and Mazury – is a true heavyweight in research. Located in Olsztyn, in the heart of the Masurian Lake District, it consistently ranks among the world’s top research institutions according to the CWUR rankings. You will spend your second semester and, if you choose, complete your master’s thesis in Olsztyn. Here, you will experience excellent teaching and research that sets global standards. Olsztyn city centre Allenstein Castle Lake Ukiel How it all began: From Offenburg to Olsztyn What began in 1981 as a bold relief effort is now a cornerstone of a strong academic partnership: The German-Polish dual degree programs at Hochschule Offenburg are built on a friendship that has grown during times of crisis. Stepping up when it counts In the midst of the Polish economic crisis of the 1980s, citizens of Offenburg sent a message of solidarity. They launched a relief effort for the 180,000 residents of Olsztyn. Georg Dietrich, a freight forwarder from Offenburg, didn’t hesitate: He immediately offered to provide a free relief transport. On August 22, 1981, after a grueling 29-hour journey, he arrived in Olsztyn with 18 tons of goods. It marked the beginning of a connection that endures to this day. The “Christmas Bridge,” or: A Diplomatic Thriller Things became particularly emotional in December 1981: Under the motto “Children Help Children,” schools in Offenburg collected 7,800 packages of candy and toys. But politics got in the way: The communist regimes wanted to stop the publicity, and border officials harassed the convoy. Only an intervention by the Foreign Ministry and a lucky coincidence—a meeting between Helmut Schmidt and Erich Honecker—clear the way. Just hours after the convoy crosses the border under the protection of the broader diplomatic climate, martial law is imposed in Poland. Georg Dietrich and his team escape at the last second. The Bridge Is Secure In the late 1990s, Prof. Dr. Johannes Vinke brings music to the relationship: During a choir tour, he establishes initial contacts with the University of Warmia and Mazury (UWM). Personal encounters soon give way to academic exchange. The Georg and Maria Dietrich Foundation has sustained this commitment since 1998 with scholarships and seed funding. The success of this bridge today: 2009: Launch of the first dual master’s program in “Process Engineering” 2012: Support for the construction of Building E at the HSO 2018: Launch of the second dual master’s program in “Biotechnology” Today, Rector Prof. Dr. Stephan Trahasch and his Polish colleague Prof. Dr. Jerzy Andrzej Przyborowski continue this tradition. For example, through cultural exchange or joint academic conferences. This is how we bring education to life across borders. Contact Persons Coordinator Sosnik, Izabela +49 781 205-4627 izabela.sosnik@hs-offenburg.de Dean of Studies Biollaz, Heide Prof. Dr. sc. techn. +49 781 205-4657 heide.biollaz@hs-offenburg.de Student secretariat Eisenmann, Renata Diplom-Kauffrau +49 781 205-4964 renata.eisenmann@hs-offenburg.de Downloads Study and Examination Regulations (StuPO, PDF) StuPO Allgemeiner Teil (German, PDF) StuPO Abkürzungen (German, PDF) Module Handbook (English, PDF) Learning Objectives (PDF) Competency Matrix (PDF)

HS Offenburg Transfer Get Involved Partnerships for Recruitment & Careers Success requires the right people. As Hochschule Offenburg, we are your direct link to highly qualified young professionals. Meet talented students in person on campus, use our digital career portal, or partner with us to train skilled professionals. Here you’ll find the right options for your recruiting and talent development efforts. Career Events StudiumPLUS Germany Scholarship Contact Zwach, Olivia +49 781 205-4864 olivia.zwach@hs-offenburg.de Meet Talents in Person: Our Events Career-Messe Over the past few years, the Hochschule Offenburg Career Fair has established itself as one of the most important career fairs in the Upper Rhine region. Once a year, more than 120 companies gather here to meet young professionals—including those in the fields of Maschinenbau, Informatik, environmental engineering, Medizintechnik, media, and management consulting. At the Oberrheinhalle in Offenburg, you’ll have the exclusive opportunity to present your company to our students, who have no classes on that day. Use the fair to fill internships, final theses, or entry-level positions. With our sponsorship packages, you’ll ensure high visibility. Please accept YouTube content This video is provided by YouTube. By accepting, you agree that your data will be transmitted to YouTube. For more information, please see our privacy policy. Accept YouTube content Next date Wednesday, November 4, 2026 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Oberrheinhalle Registration Career-Network Career-Network is the perfect setting for more informal networking. In the relaxed atmosphere of a campus lunch break, you can make connections for internships or direct entry into the workforce. No need for elaborate booth setups—just coffee and good conversation. We’ll take care of the venue and refreshments. And you’ll provide the conversation. Next Date Summer Semester 2027; the date will be announced after the summer break. If you are interested in participating, please contact Olivia Zwach. The HSO Career Portal: powered by JobTeaser JobTeaser is our central platform where you can connect directly with students and alumni of Hochschule Offenburg. Over 100 companies are already using JobTeaser to attract young talent for internships, final theses, or direct entry into the workforce. You can currently reach around 1,000 students and access over 400 resumes of future specialists and executives in the talent pool. Your benefits with JobTeaser: Company Profile : Present yourself as an attractive employer. Job Board : Post as many job openings as you like on your own. Event Management: Announce your own career events. Sign Up You can purchase an annual subscription to JobTeaser for €1,000 (plus VAT). You will then receive your registration link via email to create your profile. Sign up for JobTeaser Good to know: Companies with a sponsorship agreement can use JobTeaser at no additional cost. Just send us a quick email and we’ll look into it. Contact Zwach, Olivia +49 781 205-4864 olivia.zwach@hs-offenburg.de Questions & Answers How does the registration process work? You can sign up for JobTeaser here: https://events.hs-offenburg.de/event/410/ You will then receive a link via email that you can use to create your profile on JobTeaser. We will send you the invoice separately. When does the annual plan start and end? Your access will be active for a full year starting on the day of booking. There is no automatic renewal. We will send you a timely email reminder before your subscription expires so that you can continue advertising without interruption. Are there any free options? Access to JobTeaser generally requires a fee. However, we offer customized solutions for startups and nonprofit organizations with limited budgets. Please contact us, and we’ll be happy to see how we can support you. Does my involvement count as sponsorship? Do you already have a sponsorship partnership with Hochschule Offenburg (starting at approximately €5,000 per year, without a donation receipt)? If so, you can use JobTeaser at no additional cost. Just send us a quick email, and we’ll activate your access right away. Can I post individual job listings? We are committed to fostering long-term connections between companies and students in the region. For this reason, we offer only the annual plan, which includes an unlimited number of job postings. What are some alternatives to JobTeaser? JobTeaser has replaced emails, PDF attachments, and on-site notices, because we are convinced that this type of networking and targeted outreach is beneficial for everyone involved. I already have an account. Where do I log in? Once your company profile has been created, you can log in directly through the portal at any time. Please use this link (Access for Companies & Alumni). Your Path to New Skilled Workers: Become a StudiumPLUS Partner Don’t wait for tomorrow’s skilled workers—train them together with us. As a StudiumPLUS partner of Hochschule Offenburg, you can bring motivated talent directly into your team—either through a combination of dual training and a bachelor’s degree or through our trainee program. Become part of our strong network in the Ortenau region! StudiumPLUS Ausbildung Make your apprenticeship program unbeatable and attract high-performing high school graduates to your company. Innovative recruiting: Offer the attractive combination of an IHK certificate and a bachelor's degree. This will increase your number of applicants and help you reach a new target audience. Practical Knowledge: You’ll train the next generation of professionals who perfectly combine practical skills with academic expertise. Early Engagement: Win over talented individuals with your corporate culture even during their training. Zero risk, full innovation: As a StudiumPLUS partner, you assume no financial obligations toward the University. However, you benefit from technology and knowledge transfer through the StudiumPLUS students. StudiumPLUS Trainee Incorporate students with a bachelor's degree or a master's degree into your teams on a permanent basis. Targeted talent development: Get to know potential professionals early on and prepare them individually for a permanent position. Set your own standards: You determine the selection process. Whether based on subject grades or soft skills, you’ll find exactly the right people to fit your team. Exclusive visibility: Showcase your organization as an attractive employer on our StudiumPLUS page and recruit talent from current degree programs. Legal certainty: Our cooperation agreement provides you with a clear framework. We’d be happy to advise you on your options for tailoring the agreement. The StudiumPLUS Network The StudiumPLUS Network Many well-known companies in the region are already partnering with us. Here you’ll find all of our current partners and the corresponding degree programs or apprenticeship programs. Get inspired and become part of this success story yourself. View the list of StudiumPLUS Ausbildung partners View the list of StudiumPLUS Trainee partners How to Become a Partner Would you like to strengthen your team with StudiumPLUS students? You can join as a partner company at any time of the year. We’d be happy to send you a sample agreement with no obligation and answer any questions you may have in a personal meeting. Contact Andreae, Bärbel +49 781 205-4678 baerbel.andreae@hs-offenburg.de Investing in the Best: The Deutschlandstipendium Outstanding achievements deserve strong partners. Through the Deutschlandstipendium, we work together to support talented and dedicated students. What makes this special is that your financial contribution has double the impact. For every euro you donate, the federal government matches it with one euro. This way, you support talented students with a total of 300 euros per month while also strengthening the culture of scholarships in our region. Your benefits as a scholarship donor: Tailored selection: You choose exactly the scholarship recipients who are a good fit for your company, both professionally and personally. Direct interaction: Build relationships with the talented students you support. For example, through one-on-one conversations, company tours, or invitations to your company open houses. Visibility as a sponsoring partner: You position yourself as a responsible company and an attractive employer for the next generation of skilled professionals in the Ortenau region. Become a Sponsoring Partner A scholarship amounts to €300 per month. As a private scholarship provider, you cover €150 of this amount. By committing to funding for 2 semesters (a total of €1,800 per year), you provide a talented student with full support. Individuals also have the option of jointly funding scholarships on a pro-rata basis. Questions & Answers Can I choose “my” scholarship recipients? Yes. As a funding partner of the Deutschlandstipendium, you have the opportunity to select, from among the recipients, the scholarship recipients who are the best fit for your company and to specifically choose them to receive your support. Do I have direct contact with the students? Yes, because we encourage you to get to know the students. You have the opportunity to invite your scholarship recipients to one-on-one meetings or to introduce them to your company through a tour or an open house. This fosters long-term personal connections. Together, we’re helping you recruit skilled professionals while also supporting the students’ professional development. Contact Tjaden, Ulrich Dr. phil. +49 781 205-270 ulrich.tjaden@hs-offenburg.de You can find answers to other frequently asked questions about the Deutschlandstipendium on the website of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research .

HS Offenburg Transfer Insights See how knowledge is turned into tangible results at Hochschule Offenburg (HSO). We’ll take you on a tour of our research institutes and show you how we’re working together through partnerships to drive progress in the region.

HS Offenburg Research Research Groups 4D-Printing "4D Printing" Research Group In 4D printing, previously static, 3D-printed components are given the ability to change in form or function over time. To achieve this, special materials are required that enable such changes. At its core, 4D printing therefore involves the use of intelligent materials in additive manufacturing. These intelligent materials are also known as smart materials. The term “smart materials” refers to any material that responds to an external stimulus with a useful effect. Consequently, the properties of smart materials can be directly influenced by changing environmental factors. This can affect the shape, volume, color, tension, or other properties of the smart materials. Because of this characteristic, the use of smart materials forms the basis for 4D printing. Future applications of 4D printing technology are anticipated in the medical field and in the field of soft robotics. Since the technology is currently still in a very early stage of development, it is expected that additional areas of application and potential will be explored and identified in the future. The “4D Printing” research group is currently conducting experimental studies and simulations on the topic of “4D printing.” The focus regarding the smart materials used is currently on polymer materials and polymer composites with magnetic properties. More Information Current Research Topics Currently, the research focus is on magnetic polymer composites and magnetomechanical simulation. Here, materials consisting of an elastic polymer and embedded magnetic particles—such as neodymium particles—are investigated, tested, and simulated. To enable specific movements, key requirements for the material are first identified and experimentally examined. At the same time, the multiphysics simulation software COMSOL is used to simulate the execution of a specific movement in response to an external magnetic field. The insights gained are intended to enable the reliable implementation and simulation of specific, simple movements of the composite materials. SoSe25: Additive Manufacturing Workshop for Students on 4D Printing of Soft Robots—Development, Design, and Fabrication of a Soft Robot in the Form of a Bionic Muscle Final theses If you're interested in writing a final thesis on "4D printing," please feel free to contact us! Just reach out to one of the contacts listed in the right-hand column. Below are some interesting topics that would be suitable for a final thesis: "Extending a 3D printer with a rotational axis for applications in 4D printing" (PDF) , Contact: Prof. Dr.-Ing. S. Junk, start possible as early as the Winter Semester 25/26. "Basic investigation of magnet-responsive materials in pellet 3D printing (PEM – Pellet Extrusion Modeling)" (PDF) , contact: Daniel Kehret, M.Sc., start possible as early as the Winter/Spring semester 25/26. (PDF) "Selection and Application of a Helmholtz Coil for Activating a Magnet-Responsive Soft Robot" (PDF) , Contact: Daniel Kehret, M.Sc., Start possible as early as the Winter/Spring semester 25/26. "Investigation of the Application and Magnetization of Magnet-Responsive Materials" (PDF) , Contact: Daniel Kehret, M.Sc., Start possible as early as the Winter/Spring semester 25/26. (PDF) "Development of a Measurement Method for the Magnetic Properties of a Material in Accordance with the IEC 60404 Standard" (PDF) , Contact: Daniel Kehret, M.Sc., Start possible as early as the Winter/Spring semester 25/26. Publications You can find our publications on OPUS , the Hochschule Offenburg's institutional repository. Team Junk, Stefan Prof. Dr.-Ing. +49 7803 9698-4421 stefan.junk@hs-offenburg.de Seifert, Thomas Prof. Dr.-Ing. +49 781 205-436 thomas.seifert@hs-offenburg.de Velten, Dirk Prof. Dr.-Ing. +49 781 205-435 dirk.velten@hs-offenburg.de Quadbeck, Peter Prof. Dr.-Ing. +49 781 205-4708 peter.quadbeck@hs-offenburg.de Wendt, Thomas Prof. Dr.-Ing. +49 781 205-4956 thomas.wendt@hs-offenburg.de Lienhard, Jörg Prof. Dr.-Ing. +49 781 205-4945 joerg.lienhard@hs-offenburg.de Müller, Pascale Dr. +49 781 205-376 pascale.mueller@hs-offenburg.de Hangst, Nikolai +49 781 205-1132 nikolai.hangst@hs-offenburg.de Kehret, Daniel +49 7803 9698-4406 daniel.kehret@hs-offenburg.de Blöchle, Jennifer Jasmin +49 781 205-1125 jennifer.bloechle@hs-offenburg.de Henkel, Marvin +49 7803 9698-4402 marvin.henkel@hs-offenburg.de Kick, Maxine +49 781 205-4664 maxine.kick@hs-offenburg.de Schrock, Steffen Dr.-Ing. +49 7803 9698-4486 steffen.schrock@hs-offenburg.de Dierle, Alexander +49 781 205-1138 alexander.dierle@hs-offenburg.de

HS Offenburg Research Research Services Services for Researchers The CRT – Campus Research and Transfer – is the central contact point for research and development projects at Hochschule Offenburg. The CRT-Team serves both internal researchers at Offenburg University and external companies, public agencies and research institutions. Our services include: Information and advising on public research funding programs from the state, federal government, the EU, foundations, etc. Support in applying for funding Advice on drafting concepts and proposals for contract research Contact and networking services for companies and other external parties interested in research Provision of sample contracts and review of cooperation agreements Administration of third-party funds (controlling) for the R&D projects Statistics and evaluation (R&D database/project register, annual reports) Research marketing: support for research-related trade fairs and events We use specific event formats to keep both the university community ("Forschung auf dem Campus") and interested specialist audiences ("Unternehmen Zukunft") informed about the University's research and development activities. Research and Ethics All academically active members and staff of Offenburg University of Applied Sciences handle the constitutionally guaranteed freedom of research responsibly. They are obliged to carry out research projects honestly and, as part of the standards of good scientific practice, to comply with research ethical framework conditions and standards. These include, in particular, ethical standards of humane treatment, dignity, self-determination and autonomy of human beings, but also a thorough assessment of the consequences of research, including the risks associated with safety-relevant research (dual use). The Ethics Committee for Research Projects enables researchers to independently assess the research ethics implications of their projects. If they submit an application for the review of a research project, it issues an ethics vote to ensure that ethical responsibility towards humans, society and nature is appropriately perceived throughout the entire research process and that possible consequences and risks of the research are comprehensively weighed, examined and documented. Contact Please contact us. We’d be happy to answer your questions at: ethikkommission@hs-offenburg.de Good Scientific Practice The rules of good scientific practice are the central standard and basis for research work at Offenburg University of Applied Sciences. Adherence to, control of and communication of these standards is the core task of science; they are part of the professional ethos and quality assurance of scientific work. Based on the guidelines of the German Research Foundation (DFG), the Offenburg University of Applied Sciences has adopted its statutes for safeguarding good scientific practice as well as rules of procedure for dealing with scientific misconduct. These set out the principles of good scientific practice, which are binding for all academic staff and students at the university. The ombudspersons of the Offenburg University of Applied Sciences are available as a confidential and independent point of contact for questions about good academic practice and for information about possible academic misconduct. Ombudspersons for Good Scientific Practice Ombudsperson Stefan Junk Assistant Ombudsperson Dominik Giel Downloads Bylaws on Ensuring Good Scientific Practice at Hochschule Offenburg Hochschule Offenburg Rules of Procedure for Addressing Research Misconduct Equality in Research Equality and equal opportunities are important approaches to attracting talent in research and innovation management. However, they are also instruments for promoting democratic and equal structures. Offenburg University of Applied Sciences therefore supports the implementation of all measures that promote equality and equal opportunities in research as well. The equal opportunities policy of Hochschule Offenburg complies in its entirety with the requirements of the European Commission's Horizon Europe framework programme for research and innovation . Researchers at Hochschule Offenburg are called upon to take these requirements into account when designing their research projects. Research Data Management Research data has long-term benefits for research and science and the potential for extensive reuse and dissemination in society. The guidelines on research data management at Offenburg University provide our researchers with guidance on how to handle research data. Information and support services offered by the university on research data management can be found on the intranet portal. Downloads Guidelines for Research Data Management at Hochschule Offenburg (PDF)

HS Offenburg Transfer Transfer Projects TrinTEd TrinTEd The TrinTEd project aims to raise students’ awareness of career opportunities in neighboring countries and to equip them with new intercultural skills that can be applied in a cross-border context. During weekend exchange events, students divided into trinational groups will benefit from technical training opportunities in various fields. Their findings will be presented to their fellow students and representatives from the three countries. By the end of the project, a total of 400 students working in trinational teams are expected to have developed technical solutions and received training in future-oriented topics. Above all, they will have gained knowledge about corporate structures, technology transfer, and copyright law in the countries of the Upper Rhine region. Through interaction with the business community, they will be even better equipped to pursue their careers in a neighboring country. Promotions Trinatronics Students from France, Switzerland, and Germany are tasked with developing mechatronics projects in binational or trinational teams within a few months. Trinatronics Summer School "Die Brücke" The Bridge offers TriRhenaTech students the opportunity to improve their language skills in one week through language courses at various levels, to work on a real-world business problem in trinational teams (French/German/Swiss) as part of a project, and to develop their intercultural skills. "Die Brücke" Summer School Upper Rhine Artificial Intelligence (URAI) The Upper Rhine Artificial Intelligence (URAI) is an annual conference organized by the members of TriRhenaTech. The symposium highlights current applications of artificial intelligence in collaboration with our industrial and scientific partners. Upper Rhine Artificial Intelligence (URAI) About TrinTEd TrinTEd Website Project Partners TriRhenaTech e.V. (Project Sponsor) Hochschule Offenburg Alsace Tech The National School of Water and Environmental Engineering in Strasbourg (ENGEES) Furtwangen University Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) Lörrach Trier University of Applied Sciences University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) of Alsace CAFA-RSO Karlsruhe Chamber of Industry and Commerce Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) of the Southern Upper Rhine Supported by The project is funded by the European Union as part of the Interreg Upper Rhine / Rhin Supérieur funding program.

HS Offenburg About us Alumni Welcome to the national alumni network of Hochschule Offenburg Your Opportunities in the Alumni Network Stay in touch and make new connections: Share memories, stay connected with fellow alumni, and meet new alumni at inspiring events. Take advantage of exclusive offers: Benefit from continuing education courses and discounts at the Center for Lifelong Learning (CeLLO), as well as the diverse range of university sports programs—an excellent opportunity to connect and exchange ideas across generations. Access to facilities: Use the University library—both on-site and online—as well as other University resources. Sign up for the Alumni Network Our Offers for Alumni Invitation to Alumni Reunions and Other Events Support in Organizing Your Own Alumni Reunions – ideally as part of the annual Open Campus in June, featuring lab tours and a summery campus atmosphere Networking in regional alumni groups We want to hear your ideas! Play an active role in shaping the network: Share your suggestions, requests, and enthusiasm. Sign up and become part of the network. Would you like to plan a reunion with your class or division? Carola Lasch ( carola.lasch@hs-offenburg.de ) will be happy to assist you with the organization and answer any questions you may have. Association of Friends and Supporters of Hochschule Offenburg The Association of Friends and Supporters of Hochschule Offenburg (VdF) is an organization comprising companies, entrepreneurs, graduates, private donors, and university staff, and its mission is to assist Hochschule Offenburg and its students through advice , funding , and support . Contact Lasch, Carola +49 781 205-316 carola.lasch@hs-offenburg.de

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HS Offenburg About us Sustainability Sustainability at Hochschule Offenburg Sustainable living, working, building, acting, consuming, and doing business are currently topics of concern not only for policymakers and society at large: sustainability is also a central theme at Hochschule Offenburg. Numerous product- and application-oriented research projects address this topic, numerous professors serve as experts to businesses and society, the topic is covered in degree programs, and it is implemented in a practical, inquiry-based learning context through student projects such as Schluckspecht and the Black Forest Formula Team. Institutionally as well, the University has long been guided by the principle of sustainability in its internal operations, procedural workflows, and resource management. Sustainability Working Group Sustainable Design for Engineers Green Office Sustainable energy and mobility are key topics in Hochschule Offenburg’s new energy and climate protection strategy, which Chancellor Dr. Bülent Tarkan and climate protection managers Natascha Brückmann and Tobias Braun (from left) have now presented. Energy and Climate Protection Plan and Climate Protection Manager Unveiled The participatory energy and climate protection plan developed by Hochschule Offenburg, which totals approximately 200 pages, was jointly presented by Tobias Braun, the state’s climate protection manager for non-university institutions of higher education in the Freiburg Building Authority District (Offenburg University of Applied Sciences, Kehl University of Applied Sciences, Freiburg University of Education, Freiburg University of Applied Sciences, and DHBW Lörrach), and Chancellor Dr. Bülent Tarkan, as head of the Green Office, have now jointly presented. It contains an analysis of the current situation, including a mobility survey and an energy and greenhouse gas balance sheet; identifies potential for increasing energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy; examines greenhouse gas reduction pathways and scenarios, and presents a catalog of 34 measures along with monitoring mechanisms for their implementation, with the goal of reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Since April 1, the new Climate Protection Manager, Natascha Brückmann, has also been providing support for the implementation of these measures. Learn more Sustainability Events Green Office The Green Office at Hochschule Offenburg is a sustainability office led by Sustainability Officer Professor Dr. Daniel Kray and Chancellor Dr. Bülent Tarkan. It informs, connects, and supports students and university staff in further developing their knowledge and skills regarding sustainability. In addition, it coordinates projects and initiatives in the areas of energy and buildings, organization and management, research, teaching, and networks, working closely with other stakeholders. The Green Office serves as the primary point of contact and central hub both internally and externally. It facilitates and supports sustainability activities and engagement by students and other stakeholders at the University. Furthermore, the Green Office is responsible for sustainability reporting, climate protection management, and the climate protection monitoring system currently being established at Hochschule Offenburg. Through its central and direct connection to the Rector’s Office and its firm integration into the university’s structure, the Green Office is able to drive sustainable developments at the respective institutions and also to embed its own ideas on sustainability in teaching, research, and operations. More information about the Green Office Energy and Climate Protection Plan The integrated energy and climate protection plan forms the basis for Hochschule Offenburg’s climate protection management. It was developed through a participatory process as part of a funding project under the German federal government’s National Climate Protection Initiative . It serves both as a reference document and as a planning tool for measures aimed at reducing the university’s greenhouse gas emissions. With this Energy and Climate Protection Concept, the university supports the state government’s overarching climate protection goals of making the state administration and universities net-zero in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The integrated Energy and Climate Protection Concept essentially consists of the following components: Current Status Analysis Greenhouse Gas Inventory Potential Analysis Emissions Reduction Pathway Catalog of Measures Stakeholder Participation Monitoring and Control The Hochschule Offenburg Energy and Climate Protection Concept is available for download below: Energy and Climate Prtection Concept (German, PDF) Climate Protection Management An integrated climate protection concept is intended to form the core of climate protection management. Hochschule Offenburg is developing this integrated climate protection concept as part of the National Climate Protection Initiative . The integrated climate protection concept is 75 percent funded by the federal government through the project management agency Zukunft – Umwelt – Gesellschaft (ZUG) and is developed and implemented by the designated climate protection manager. It is intended to serve as a planning tool to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The goal is to become a climate-neutral University by 2030 in accordance with Baden-Württemberg’s Climate Protection and Climate Change Adaptation Act. The integrated climate protection concept essentially consists of the following components: Current Status Analysis and Greenhouse Gas Inventory Potential analysis and scenario development Strategy development and catalog of measures Stakeholder engagement Monitoring, sustainability, and communication Project Name: “KSI – Integrated Climate Protection Concept” Funding ID and Platform: 67K21586, BWMK – National Climate Protection Initiative Duration: July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2025 National Climate Protection Initiative Through the National Climate Protection Initiative, the federal government has been launching and supporting numerous projects since 2008 that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Its programs and projects cover a broad spectrum of climate protection activities: from the development of long-term strategies to concrete support and investment-based funding measures. This diversity ensures a steady stream of good ideas. The National Climate Protection Initiative helps to embed climate protection at the local level. Consumers, businesses, municipalities, and educational institutions all benefit from it. Contacts Leadership Team Kray, Daniel Prof. Dr. rer. nat. +49 781 205-4634 daniel.kray@hs-offenburg.de Leadership Team Tarkan, Bülent Dr. rer. pol. +49 781 205-211 buelent.tarkan@hs-offenburg.de Vice Sustainability Officer Vice Sustainability Officer Biollaz, Heide Prof. Dr. sc. techn. +49 781 205-4657 heide.biollaz@hs-offenburg.de Climate Action Manager Braun, Tobias +49 781 205-4721 tobias.braun@hs-offenburg.de