About Bochum University of Applied Sciences

About Bochum University of Applied Sciences

Bochum University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Bochum), established in 1971, is a public institution in Bochum, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, formed from the consolidation of engineering and business schools. With over 9,333 students, it offers bachelor's and master's programs in fields like engineering, business, computer science, and architecture across six departments. The university operates two campuses: the main campus in Bochum and a second in Velbert/Heiligenhaus, both equipped with modern facilities. Known for its practical, application-oriented approach, HSBI requires professors to have significant professional experience, ensuring students gain relevant skills. It also emphasizes transferable skills and personal development through its Institute for Student Success and Didactics (ISD). With a focus on international collaboration, sustainability, and innovative teaching, HSBI provides English-taught programs and maintains global partnerships for student mobility.