About University of Public Administration Rhineland-Palatinate

About University of Public Administration Rhineland-Palatinate

The University of Public Administration Rhineland-Palatinate (Hochschule für öffentliche Verwaltung Rheinland-Pfalz) is a public university of applied sciences located in Mayen, Germany. Established in 1981, the university specializes in training future civil servants for the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, municipalities, and the German Pension Insurance Rhineland-Palatinate. The primary language of instruction is German, and the university offers a dual Bachelor’s degree program in Public Administration, combining theoretical studies with practical training. The curriculum includes courses in administrative law, political science, economics, public finance, and management. The university emphasizes practical training through internships and hands-on projects. Campus facilities include libraries, IT services, a student cafeteria, and study areas. The university also offers research opportunities through its research centers focused on public administration and policy analysis. The main campus is located at St.-Veit-Straße 26-28, 56727 Mayen, Germany.