About Westcoast University of Applied Sciences

About Westcoast University of Applied Sciences

The West Coast University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule Westküste) is a public university located in Heide, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. Established in 1993, the university offers a range of bachelor's and master's programs across two main faculties: the Faculty of Technology and the Faculty of Business Studies. With an enrollment of approximately 1,980 students as of 2019, the university emphasizes applied research and maintains partnerships with over 20 institutions worldwide, fostering a global perspective that benefits both students and the surrounding West Coast region. The campus, located in the eastern part of Heide, offers modern facilities to support both academic and extracurricular activities, contributing to a comprehensive educational experience. The university is dedicated to fostering the transfer of academic knowledge to enhance the competitiveness of businesses and institutions in western Schleswig-Holstein. This mission is achieved through a mutual exchange with the business community, particularly within the Lower Elbe-West Coast region.