Introduction

FHM - Fachhochschule des Mittelstands, Bielefeld University of Applied Sciences, is a well-known private university of applied sciences in Germany. Its academic education is recognized by Germany and internationally. It ranks 42nd among the German universities published by the Foreign Education Supervision Network of the Ministry of Education of China.

Overview

Student size: 5,814 students in the winter semester of 2023/2024.

Course settings: There are more than 50 bachelor's, master's and doctoral majors, mainly covering the fields of economics, media, engineering, sports health, social sciences, psychology, etc.

History and establishment time

Founded in 2000, it was jointly established by the Bielefeld Regional Handicraft Association and the West German Handicraft Conference.

School strength

Faculty: It has more than 100 full-time professors and more than 200 industry elites in various professional fields as lecturers.

Teaching quality: The courses focus on practice, and all bachelor's and master's courses include 3 to 6 The 1-month practical phase allows students to apply theoretical knowledge to actual work and improve their employment competitiveness. At the same time, the school also provides students with a variety of learning modes, such as full-time learning, on-the-job learning, distance learning, and dual-system learning modes in cooperation with enterprises, to meet the needs of different students.

Scientific research level: The school conducts scientific research activities in many fields, especially in the application technology research related to small and medium-sized enterprises. It has certain advantages, actively promotes the transformation and application of scientific research results, and provides support for the development of small and medium-sized enterprises.

Institutional nature

Private non-profit higher education institution.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' practical ability and innovative spirit, emphasizing the close combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, so that students can quickly adapt to workplace needs after graduation and contribute to the development of small and medium-sized enterprises. At the same time, the school also focuses on cultivating students' entrepreneurial awareness and leadership, and encourages students to be innovative and entrepreneurial in their future careers.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Psychology, social education and management, corporate economics, social work and management, handicraft management and other majors are more prominent in student evaluations.

Key laboratories: Although the key laboratories in the traditional sense are not explicitly mentioned, the school has established cooperative relationships with many companies to jointly carry out scientific research projects and practical teaching, providing students with a platform for contact with cutting-edge technologies and practical applications.

Faculty

The school does not clearly divide the faculties, but the majors are mainly concentrated in the fields of economics, media, engineering, sports health, social sciences, psychology, etc.

Ranking

It is not listed in the common international comprehensive rankings such as QS World University Rankings and THE World University Rankings, but the school is recognized by the Ministry of Education of China and ranks 41st among the German universities announced by the Ministry of Education of China's foreign education supervision.

Expenses

Tuition fees: For example, the first year tuition fee for the Master of International Technology Transfer Management program is 12,700 euros, and the second year tuition fee is 8,600 euros.

Other fees: It also includes a project handling fee of RMB 10,000, a material translation notarization fee of approximately RMB 2,000, an audit fee of RMB 2,000, an entry insurance fee of RMB 900, and a personal deposit of 11,208 euros for studying in Germany.

Campus

Campus location: The main campus is located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany - Bielefeld, Westphalia, also has campuses in Bamberg, Berlin, Durham, Freising, Hannover, Cologne, Rostock, Waldshut-Tiengen, etc.

Teaching facilities: It has modern teaching facilities, such as well-equipped laboratories, professional studios, advanced computer centers, etc., which provide good conditions for students' learning and practice. At the same time, the school also pays attention to the construction of digital teaching resources, providing students with rich online learning materials and learning platforms.

Living facilities: There are student dormitories, canteens, supermarkets and other living facilities around the campus or in the city to meet the daily needs of students.