Introduction

The University of Applied Sciences Konstanz (HTWG) is a modern public university of applied sciences in Konstanz, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The school is practice-oriented, focuses on interdisciplinary research, is committed to cultivating students' ability to combine theory with practice, and provides students with a wide range of professional course options.

Overview

Student size: In 2021, the school has a total of 4,883 students, of which about 120 are international students.

Course settings: The school offers undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs, covering engineering, computer science, business and social sciences, architecture and design and other fields.

History and establishment time

The school was founded in 1906 by Alfred Wachtel. It was originally named "Technikum Konstanz". It was a private engineering school with only majors such as mechanical engineering and electrical engineering. Later, it gradually grew and became a public university.

School strength

Faculty: It has 568 Academic staff, the teaching staff is experienced, most of them are experts with professional knowledge and practical experience in related fields, and can provide students with high-quality teaching and guidance.

Research Strength: The school has a number of research institutes, such as the School of Applied Research, the School of Applied Heat and Fluid Dynamics, the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, etc., with remarkable achievements in applied research, and actively transforms research results into practical applications, and maintains a close cooperative relationship with the business community.

International Exchange: As a member of the International University of Bodensee, the school actively carries out international exchanges and cooperation, provides students with a wealth of study abroad, exchange students and internship programs, and broadens students' international vision.

Institutional Nature

The school is a non-profit public higher education institution.

Educational Philosophy

Emphasis on practical teaching, focusing on interdisciplinary research and the cultivation of international vision, committed to cultivating students' innovation ability, teamwork spirit and ability to solve practical problems, so that students can better adapt to the needs of society and the workplace.

Key Laboratories and Disciplines

Key Disciplines: Engineering, Computer Science, Business and Management, Architecture and Design and other disciplines have a high reputation and influence in Germany. Among them, the school's business undergraduate courses have always ranked among the top 15 in Germany. .

Key laboratories: The school has several key laboratories, including the Institute of Applied Heat and Fluid Dynamics, the Institute of Optical Systems, and the Institute of Materials System Engineering, which provide students with advanced experimental equipment and research platforms.

Departments

The school has the Department of Architecture and Design, the Department of Civil Engineering, the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, the Department of Computer Science, the Department of Mechanical Engineering, the Department of Business and Social Sciences, etc.

Ranking

According to the ranking data of 4icu.org, the school ranks 116th in Germany and 1915th in the world.

Expenses

Tuition fees at public universities in Germany are generally low, and this school is no exception. The tuition fee per semester is about a few hundred euros, but students also need to pay a certain registration fee, book fees, accommodation fees and living expenses, etc. The specific fees vary depending on the major and personal lifestyle.

Campus

Location: Located in Konstanz, Baden-Württemberg, southern Germany, close to the Swiss border, in the "Paradies" neighborhood on the banks of the Rhine, with beautiful surroundings and convenient transportation.

Campus Facilities: The campus is fully equipped with modern teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, gymnasiums and other teaching and living facilities, providing students with good learning and living conditions.