Introduction

Worms University of Applied Sciences is a public university of applied sciences located in Worms, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, focusing on business and technology. It provides students with a combination of theoretical and practical education and cultivates applied talents with professional capabilities in business and technology.

Overview

Student size: The school has about 3,700 students.

Course settings: 38 degree programs are offered, including bachelor's and master's programs in business and technology. Some courses can also adopt a dual system of learning, that is, a combination of learning and practical training. In addition, there is a part-time MBA program.

History and establishment time

Founded in 1978.

School strength

Faculty: There are 74 professors and about 100 lecturers who have rich teaching experience and professional knowledge and can provide students with high-quality teaching and guidance.

Teaching resources: The school has a close cooperative relationship with many companies, which enables students to be exposed to actual business and technical projects during the learning process, accumulate practical experience, and have the opportunity to establish valuable personal connections for their future careers. In addition, the school has signed cooperation agreements with more than 180 universities in more than 50 countries around the world, and students have the opportunity to obtain dual degrees.

Institutional nature

Public university of applied sciences.

Educational philosophy

Focus on closely combining theoretical knowledge with practical application, emphasizing the cultivation of students' ability to solve practical problems, so that students can quickly adapt to jobs in the business and technology fields after graduation. At the same time, adhering to the international education concept, through cooperation and exchanges with universities around the world, broaden students' international vision, and enhance students' cross-cultural communication skills and global competitiveness.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Computer science, engineering, tourism and travel management, business science, etc. are the key disciplines of the school.

In the field of computer science, the main research directions include artificial intelligence, network security, library and information science, computer networks, etc.

The main research directions in the field of engineering are computer networks, aviation, etc.

The tourism and travel management major focuses on cultivating students' professional skills in tourism planning, tourism marketing, hotel management, etc. to meet the tourism industry's demand for professional talents.

Business science covers multiple directions such as business management, marketing, finance, accounting, etc., aiming to cultivate students' comprehensive management and decision-making capabilities in the business field.

Key laboratories or research centers: The school has participated in some influential research projects and research-oriented projects, such as the ALICE experiment and the scientific research database Sciport RLP of Rhineland-Palatinate, but no clear key laboratories were found in the school.

Departments

The school has three departments, namely the Department of Tourism/Travel Management, the Department of Computer Science, and the Department of Business Science.

Rankings

According to Edurank's 2024 ranking, the school ranks 147th in Germany and 3997th in the world. It also has corresponding rankings in the fields of liberal arts and social sciences, medicine, computer science, engineering, etc.

Liberal arts and social sciences: 142nd in Germany, 1028th in Europe, and 4060th in the world. The main research topics include philosophy, political science, law, history, linguistics, etc.

Medicine: 138th in Germany, 1085th in Europe, and 4841st in the world Ranked 160th in Germany, 1240th in Europe, and 5251st in the world. Its main research topics include artificial intelligence, network security, library and information science, and computer networks.

Engineering: 160th in Germany, 1273rd in Europe, and 5393rd in the world. Its main research topics include computer networks and aviation.

Expenses

Tuition fees: German public universities usually charge lower or free tuition fees for domestic and EU students. For non-EU students, tuition fees vary depending on the major and course, and are generally around 1000-2000 euros per semester.

Other expenses: Students also need to pay living expenses, including accommodation, food, transportation, and study materials. The cost of living in Worms is relatively low, and students can expect to spend around 800-1000 euros per month.

Campus

Geographic location: Located in Worms, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, the city has a long history and profound cultural heritage, and is one of the important economic and cultural centers in Germany. The school is conveniently located, which facilitates students to communicate and cooperate with local enterprises and institutions, and also provides students with abundant internship and employment opportunities.

Campus facilities: The campus is well-equipped with modern teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries and other teaching facilities, providing students with a good learning environment. The school's library has a rich collection of books, covering books and journals in many fields such as business, technology, humanities and social sciences, to meet students' learning and research needs. In addition, the school also has student dormitories, canteens, gymnasiums and other living facilities to facilitate students' daily life.