Flexible foundation course in two or three semesters; Dual degree courses are also possible; The basic study stage can be taken in English or in German; Wide range of support offers, especially during the initial study phase; Uncomplicated change of study focus possible; Teaching in small groups; Innovative teaching concepts; Wide range of e-learning offers; Modern teaching contents; very good equipment; The majority of courses with laboratory or practical component; Balanced mix of theory and practice; Outstanding networking with local businesses; excellent career prospects

Basic study in English for international incoming students; German courses are integrated into the curriculum; Comprehensive intercultural programme; Broad support for theoretical or practical semesters abroad (outgoing); Numerous project-related services for incoming students from abroad

Modern technical equipment; Study centre for students; Flexible student laboratory workstations for independent work; Modern IT equipment including computer-pool rooms, virtual reality center; Extensive package of software licences for students; Relocation to a refurbished building planned for the not-distant future; Makerspace

Mannheim University of Applied Sciences is one of the strongest research universities in Baden-Württemberg; High level of research activity, particularly in the areas of electromobility and autonomous driving; Joint long-term projects with companies, some with the option to do a doctorate; Numerous projects in the field of research of teaching and learning

The department works closely with the university's Career Center; Interdisciplinary projects to promote a company start-up culture at the university; Centre of Entrepreneurship – Mannheim Runway for Startups; Topic of company start-up anchored in the curriculum

Close, trusting and constructive cooperation between faculty staff, students and companies for the continuous development of the degree courses and the teaching portfolio. Our philosophy: We pick up first-year students where they are, in an effort to give everyone a realistic chance at earning a good academic degree.