The Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences offers its students a university education that prepares them for work in companies, social and charitable organisations and the public sector in a practical and targeted manner.
Small seminar groups support practice-orientated learning.
Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences offers several engineering degree programmes with excellent career prospects.
Numerous contacts and collaborations with industry as well as research projects carried out on behalf of industry and business make the degree programmes particularly practice-oriented.
Eric
I particularly like the fact that the lecturers are open to questions and feedback. Most of them are happy to help with problems on request. I also like working together with my fellow students. The Karzer also offers a good opportunity to spend time together in your free time.
Student of the HSN
Social work and health (B.A.)
Photo: Tina Bergknapp (Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences)Melissa
As a student, I particularly appreciated the practical approach to teaching and the personal dialogue at eye level with the professors - you were always supported and taken seriously. At the same time, the green campus with its pond, bees and squirrels offers a really pleasant learning atmosphere.
Today - as a research assistant in the „QUANT-GPICz“ project and hike - I particularly enjoy the open, friendly team spirit and the short distances across the campus, which make everyday working life uncomplicated. I deal with new topics every day and learn a lot of new things.
Employee of the HSN
Jasha
What I like about the degree programme is the interactivity in the lectures, especially from the 3rd semester onwards. I also like the way the lecturers teach the content and try to show you practical things so that you can take something away with you after your studies.
Student of the HSN
Social work and health (B.A.)
Photo: privatePrakash Raju Kuchipudi
Studying ERT at Hochschule Nordhausen gave me the opportunity to combine engineering with sustainability. The practical approach, international atmosphere, and supportive professors helped me develop valuable skills and confidence for my future career in Recycling Technologies.
Student of the HSN
Katrin
What I particularly like about Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences is how lively and diverse the interaction is. In university health management, we organise offers such as exercise sessions, nutrition workshops, bike checks and back health days. Being involved in student committees such as the student council, student council or faculty council also gives you the opportunity to actively shape your studies, make valuable contacts and develop important skills. This makes studying here an active, participative and personally enriching experience.
Employee of the HSN
Assistant to the Chancellor & Coordination of University Health Management
Rutuja Koli
This master's programme introduced me to the environmental world and gave me the confidence to work on real environmental challenges.
Student of the HSN
Leonie
The Master's degree programme in Industrial Engineering and Management at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences is super flexible and really fun. The lectures and seminars are varied, the lecturers are committed and totally approachable. In addition, there is a well-kept campus where you simply feel at home.
Student of the HSN
Photo: Tina Bergknapp (Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences)Andreas
What I particularly appreciate about our university is the creative freedom I have as a professor. Another important, positive aspect is the good collegial cooperation, especially in my degree programme team, but also in the entire WISO department. This is not a matter of course at universities.
Professor at the HSN
Social management (B.A.)
Professor in the Social Management degree programme, Vice Dean
Varinder Pal
In the Master's programme in Computer Engineering for IoT Systems, I really enjoy the practical projects and the supportive learning environment. The lecturers are very approachable and always willing to help, which makes studying much easier as a student.
Student of the HSN
Computer Engineering for IoT Systems (M.Eng.)
An employer brand isn’t just something that exists on paper.
It stems from the question of what an organisation stands for, what makes it special, and how it communicates this identity both internally and externally.
Over the past few months, the ProfX team has been working closely with an external agency to examine Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences’ employer brand: What sets Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences apart as an employer? What do we stand for? And how can we make this even more visible in future?
Now is the time to share some initial insights.
Over the next few days, we’ll be unveiling a new look for our employer brand.
And until then, here’s just a little taster for today. 😊
The employer brand was developed as part of the ‘FH-Personal’ project, which was funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) and the GWK.
♻️ Nordhausen Resources Forum 2026 🌍
📅 1–2 October | Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
💬 How can we shape the future of the circular economy together?
Through innovative solutions for recycling, resource efficiency and sustainable material cycles – fostering dialogue between politics, business, academia and industry.
💡 Here’s what you can expect:
✨ Insights into the National Circular Economy Strategy, biogenic and mineral secondary raw materials, and sustainable construction
🏗️ Insights into circular construction methods, raw material sovereignty and new approaches to recycling
🌱 Fascinating articles on the bioeconomy, waste streams and pyrolysis as a technology of the future
🚀 Short talks by young researchers and start-up founders with fresh ideas and perspectives
🤝 Networking with experts, companies and like-minded people
📅 Save the date and come along!
📍Venue: Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences Campus I, Building 19 | Lecture Theatre 1
🔗 Further information here: https://www.hs-nordhausen.de/veranstaltungen/ressourcenforum-nordhausen-2026/
#Resources Forum #Sustainability #Recycling #Science #Innovation #Shaping the Future #Networking #Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences #Nordhausen #Turingia
Students are under enormous pressure: rising costs, the pressure to perform, loneliness and mental strain are often part of everyday student life.
This is where @hochschulsozialarbeit.ndh comes in: it offers confidential counselling, provides support during crises and paves the way for students to successfully complete their studies. But this vital project is at risk of coming to an end in late 2026!
If we want education to remain fair, we must not cut back here – because behind every degree course there is a person.
Take action now:
• ✍️ Sign the petition „Save University Social Work“ [https://weact.campact.de/petitions/rettung-der-hochschulsozialarbeit-hsa-der-hs-nordhausen] to support continued funding!
• 🖼️ Show your support with your own SharePic:
https://twb.nz/hochschulsozialarbeit2026
• 📢 Share this post, talk about it and raise awareness of the issue amongst decision-makers.
Take a stand now for the future of students!
# University Social Work Remains # University of Nordhausen # Nordhausen # Thuringia
☀️ Semester break? The library’s still here for you! 📚
Our university library remains open even during the lecture-free period. Please note the reduced opening hours from
📅 22 August 2026 to 📅 11 October 2026:
🕘 Monday to Thursday: 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
🕘 Friday: 9.00 am – 1.00 pm
❗Special opening hours:
The library will be closed on 31 August 2026 and 1 September 2026.
Whether you’re studying, borrowing books or doing research – do pop in! 📖✨
#library #Library #learning #studying #study #Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences #Nordhausen #Turingia
🎓 Still looking for the right degree course?
Follow Muhammad Waqas’s example and study at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences. 📚
Here, you can look forward not only to a practical degree programme, but also to a friendly atmosphere and a real sense of well-being on our campus.
Find the right degree programme for you and become part of our university community! 💚
#FacesOfTheUniversity #NordhausenUniversity #StudyInspiration #Engineering #Computer Science #STEM #Management #Social Work #Healthcare #Special Educational Needs #Social Work #Degree Programme #Studying #Nordhausen #Turingia
Where on earth have all these cars ended up? 🚗
What is now solely a footpath was actually still a car park in the late 1990s. Today, the car park is right next to it – the path now belongs to pedestrians. 🚶♀️🚶♂️
At first glance, the AKI – the August Kramer Institute – in the background doesn’t look as though, a few years later, it would be home to state-of-the-art technology in the fields of energy systems, materials and process engineering, and geoengineering. 😉
Did you wonder about the cars on the pavement, or did you spot straight away where the photo was taken? 😊
Let us know in the comments! 💬
# Campus Time Travel # Time Travel # Campus # Campus Love # Nordhausen University # Nordhausen # Thuringia # university
Before long, all the exams will be over and the semester break can finally get underway! 🎉
What are your plans for the semester break? They’re pretty varied! 😎☀️
Whether it’s a holiday, work, meeting friends, trying new things or just switching off – you’ve got it all covered. 🌴📚
We hope you have a brilliant time! 💚
#term holidays # holidays # summer # summer # students # Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences # Nordhausen # Thuringia
Students are under enormous pressure: rising costs, the pressure to perform, loneliness and mental strain are often part of everyday student life.
This is where @hochschulsozialarbeit.ndh comes in: it offers confidential counselling, provides support during crises and paves the way for students to successfully complete their studies. But this vital project is at risk of coming to an end in late 2026!
If we want education to remain fair, we must not cut back here – because behind every degree course there is a person.
Take action now:
• ✍️ Sign the petition „Save University Social Work“ [https://weact.campact.de/petitions/rettung-der-hochschulsozialarbeit-hsa-der-hs-nordhausen] to support continued funding!
• 🖼️ Show your support with your own SharePic:
https://twb.nz/hochschulsozialarbeit2026
• 📢 Share this post, talk about it and raise awareness of the issue amongst decision-makers.
Take a stand now for the future of students!
# University Social Work Remains # University of Nordhausen # Nordhausen # Thuringia
🤝 Last Wednesday, we had a visit from our Turkish partner university @ksu.edu.tr 🎓
A year ago, we signed an Erasmus+ agreement with our partner university due to the high level of academic compatibility between our two departments.
During this visit, Prof. Dr Jörg Wagner, Frank Einicke, Prof. Dr Michael Rutz, @hike.startups and @hsn_international were able to show Prof. Dr Özdeş Çermik the study, learning and teaching facilities at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences. 🏫
The meeting also explored opportunities to strengthen future collaboration: in particular, options that could be implemented swiftly were identified for the English-taught Master’s programmes in engineering and for guest lectures in the field of engineering as part of the International Project Week. ⚙️🌍
#Study #Studying #Erasmus+ #Partner university #Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
Creativity brings people together. Diversity makes our community visible.
Four afternoons, lots of creative ideas and even more enriching encounters: at Art together – Diversity Edition, students, university staff and members of the local community came together to explore themes such as identity, belonging and diversity through art.
The result was not only collages, paintings and collaborative works – but also new perspectives, inspiring conversations and valuable encounters.
The pictures show some highlights from this special series of workshops.
Many thanks to all the participants and organisers who brought this creative space to life! Events like this show how universities can create spaces where a sense of community flourishes and diversity can be experienced first-hand.
Which perspective has got you thinking recently? Please feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments.
#Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences #diversity #Arttogether #Worlds of Work #Creativity
🎉 Happy 25th work anniversary!
Last week, we had the pleasure of honouring two special service anniversaries: Roberto Auer and Sandra Thomas were presented with certificates from the Free State of Thuringia to mark their 25 years of service in the public sector. 👏
Our university president, Prof. Dr Jörg Wagner, presented the awards in person and expressed his gratitude for their long-standing loyalty, their great dedication and their valuable work for our university. 💙
👉 Since 2001, Roberto Auer has been supporting the further development of research, collaboration and knowledge transfer within the Department of Research and Science Outreach.
👉 Sandra Thomas has been part of the university for 25 years and, as the President’s secretary in the Executive Board, uses her considerable organisational skills to ensure that day-to-day university operations run smoothly.
We’d like to say: Happy anniversary, and we look forward to many more years together! 🎓😊
#Jubilee #HochschuleNordhausen #Nordhausen #Thuringia
How is the energy transition affecting your household?
Come and visit the Institute for Renewable Energy Technology (in.RET) at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences at the 3rd Environment Day in Gernrode.
You can send us your annual electricity consumption and – if applicable – your gas or heating costs by 20 August 2026.
We are drawing up two scientific comparison scenarios:
• Renewable energy
• Fossil fuels
On 30 August, we will explain the results to you in person at our stand.
📧
Please note: This service is not an energy assessment, but rather a scientific modelling of various energy scenarios.
📍 Gernrode
30 August 2026 | 11.00–16.00
# Energy Transition # Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
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