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.
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
Sara
What I like about Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences is the active combination of theory and practice. As a science communicator at the Transferwerk, I appreciate the freedom to develop innovative formats that show how our research is actively shaping everyday life and the future.
Employee of the HSN
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
Prakash 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
Hinderrike Johanna
The colleagues here are super nice. We know and appreciate each other and each other's work. Despite the large number of employees at the university, I work in a manageable team. I already know some of my colleagues from my studies.
Employee 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
Muhammad
I really enjoy my master's programme in Renewable Energy Systems because it is highly field-specific, practical, and future-oriented. Nordhausen University offers a modern learning environment that perfectly matches current and future market demands.
Student of the HSN
Renewable Energy Systems (M.Eng.)
Aditya
What I love most about Nordhausen University is the incredibly peaceful environment and the high quality of our experienced, professional faculty. Beyond the classroom, the โInternational Get-togetherโ events have been a highlight for me, offering a wonderful way to learn about other cultures, while the university mess provides excellent service that makes campus life even better.
Student of the HSN
Computer Engineering for IoT Systems (M.Eng.)
Sandra
At Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences, I particularly appreciate the openness to new ideas and the close dialogue between people from very different areas. In my work at the Transferwerk and at DICH, I experience every day how innovation arises from dialogue, research and practice. This makes my work here exciting and meaningful every day.
Sahil Vivek Dharia
I like my Master's programme because it focuses on renewable energy and sustainability, which are current global needs. The Master's programme in Renewable Energy Systems is practical and well structured. I like Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences because the professors are supportive and they clearly explain concepts and answer all my questions.
Student of the HSN
Renewable Energy Systems (M.Eng.)
Sangit Kadu
A perfect Master's programme with great skill development opportunities for a future career, with supportive faculty and an international environment.
Student of the HSN
Muhammad Waqas
I especially appreciate the strong focus on practical learning and innovation in my degree programme, as well as the supportive academic environment that encourages research and international collaboration. Being awarded the Deutschlandstipendium has further motivated me and reflects the university's strong culture of support and encouragement for students.
Student of the HSN
Computer Engineering for IoT Systems (M.Eng.)
Jasmine
I like the family environment at the university. Professors and lecturers know you by name and even the canteen staff know what my favourite side dish is on schnitzel day. My degree programme (Health and Social Work, 5th semester) offers me a huge range of future employment opportunities. I can gain a foothold in almost any social organisation later on. But the healthcare sector also has a number of opportunities in store for me. I think hardly any other degree programme is so universal.
Student of the HSN
Social work and health (B.A.)
Pavankumar Mylapalli
ERT taught me to see recycling as a real system materials, processes, and quality.ย The programme gave me practical engineering thinking that I applied directly in my industry thesis on advanced aerosol recycling in the Netherlands.
Student of the HSN
Sarah-Vivien Manuela
What I like most about Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences is that both the lecturers and the students are friendly, humorous and open-minded - you don't feel like โjust another numberโ here, but really seen. I also really enjoy my studies overall, and I've met a few of my closest friends along the way.
Student of the HSN
Md. Nafish
What I like most about Nordhausen University is the peaceful, green campus and its beautiful, snow-covered atmosphere in winter. It creates a calm and inspiring environment for studying Computer Engineering for IoT Systems.
Student of the HSN
Computer Engineering for IoT Systems (M.Eng.)
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
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.)
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.)
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.ย
Today - as a research assistant in the โQUANT-GPICzโ 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
Linus
I particularly appreciate my university because of the very experienced lecturers who not only know their subject, but also teach it in a practical and committed way. The university also offers a supportive learning environment in which you are well supported both professionally and personally.
Student of the HSN
Social work and health (B.A.)
Nadine
What I particularly like about HSN is the special campus atmosphere. The open and personal interaction creates a strong sense of community where collaboration and exchange are a matter of course. Our beautiful, green campus also offers an inspiring environment to work in, so you simply feel at home here.
Employee of the HSN
Head of University Marketing
Catherine
What's really cool is that we are a small HS. This means we have to be specialists in many areas and familiarise ourselves with a lot of new areas. This is challenging and varied. The diversity is not only reflected in the interculturality but also in the activities.
Employee of the HSN
Gohar Ali
Nordhausen gave me the courage to be myself.
Coming out at CSD Nordhausen 2025 and experiencing the openness of Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences has been life-changing - especially as a queer student with a migration background.
I'm proud to help build a safer, more inclusive space for future queer and international students. ๐
Student of the HSN
Renewable Energy Systems (M.Eng.)
Harikrishnan
As an international student, I truly value studying Renewable Energy Systems at Hochschule Nordhausen for its application-oriented curriculum and its welcoming, multicultural academic environment. The combination of practical learning and cultural diversity makes the experience both professionally enriching and personally meaningful.
Student of the HSN
Renewable Energy Systems (M.Eng.)
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.)
Chinmay Chandrakant
Mechatronics gives me the opportunity to work across disciplines while developing practical solutions for modern engineering challenges.
Student of the HSN
Mechatronics (M.Eng.)
๐งโป๏ธ Screws instead of throwing them away!
Successful premiere! The Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences' Repair Centre welcomed visitors for the first time at its Open Day.
๐ ๏ธ The result is impressive:
โ
The fault was localised in 83 % of the devices brought along.
โ
Every second appliance was restarted directly on site.
Whether it was a computer mouse, toy robot, toaster or cordless screwdriver - together with experienced repair assistants, defects were examined and repair options identified.
๐ก The Repariertreff is an offer for self-help: repairing together instead of throwing away, conserving resources and avoiding electronic waste. ๐ฑโป๏ธ
๐
Next repair meeting:
๐๏ธ 10 June 2026
๐ 14:00-17:00
๐ Campus of the Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
๐If you would like to bring along a defective electrical appliance or bicycle, you can register in advance at register or ask questions.
โก๏ธ Make a note in your diary: The next meeting will take place on 8 July!
#Repariertreff #ReparierenStattWegwerfen #Nachhaltigkeit #Ressourcenschonung #HochschuleNordhausen #Nordhausen #Thรผringen
Study + free time = balance โ๏ธ
A short trip into nature and simply switching off - that's exactly what brings back new energy. ๐ณ๐ช
#Harz #Leisure #Study #study #HuniversityNordhausen #Nordhausen #Thuringia #university
25 years of commitment to teaching, research and university life! ๐
Two long-serving employees at our university were honoured for their 25 years of public service. Our university president Prof Dr Jรถrg Wagner presented the certificates from the Free State of Thuringia and thanked both employees for their constant commitment.
๐ Congratulations to:
Simone Krauthรถfer, Administrative Business Economist (VWA), Team Assistant in the Dean's Office of the Faculty of Engineering, Institute of Computer Science, Automation and Electronics (IAE)
Michael Franz, Dipl.-Ing. (FH), Laboratory Engineer in the Department of Engineering Sciences, Institute of Computer Science, Automation and Electronics (IAE)
For a quarter of a century, both have been shaping everyday university life with their expertise, reliability and commitment - thank you very much for that. ๐
We look forward to our time together and many years of co-operation to come!
#Jubilee #HochschuleNordhausen #Nordhausen #Thuringia
Diversity? Sounds like a big word at first. ๐
The Diversity Weeks turned this into something very tangible: encounters, discussions, new perspectives - and lots of hands-on activities.
๐ We kicked off with an energetic Zumba class that got everyone moving and in a good mood.
๐จ At the โWhat does diversity mean to you?โ workshop, students were able to record their thoughts, experiences and perspectives on a shared canvas.
The result shows that diversity has many faces - and every story counts.
๐งฉ One particular highlight was the democracy Jenga in front of the canteen. Each stone stood for a value on which our democracy is based.
If important building blocks are removed, the whole system begins to totter. A simple game with an important message.
๐ค At other stations, the focus was on teamwork, dialogue and self-reflection.
Whether at ladder golf or at the interactive stress management wall - the aim everywhere was to learn from each other and engage in dialogue.
A big thank you to everyone who made this day of action possible - especially the StuRa, the university social work, the diversity officers and the Prof X team. ๐
And that's not all: the Diversity Weeks continue.
Look forward to more workshops, talks and formats in June on diversity, equal opportunities and social participation.
โจ Because diversity is not created in a day. It grows where people listen to each other, share perspectives and shape the future together.
What does diversity mean to you? Write it in the comments.๐
#Working environments #Diversity #Diversity #UniversityNordhausen
๐ โWelcome, you're welcome to stay!โ
As part of the joint annual reception of @stadtnordhausen and @hochschule_nordhausen, the new ESF Plus project WORT Nord - Talente binden, Zukunft was officially presented on 27 May.
Around 80 representatives from business, politics, universities, administration, associations and initiatives came together in the Nordhausen council chamber to discuss the future of retaining skilled labour in the region.
The WORT Nord project focuses on a holistic approach: the aim is to connect international students and graduates from universities, vocational training and further education with companies, institutions and the region at an early stage and to make long-term future prospects in northern Thuringia visible.
๐ก Central realisation of the exchange:
Skilled workers stay where career prospects, social participation and a genuine welcoming culture come together.
The discussions and an interactive survey on site also showed that the following factors were considered to be particularly important for the future viability of the region:
โพ Visible career opportunities
โพ Support with starting a career
โพ Places of encounter
โพ Living a welcoming culture
โพ Strong networking between university, business and region
In future, a particular focus will be on formats such as the Intercultural Academy, which aims to strengthen qualifications, encounters and intercultural openness.
๐ค The kick-off shows: Northern Thuringia has strong prerequisites - now it's time to combine and utilise this potential together.
#Nordhausen #North Thuringia #Skilled labour retention #WORDNorth #Shaping the future #Welcoming culture #HUniversityNordhausen
Great weather, great conversations & great atmosphere!๐โ๏ธ
We opened our doors last Saturday in glorious sunshine and welcomed numerous visitors to our Weinberghof campus. ๐ค
Hundreds of guests took the opportunity to find out about degree programmes, research and campus life. Whether prospective students, families, former students or members of the public - the campus was very well attended throughout the afternoon.
๐ The programme offered a wide range of insights:
๐ค Study programme presentations & lectures
๐งช Laboratory tours with hands-on research
๐ค Hands-on offers & workshops to try out
๐ณ Campus tours & information stands about studying, research & student life
๐ A colourful children's programme
The event was characterised in particular by the personal exchange between guests, students and teaching staff, making the Open Day a successful experience.
A big THANK YOU ๐ to all visitors and to all employees, students and supporters who contributed to the success of this day with their commitment. ๐
#OpenDoorDay #Event #Campus #Study #Information #StudyInspiration #Education #education #HochschuleNordhausen #Nordhausen #Thรผringen
๐ Europe is becoming quantum-safe!
With the official launch of the trilateral infrastructure project QUANT-GPICz, our university, together with partners from Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic, is setting a milestone for Europe's digital resilience and sovereignty.
๐ Together with leading research institutes, universities and companies, national quantum communication infrastructures (QCI) are being linked for the first time to form a trilateral backbone. This will create a cross-border network for secure communication between authorities, critical infrastructures and data centres.
The aim is to establish highly secure communication channels between Frankfurt, Berlin, Warsaw and Prague - protected by state-of-the-art quantum technology. The project marks a turning point in European cyber security.
๐ก Special highlight: the networking of terrestrial fibre optic networks with future quantum communication systems in space - an important building block for the European EuroQCI initiative.
๐ก The project builds on the successful results of Q-net-Q and strengthens Europe's digital resilience, cyber security and technological sovereignty.
QUANT-GPICz is being funded by the European Union and the Federal Ministry for Digital and State Modernisation with a total volume of around 18 million euros.
We look forward to actively shaping the future of secure communication in Europe!
#HochschuleNordhausen #Research #Digitalisation #Future technologies #Cybersecurity
๐๐๐ผWhat do a diary, a cat food bag and a nappy have to do with an ADHD diagnosis?
Babett Esche attempted to answer this unusual question during the opening event of the Diversity Weeks at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences.
Babett took the audience on a journey through her life.
She wanted to sensitise the audience to the challenges in captivating and emotional images,
she experienced while navigating independence, setting up an animal welfare organisation and her role as a mother.
A full to-do calendar used to be no problem - until the point came when nothing worked any more.
In doing so, Babett created visibility for women with a late ADHD diagnosis and offered a new perspective on their own lives.
The lecture was deliberately intended to tell the story of ADHD from the perspective of those affected.
It was designed to encourage and strengthen the participants.
Even during this event, a wonderful dialogue developed in a pleasant atmosphere.
Finally, all those present were able to relax with a mindfulness exercise.
In this exercise, all the senses were activated while everyone savoured a dried apricot - but in a mindful way over a longer period of time.
When was the last time you ate a dried apricot or sultana with full mindfulness for more than ten minutes?
#HochschuleNordhausen #Arbeitswelten
๐ Diversity makes campuses vibrant!
And this is exactly what the Diversity Weeks in June at Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences are all about.
Look forward to exciting workshops, inspiring talks, creative activities and new perspectives on topics such as democracy, equal opportunities, neurodiversity and cohesion. ๐ฌโจ
Whether you are simply curious, want to join in the discussion or would like to meet new people - the Diversity Weeks are your invitation to shape a campus that is open, respectful and diverse.
Because university means more than just lectures.
University means exchange. Different points of view. Community. ๐
๐
All events in June
๐ Programme & info: www.hs-nordhausen.de/veranstaltungen/diversity-tage-2026/
#DiversityDays #Diversity #HochschuleNordhausen #Nordhausen #Thuringia
๐ Successful conclusion!
We are delighted to have successfully graduated the 7th cohort of the part-time certificate programme โNetwork Technology and Network Operation District Heatingโ yesterday. ๐
Congratulations to the 19 graduates on their degree. ๐
Developed in cooperation with the AGFW and the TEAG Academy, the training programme provides practical knowledge for specialists and managers in the energy and water industry.โก
Over the course of two semesters, participants gained in-depth insights into the planning, operational management and maintenance of district heating networks - supplemented by laboratory sessions, excursions and current practical projects. ๐ฌ
The high demand confirms the success of the degree programme: the 8th cohort starts in October 2026 and is already almost fully booked. ๐
๐ Further information & online application at: www.hs-nordhausen.de/nnf
#Further education #Further training #Certificate #Network technology #Energy supply #Study #University of Applied SciencesNordhausen #Nordhausen #Thuringia
๐ Teaching and Learning Day 2026
โจ The Future of Teaching and Learning
We invite teachers and students to the ๐Day of Teaching and Learning to discover current developments and innovative approaches to university teaching.
Take the opportunity to work with AI to develop teaching concepts based on relevant learning taxonomies or to visualise learning progress in maths self-study with the help of self-learning tests in Moodle. ๐ค๐ป
Together, we want to explore the question of how teaching at our university can be made fit for the future. ๐๐
๐Teaching & Learning Day:
๐
10 June 2026
๐10:00 - 16:00 hrs
Exchange ๐ฌ - inspiration ๐ก - new perspectives ๐
Join us and help shape the future of studying and teaching!
๐Sign up for the workshops now: https://moodle.hs-nordhausen.de/enrol/index.php?id=11902
We are delighted that Gohar Ali feels so at home with us ๐
๐By the way: The Diversity Days at Thuringian universities are taking place until 12 June. Our university is also taking part with numerous interesting events.
๐
You can find the full HSN programme on our website under โEventsโ.
#diversity #FacesoftheUniversity #HochschuleNordhausen #Nordhausen #Thuringia
You are currently viewing a placeholder content from Instagram. To access the actual content, click the button below. Please note that doing so will share data with third-party providers.
More InformationYou are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, click the button below. Please note that doing so will share data with third-party providers.
More Information
Study Service Centre
+49 3631 420-222
House 18, Level 1, Room 18.0105