Pforzheim University
Pforzheim University, with its three faculties – Design, Technology, and Business and Law – enjoys a first-class reputation. The faculties combine creativity with business education and technical precision. This combination also makes the university an attractive science and research partner for the regional and national economy. With around 6,000 students, Pforzheim is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in the state of Baden-Württemberg.
The qualifications and practical experience of the teaching staff on the one hand and intensive cooperation with successful companies on the other lay the foundation for the university's outstanding position in the rankings. Pforzheim University offers 29 bachelor's and 13 master's degree programmes in the faculties of design, technology, economics and law. It enjoys a high level of acceptance in research and teaching, which also results from the good student-teacher ratio. Nearly 400 professors and lecturers ensure that students feel well looked after in Pforzheim right from the start.
The close connection between theory and practice creates positive synergy effects that result in numerous projects and research approaches for industry and business. The Institute for Applied Research, numerous Steinbeis Transfer Centres and the Jewellery Technology Institute are just a few successful examples of this.
The university cooperates with over 100 partner universities worldwide, is involved in international networks and attaches great importance to economic and business ethics issues. The university was one of the first in the world to commit to complying with the UN-initiated Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME).
If you are looking for an outstanding, practice-oriented degree programme with an excellent reputation, and if you are prepared to work hard to achieve a successful degree, strengthen your self-confidence and have fun in the process, then we are the right faculty for you!
The international and applied focus of our research and teaching, the promotion of foreign language and methodological skills, and the integration of practical experience through teaching staff and intensive corporate contacts have become key components of our success.
Today, the Faculty of Business and Law at Pforzheim University is one of the largest and most successful business schools in Germany, achieving excellent ranking results. It was the first and so far only German university of applied sciences to be internationally accredited by the renowned international accreditation organisation AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). This makes us one of the leading business schools in the world – an honour and an obligation to deliver quality in both research and teaching. We are and will remain one of the top addresses for motivated and high-achieving applicants as well as for employers looking for highly qualified employees.
The faculty in figures
- 13 bachelor's degree programmes
- 8 master's or MBA degree programmes
- 87 professors
- Over 16,000 graduates since 1963
Welcome to Pforzheim in the federal state of Baden-Württemberg, in south-western Germany. The city forms the northern gateway to the Black Forest. Famous as the centre of the German jewellery, watch and silverware industries, Pforzheim is also known as the ‘Gold City’. In Pforzheim, centuries-old traditions of jewellery making and the gold industry converge with design and high-tech industries.
Pforzheim offers a variety of cultural and tourist attractions, including the city theatre, library, several museums, parks and excursion destinations. In addition, the surrounding area offers excellent recreational opportunities. The ‘Goldstadt’ is an ideal starting point for discovering Germany and the rest of Europe.
Don't miss out on the nightlife and student life here in Pforzheim: numerous clubs, bars and restaurants await you, where you can relax and get to know your fellow students.
Pforzheim is conveniently located near three lively economic centres: Stuttgart, Karlsruhe and Heidelberg. Everything is easily accessible thanks to the infrastructure, whether by car, bus or train.
Stuttgart, the capital of Baden-Württemberg, is the epicentre of the German automotive industry and the cultural centre of the south-western region.
Approximately 30 kilometres northwest of Pforzheim lies Karlsruhe – the fan-shaped city, so called because of its streets that radiate out from its centrally located castle. You can enjoy a beautiful bird's-eye view from Durlacher Turm Berg (Tower Hill).
With its wonderful landscape, old castle, traditional university and peaceful Neckar River, Heidelberg is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. Heidelberg is known throughout the world for its romance and beauty.
