Julia, Australia, 1-semester exchange
“Hochschule Pforzheim is a fun and diverse place to study and meet new friends from all over the world. I have enjoyed adapting to a new, German culture including beer, brezels and curry wurst. Pforzheim is full of hidden gems which are perfect to relax in on a sunny afternoon with friends. HS PF has been very welcoming and flexible with the needs of the international students. I loved all of the ‘meet and greet’ type events at the beginning of the semester which helped us meet new people from both Germany and other countries. The ISP and Gemini excursions had been fantastic as well.” 

Carolina, Brazil, 1-year exchange (2 study semesters)
“The ISP classes are enriched by the diverse academic and professional backgrounds of the professors, providing a very interactive and stimulating environment for students to learn and expand their knowledge, skills as well as broaden their horizons.”

Iva, Bulgaria, 1-year exchange (2 study semesters)
„My exchange year in Germany at Pforzheim University was unique and one of the best and constructive experiences in my life. The ISP offers a wonderful education environment with great possibilities to study, travel and enjoy unforgettable moments with people from all over the world. The ISP office was always available for all my requests and questions and I am glad to know all of the people working there. I really appreciate the German classes offered by the university to the international students, because they helped me a lot to reach a good command in the German language."

Stephanie, Denmark, 1-semester exchange
“During my exchange at  Pforzheim University, I was fortunate to meet amazing people from across the world, whom I have spent a lot of time travelling with around Germany and its neighboring countries. Both, on my own and with friends, but also thanks to the student organisation Gemini. The geographical location of Pforzheim offers great opportunity for exploring without having to travel far. Being a very international group, I did not only get to know German culture, but so many more cultures represented in our international group. The  HS PF international team and the student organization Gemini go out of their way to give you the best exchange experience possible. I am very grateful for my time and memories created - thank you!"

Tata, Georgia, 1-semester exchange
“People always ask me why I chose ISP: Studying at Pforzheim Business School was not just attending classes and writing exams. This school offered me much more. Our classes were so interesting that I didn’t miss any of them. I attended various field trips, games, cultural activities, that were organized by university. Today I have friends from half of the world and my year at Pforzheim University had a huge effect on my career.” 

Anna, Hungary, 1-semester exchange
“The ISP allowed me to broaden my perspective and it contributed to my professional and personal development. I could enrich my knowledge and skills in an international environment during my studies as well as learning a lot about different nationalities and cultures. Last but not least, I got to know fellow students from all over the world!” 

Emily, Ireland, 1-year exchange (2 study semesters)
"My time at Hochschule Pforzheim as an exchange student was both enriching and unforgettable. The International Study Program offered a great balance of engaging coursework and practical learning. From day one, I felt welcomed by the faculty and students, and I really appreciated the opportunity to work on real-world projects alongside people from all over the world. There were so many amazing opportunities throughout the semester, but my favorite was the field trip to Munich – it was a perfect mix of learning and fun. Studying at Pforzheim not only broadened my academic knowledge but also gave me valuable cross-cultural experiences that will stay with me long after my time here."

Alejandro, Mexico, 1-year exchange (study semester + internship semester)
“The ISP program exceeded all my expectations for my exchange year in Germany. It has highly prepared professors and staff, a wide academic offer, field trips and other activities to experience the German culture, a strong international context and it gave me the tools to do an internship at Mercedes-Benz. It was a life changing experience!”

Helen, Palestine, 1-semester exchange
“My experience at HSPF was nothing short of exceptional! I enjoyed attending lectures led by inspiring professors with rich backgrounds and collaborating on projects with local and international peers which further enriched my academic journey and helped me build meaningful, lifelong friendships that became travel buddies and developed into the closest of friends. Beyond the classroom, I engaged in various extracurricular activities. One remarkable event was the "EU & Friends Day" where my colleague and I proudly represented Palestine and our home university alongside fellow international students. This semester was a tremendous once-in-a-lifetime experience that has left a lasting mark on me.”

Camila, Peru, 1-semester exchange
“Studying for exchange at Pforzheim Business School was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had in my life. The people I met here, professors, staff, citizens – and last but not least friends – are the kindest people you could meet. Classes are superb with excellent teaching level in International Business as well as in Industrial Engineering. Likewise, my English skills have massively improved as all of my classes had been given in excellent English. Also, I have to say that I came to Germany speaking almost no German, but now – with the help of the university’s German language classes – I can read and understand quite a lot.”

Marcin, Poland, 1-year exchange (2 study semesters)
„Choosing Pforzheim Business School as a destination for my study abroad period was a great decision. I’m really happy to have the possibility to enjoy studying in a real international environment and get to know so much about different cultures. Professors provide very interesting and interactive lectures with strong impact on solving practical examples. Student’s life at the university is very well developed. Events and field trips for international students are organized every single month. I really recommend everyone studying at Pforzheim Business School.“

Andrei, Romania, 1-semester exchange
“The ISP program has been the best experience during my bachelor studies due to the broad intercultural exposure, the practical orientation of the classes and the outstanding and helpful professors. The first thing I did after completing the ISP was to plan to come back to Pforzheim. After two years of working to acquire the required experience, I came back to Pforzheim University for the MBA in International Management.” 

Zrinka, Slovenia, 1-semester exchange
“As an international student at Pforzheim University, I was surprised how friendly and helpful ISP staff and all professors are. ISP staff takes a lot of care for student’s needs and abilities while choosing appropriate courses. Professors are always open to questions and discussions encouraging students to do their best. Supportive energy in the school made my study abroad semester very enjoyable!” 

Elsa, Taiwan, 1-year exchange (2 study semesters)
"During my first semester at Pforzheim University's Business School, I learned a lot about business in Germany and gained insights into how German people work and interact – things I couldn’t have experienced in my home country. 
I enjoyed it so much that I decided to stay for another semester. Not only does it align with my future plans, but the atmosphere here is also amazing! The staff from the International Study Program are very helpful and supportive. Don’t hesitate to reach out to them with any questions about your studies!"

Sevdenur, Turkey, 1-semester exchange 
“Joining the International Study Program at Pforzheim University was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The diverse courses, interactive teaching, and international environment made learning inspiring. From day one, the ISP team made sure every student felt welcomed and supported. With exciting events, excursions, and a strong community, I never felt alone. ISP also helped me build valuable connections, opening doors to real-world experiences early on. Feeling truly at home here, I chose to continue my studies in the Digital Business Management (BDBM) program – a journey massively supported by BDBM Professor Dr. Joachim Schuler, to whom I am deeply grateful. Pforzheim University became my home away from home, and I’m grateful to be part of such a vibrant and welcoming community.”

Christopher, United Kingdom, 1-year exchange (2 study semesters)
“My time in Pforzheim has presented me with numerous experiences and opportunities from university organised trips around Germany to offering a diverse range of courses; which were not only interesting but allowed me to converse and learn from experienced professors. I met many interesting people from around the world who I would consider to be lifelong friends and have shared many great memories with. I would definitely recommend studying abroad to anyone, especially at Pforzheim Business School!”

Elyse & Trevor, USA, 1-semester exchange
"Our time at Hochschule Pforzheim was an unforgettable experience and one of the highlights of our academic career. We found the professors to be extremely competent and made lifelong friendships with both German and international students. The coursework was interesting and there were always activities to keep us involved. We especially enjoyed Europe and Friends Day where we got to experience cultures from around the world as well as share some of our own unique culture. Outside of school, we had an amazing experience exploring Germany and surrounding countries. Some of our best memories were exploring the Christmas markets and collecting souvenirs to remember our time living abroad. We can’t recommend this ISP program enough and would do it again in a heartbeat!”