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Fachhochschule Hamburg

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Fachhochschule Hamburg: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Fachhochschule Hamburg is a public higher education and applied research institution in Hamburg, Germany, now known as the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences. It suits applicants who want a large applied sciences university in Germany and are prepared to confirm current programmes and admissions details on the university website.

  2. What you can study

    The institution is a higher education and applied research university, but no subject areas or degree programmes are listed in the available details. If you want to study there, check the current programme catalogue on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    Applicants from abroad should start with the university website and confirm the entry requirements for the specific programme they want, because programme-level admissions rules are not given here. You should also check whether documents need translation, what language proof is required, and how to submit the application through the official admissions route.

  4. What it costs

    A tuition fee for international students is not published here, so confirm the current amount with the admissions office. Living costs in Hamburg should be planned for separately, including housing, food, transport, and health insurance.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm it on the official website before applying. Also check the programme start dates, visa paperwork, document format, and whether your previous qualifications are accepted for the course you want.

  6. How it compares

    Germany has 326 universities, so this institution sits in a very crowded higher-education system. Its main distinguishing point is its applied sciences profile and its size within Hamburg and among applied sciences universities in Germany, which may appeal to students who want a large public institution with a practical orientation.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Fachhochschule Hamburg

What type of institution is Fachhochschule Hamburg?

It is a public higher education and applied research institution in Hamburg, Germany.

What is the university called now?

It is now known as the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences.

Where is it located?

It is located in Hamburg, Germany.

How large is it compared with other universities?

It is the second-largest university in Hamburg and the fourth-largest applied sciences university in Germany, with a student body of 16.454.

Overview

The Hamburg University of Applied Sciences is a higher education and applied research institution located in Hamburg, Germany. Formerly known as Fachhochschule Hamburg, the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences was founded in 1970. In terms of student enrolment, the HAW is the second-largest university in Hamburg and the fourth-largest applied sciences university in Germany, with a student body of 16.454.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Germany.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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