Nearest deadline15.11.2026
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Harz University of Applied Sciences
Hochschule Harz – Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften
With its two locations in Wernigerode and Halberstadt, the university is located at the edge of the low mountain range, the Harz Mountains, which again are situated right in the middle of Germany. Both sites will inspire you with their wealth of natural landscapes and their rich history and architecture.
DISCOVER the numerous historical timber-framed houses, the old town hall and the castle in Wernigerode. EXPLORE the cathedral and its treasury in Halberstadt and EXPERIENCE the diverse range of tourist attractions and cultural sights of the region.
In a nutshell, the two locations of Harz University of Applied Sciences offer the best of both worlds. On the one hand, there are the advantages of smaller towns where one can live in a comfortable and familial environment. On the other hand, there is the great advantage of being located in the heart of Germany. Bigger cities like Magdeburg, Braunschweig, Berlin, Leipzig or Hanover can be reached within one to three hours.
Data from the university's official pages
Facts about the university
| Ownership | Public, Saxony-Anhalt |
|---|---|
| City | Wernigerode |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Students | ≈ 3,182 |
| Programmes | 2 programmes · 2 bachelor's |
| Tuition fee |
€0 per semester for international students what it consists ofTuition fee of the federal state (Saxony-Anhalt), international students€0 Semester contribution€102.65
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
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| Semester contribution | €102.65 per semester |
| Application | Via uni-assist; bachelor's until 15.06 |
| Campuses | Campus Halberstadt, Campus Wernigerode |
| Studienkolleg | Landesstudienkolleg Sachsen-Anhalt Standort Köthen |
About the university
Meet an innovative university with state-of-the-art, market-aligned degree programmes, dedicated teaching staff in step with actual practice, helpful fellow students and first-class technical equipment. Students and teaching staff alike use our wireless LAN campus, the modern language and media centre, the library, the large AudiMax lecture hall as well as superbly equipped laboratories, where practically oriented teaching and research takes place.
Harz University of Applied Sciences, with its friendly atmosphere and park-like campus paired with the charm of our beautiful, medieval town is a great place to study!
Mission Statement of Harz University of Applied Sciences
The mission statement of Harz University of Applied Sciences consists of several pillars. Together, they comprise both strategic goals and shared values.
Harz University of Applied Sciences aims to become one of the leading universities in Germany and thus makes quality of studies the highest priority. As a scientific institution, we focus on applied sciences with the aim to optimise our teachings with up to date contents. A high degree of motivation and power of innovation are central values in all areas.
Harz University of Applied Sciences is an inclusive educational institution with close ties to the region. The school’s cosmopolitan mindset and international alignment contributes to tolerance and mutual respect.
Harz University of Applied Sciences actively drives social responsibility and supports equal opportunity, sustainable development and integration of minorities/disadvantaged.
Faculties
The faculty determines the campus, the language of its programmes and the admission committee that evaluates your grades. Requirements can differ between faculties of the same university.
Faculty of Economics
2 programmes · Campus Wernigerode
FB Verwaltungswissenschaften
FB Automatisierung und Informatik
Studienkolleg
If your school certificate does not give direct admission, you first go to a Studienkolleg and pass the Feststellungsprüfung — it is recognised by every university. The colleges listed here are this university's partners.
Programmes
All 2 programmes →How to apply
The general procedure is the same for all programmes of the university; the required grade, language and additional requirements are on the page of each programme.
- 1Check your school-leaving certificateDirect admission, admission after a year at a university at home, or Studienkolleg first — it depends on your country and certificate.
- 2Application via uni-assistBachelor's until 15.06. Deadlines differ between programmes — check the programme page.
- 3Admission, visa, movingPlan 2–3 months for the visa and the blocked account — start them in parallel with the application.
What it costs to study
| Tuition fee | €0 per semester for international students |
|---|---|
| Tuition fee of the federal state (Saxony-Anhalt), international students | €0 |
| Semester contribution | €102.65 |
Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Campuses
About the campuses in detail →Campus Halberstadt
Domplatz 16, 38820 Halberstadt, Germany
Campus Wernigerode
Friedrichstraße 57-59, 38855 Wernigerode, Germany
A programme is tied to a campus — when looking for housing, go by the campus, not by the university's main address.
Studying in Wernigerode: housing, transport, costs →If you don't meet the requirements yet
Two typical stops: a school certificate without direct admission and German below the required level. Both can be solved within a year, but plan them before you apply, not after a rejection.
Questions about Harz University of Applied Sciences
How much does it cost to study at Harz University of Applied Sciences?
The federal state charges no tuition fee, including for international students. Every student pays the semester contribution of €102.65. Some programmes charge their own fee — see the programme page.
Are there programmes in English?
No — all programmes in our catalogue are taught in German.
When do I need to apply?
Most bachelor's programmes: until 15.06 for the winter semester. If you apply via uni-assist, send the documents 4–6 weeks earlier.
Do I need a Studienkolleg?
It depends on your certificate, not on the university. The Feststellungsprüfung of any Studienkolleg is recognised by all universities; Harz University of Applied Sciences works with Landesstudienkolleg Sachsen-Anhalt Standort Köthen.
Universities nearby
University chosen — next come the programme and the deadlines
Requirements and deadlines differ within one university. We will pick 3–5 programmes for your certificate and language and plan everything back from the deadline.