Koblenz University of Applied Sciences
| Hochschule Koblenz | |
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| Type | Public University of Applied Sciences |
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| Established | 1996 |
| President | Kristian Bosselmann-Cyran |
Academic staff | 150[1] |
Administrative staff | 350 |
| Students | 7,400[2] |
| Location | Koblenz, Remagen, Höhr-Grenzhausen, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany |
| Website |
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Koblenz University of Applied Sciences (German: Hochschule Koblenz, formerly known as Fachhochschule Koblenz or FH Koblenz) is a public university in Rhineland-Palatinate. Although the present university was established in 1996, it has a rich tradition in higher education. The roots of today's Faculty of Materials Engineering, Glass and Ceramics in Hoehr‑Grenzhausen, come down to the 19th century.
Overview
The six faculties of University of Applied Sciences Koblenz currently offer more than 40 degree courses, including more than 30 bachelor degree courses and more than 10 master's degree courses. These figures are no more than a snapshot, since the offers are constantly adjusted to current demand trends. Some of the degree courses are offered as correspondence courses or integrated degree programs. As a result of the Bologna process, Hochschule Koblenz has completed the conversion to bachelor's and master's degree courses.
Faculty and Sites
The university spans three campuses in three different cities, Koblenz, Remagen and Höhr-Grenzhausen.
The opening of the new campus complex in 2009 marked a major milestone in the history of RheinMoselCampus. On a building site of more than 4 acres, a total of 619 rooms (including 28 seminar rooms, 237 offices and a variety of lecture halls and laboratories with high-tech equipment and up-to-date facilities) were built. Today, this campus complex accommodates the Faculties of Architecture, Business Administration, Engineering and Social Science as well as the university administration. A dormitory and a day nursery run by Studierendenwerk Koblenz are also available on site.
RheinMoselCampus Koblenz-Karthause
The RheinMoselCampus, located in the residential area of Koblenz-Karthause (50°20′10″N 7°34′10″E / 50.33611°N 7.56944°E), accommodates the following university faculties:
- Faculty of Engineering (with the Departments of Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Information Technology).
- Faculty of Business Administration
- Faculty of Architecture (with the Departments of Architecture and Civil Engineering)
- Faculty of Social Science
Faculty of Engineering
The Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Electrical Engineering (B.Eng.)
- Information Technology (B.Eng.)
- Mechatronics (B.Eng. and dual B.Eng.)
- Industrial Engineering (Electrical Engineering, B.Sc.)
- Systems Technology (M.Eng.)
The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng.)
- Product Development and Design (B.Eng.)
- Mechanical Engineering (Dual Degree Course - B.Eng.)
- Product Development and Design (Dual Degree Course - B.Eng.)
- Industrial Engineering (Mechanical Engineering, B.Sc.)
- Mechanical Engineering (M.Eng.)
Cooperative Study Courses
The following degree courses are offered in cooperation with the University of Koblenz-Landau. *Teacher Training for Vocational Colleges with major in Construction Technology (B.Ed. / M.Ed.)
- Teacher Training for Vocational Colleges with major in Wood Technology (B.Ed. / M.Ed.)
- Teacher Training for Vocational Colleges with major in Electrical Technology (B.Ed. / M.Ed.)
- Teacher Training for Vocational Colleges with major in Metal Technology (B.Ed. / M.Ed.)
Faculty of Business Administration
The Faculty of Business Administration offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Business Administration (B.Sc.)
- Marketing and International Business (B.Sc.)
- Mittelstand Management (B.Sc.)
- Industrial Engineering (B.Sc.)
- Business Management (M.Sc.)
Faculty of Architecture
The Department of Civil Engineering offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Civil Engineering (B.Eng.)
- Civil Engineering Sandwich Course (B.Eng.)
- Civil Engineering and Business Administration (B.Sc.)
- Civil Engineering (M.Eng.)
The Department of Architecture and Urban Planning offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Architecture (B.A.)
- Architecture and Urban Planning (M.A.)
Faculty of Social Science
The Faculty of Social Science offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Social Work (B.A.)
- Social Work – part-time online degree course (B.A., BASA online)
- Pedagogy of Early Childhood – part-time degree course in distance learning (B.A.)
- Education & Social Management with Major in Early Childhood Studies (B.A.)
- Education – dual part-time degree course (B.A.)
- Advanced Professional Studies – Internet-Based part-time degree course (B.A.)
RheinAhrCampus Remagen
RheinAhrCampus Remagen, the northernmost location of Koblenz University of Applied Sciences (50°34′22″N 7°15′12″E / 50.57278°N 7.25333°E), was established as part of the Bonn/Berlin compensation agreement (Berlin-Bonn Act) in 1998. After a period of rapid growth, the current student population is about 2700 students (March 2012). The campus site is located directly on the Rhine, near the Ahr. The campus is equipped with a dormitory that can accommodate 102 students. A daycare center for children of students and employees is also available on site. Access to a beach volleyball court is also available on campus. In addition, an indoor tennis facility, a football court and a swimming pool are located within easy walking distance. The degree courses offered at RheinAhrCampus Remagen are organized by two faculties:
- Faculty of Business and Social Management
- Faculty of Mathematics and Technology
Faculty of Business and Social Management
The Faculty of Business and Social Management offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Business Administration: Health Care and Social Services Management (B.A.)
- Business Administration: Logistics and E-Business (B.A.)
- Sports Management (B.A.)
- Business Administration: Logistics and E-Business, Health Care and Social Services Management, Logistics and E-Business, Sports Management (M.A.)
Faculty of Mathematics and Technology
The Faculty of Mathematics and Technology offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Biomathematics (B.Sc.)
- Business Mathematics (B.Sc.)
- Technomathematics (B.Sc.)
- Optics and Laser Engineering (B.Sc.)
- Medical Engineering (B.Sc.)
- Sports-Medical Engineering (B.Sc.)
- Applied Physics (M.Sc.)
- Mathematics in Finance and Life Science (M.Sc.)
Programs in Distance Learning
RheinAhrCampus Remagen has offered a part-time MBA Program in distance learning since 2003. At present, it is available with the following concentrations:
- Marketing
- Production Management
- Logistics Management
- Financial Restructuring and Insolvency Management
- Health Care and Social Services Management
- Leisure and Tourism Management
- Business Management / Financial Management
- Leadership
- Sports Management
All degree courses offered at Hochschule Koblenz are accredited according to internationally recognized quality standards by AQAS.
WesterwaldCampus Höhr-Grenzhausen
The tradition of Ceramic Education in Höhr-Grenzhausen (50°25′57″N 7°39′56″E / 50.43250°N 7.66556°E) goes back to the 19th century. Due to the mining of high quality plastic clays in the Westerwald region, crafts pottery and the industrial processing of clay are strongly rooted in the region. Thus, the existing cooperation links with Research institutes like “Deutsches Institut für Feuerfest und Keramik GmbH” provide the students with additional opportunities for training and employment. Research and teaching at the WesterwaldCampus of Hochschule Koblenz focus on modern Materials Science and Engineering with a focus on glass and ceramics as well as the fine arts. Research and teaching are offered in one department of the Faculty of Engineering and one institute:
- Department of Materials Engineering, Glass and Ceramics
- Institute of Artistic Ceramics and Glass
Department of Materials Engineering, Glass and Ceramics
The Department of Materials Engineering, Glass and Ceramics offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Materials Technology – Glass and Ceramics (B.Eng.)
- Ceramic Science and Engineering (M.Eng.)
Institute of Artistic Ceramics and Glass
The Institute of Artistic Ceramics and Glass offers the following degree courses (as of March 2012):
- Fine Arts (Ceramics and Glass) (B.F.A.)
- Fine Arts (Ceramics and Glass) (M.F.A.)
International Orientation
Being an active part of an international research and teaching community is one of the main priorities of Koblenz University of Applied Sciences. The university maintains more than 100 cooperation agreements with universities around the world. Many of the students spend one semester or more abroad, serve internships in other countries, study at one of the partner universities or other universities of their own choice, take part in Summer School Programs, Intensive Programmes or other short-term exchanges, or get involved in international projects. Likewise, many international students study at RheinMoselCampus, RheinAhrCampus or Westerwald Campus – either as exchange students or as degree-seeking students. Koblenz University of Applied Sciences welcomes international students and scholars as they add substantial value to the academic environment and provide inspiration to student community and faculty alike. Visiting lecturers from other countries and universities are invited to teach classes with an international perspective and language courses for professional purposes are an integral part of all degree courses.
Sports at Koblenz University of Applied Sciences
Recreational sports offers are another integral part of the student experience. In cooperation with Koblenz-Landau University, Koblenz University of Applied Sciences offers a wide range of activities to students. Students can choose from a catalogue of more than 20 disciplines (including surfing and self-defence). Most of the offers are available free of charge. In some cases, students are asked to pay a small contribution (of about €5 to €10 per semester). More information about the offers is available from the sports department of the student union (ASTA). Additional sports activities organized by the student union are available at RheinAhrCampus Remagen.
