Fachhochschule Mainz

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Hochschule Mainz, formerly Fachhochschule Mainz, is a public university of applied sciences renowned for its practical, application-oriented education across various fields. It is particularly strong in Design, Business Administration, Technology, and Social Sciences, emphasizing close collaboration with industry partners. For international students, the university offers a welcoming environment with an International Office providing support, exchange programs, and a growing number of English-taught Master's programs, particularly in business and technology. A distinctive characteristic is its strong regional embeddedness and commitment to fostering innovation through hands-on projects and internships, preparing students directly for professional careers.

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Mainz University of Applied Sciences (German: Hochschule Mainz, prior to 2017: Fachhochschule Mainz) is a University of Applied Sciences in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate. Together with Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and the Catholic University of Applied Sciences, it is one of three public higher education institutions in Mainz, the state capital of Rhineland-Palatinate. The university has five locations, including a main campus. Through its dual studies programs, it collaborates with more than 600 companies and maintains partnerships with around 150 universities worldwide, offering specialized exchange programs. The range of programs at the university includes bachelor’s and master’s degrees offered in traditional full-time programs as well as dual studies or part-time programs integrating work at companies. In addition, the university has a variety of continuing education master’s programs for working professionals. In the 2025/26 winter semester, Mainz University of Applied Sciences had a total enrollment of 5,455 students. Approximately 75 percent were enrolled in bachelor’s degree programs, while the remaining 25 percent were...

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