German Research Institutions

System-accredited Green Tech University Hof

The success of graduates in sustainably operating and internationally active companies determines the actions of all members of the scientific institution Hof University of Applied Sciences. Students receive excellent support in our cosmopolitan Green Tech University. Our work is characterized by practice-oriented, internationally focused education and training that is committed to resource efficiency. Applied research ensures that teaching is continuously updated with the latest knowledge and develops solutions that benefit industry.

Sustainable and resource-efficient

The six research institutes at Hof University focus on the following areas: biopolymer research, information systems, materials science, hydrogen and energy technology, sustainable water systems, and business and organizational research.
In addition, the Fraunhofer Application Center for Textile Fiber Ceramics (TFK), located on the Münchberg campus, develops new applications for the aerospace and automotive industries, among others.
A Makerspace as well as the start-up center Einstein 1 complete the Green Tech Campus Hof. Applied research at Hof University ensures the continuous renewal of academic knowledge and creates solutions for real-world challenges in the economy.
The Bavarian-Indian Centre for Business and University Cooperation (BayIND), affiliated with Hof University, also coordinates and promotes collaboration between Bavaria and India.
Hof University of Applied Sciences operates at five locations:
Campus Hof
Campus Münchberg
Campus Kronach
Campus Selb
Learning Location Bamberg