University of Applied Sciences – Hochschule Offenburg

University of Applied Sciences – Hochschule Offenburg
Reform
Fachhochschule
ausgezeichnet vom Stifterverband
für die Deutsche Wissenschaft

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03 University of Applied Sciences Offenburg
05 Preface
06 Bachelor and Master Degree Programs
08 Business Administration and
Industrial Engineering (B+W)
10 Electrical Engineering and
Information Technology (E+I)
12 Mechanical Engineering and
Process Engineering (M+V)
14 Media and Information (M+I)
16 Graduate School (GS)
17 International Offi ce (IO)
18 Institute for Applied Research (IAF)
20 Institute for Scientifi c Continuing Education
(IWW)
21 Association of Friends and Sponsors of the
University of Applied Sciences Offenburg e.V.
22 Alumni-Network
23 Directory - How to fi nd us

University of Applied Sciences Offenburg
Competence in Engineering Technology,
Business Administration and Media
The University of Applied Sciences Offenburg is among
the most important Institutes of Higher Education in the
region of the Southern Upper Rhine area. Founded in
1964 as a State School of Engineering, today there are
around 2400 students enrolled at two campus locations in
Offenburg and Gengenbach. In educating a new generation
of highly qualifi ed young people and in its application
oriented approach the University of Applied Sciences is
making a valuable contribution to enhance international
competitiveness of the region of Southern Baden in the
state of Baden-Württemberg.
Thanks largely to a very good ranking among
German institutions, the University of Applied Sciences
Offenburg enjoys an outstanding reputation far beyond the
region of Baden. In addition, the high reputation the institution
enjoys is based on the label “ReformFachhochschule”,
awarded by the German Society for the Advancement of
Science (Stifterverband für die Deutsche Wissenschaft) for
leading the way with reform projects.
STUDYING AT THE UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
OFFENBURG
Students in Offenburg profi t from the advantages of a
personal and international campus atmosphere as well
as from the individual attention provided by professors,
lecturers and staff. In four faculties prospective students
fi nd a wide spectrum of subjects: Business Administration
and Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering and
Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering and Process
Engineering as well as Media and Information.
The degree programs contain numerous areas of
emphasis and attractive possibilities for further studies and
continuing education. Throughout the study period and
during the transition to professional life the university
supports its students with a wide range of services.
Since the start of the winter semester 2005/2006 all
degree programs adopted the Master and Bachelor
education system, and the renowned accreditation agencies
ASIIN, FIBAA and ZEvA have certifi ed the high quality
of the new degree programs. Because of their market
orientated practical relevance and international approach
to education, graduates of the University of Applied
Sciences Offenburg are highly sought after by companies.
INTERNATIONAL ORIENTATION
A special hallmark of the university and an important sign of
its quality is the strong international orientation of its degree
programs. Therefore it is no coincidence that the Deutsche
Akademische Austausch Dienst DAAD (German Academic
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Exchange Service) has ranked Offenburg as the most
important university in Germany for Master Programs since
the year 2001 due to the extensive range of international
contacts (in the annual report “Wissenschaft weltoffen”).
With more than 13 percent of international students Offenburg
also maintains exchange agreements with 50 partner
institutions around the globe, allowing students to spend a
semester abroad, either as a study semester, as a practical
period or to write a graduate thesis. This attractive option is
taken up by around 20 percent of students. Due to the location
of the university close to France, Offenburg also maintains
double degree agreements with a number of renowned
French universities.
PARTNERS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
OFFENBURG
The university fosters contacts with numerous partners
in business, science, politics and society in
general. Especially close ties exist with fi rms in the
southern Upper Rhine area, making the university a ser-
History
1964 Foundation of the “State Engineering School”
in Offenburg with the degree programs in
Mechanical Engineering and Electrical
Engineering
1970 Opening ceremony of the Offenburg Campus
1971 The “State Engineering School” is awarded
the status as “Fachhochschule”
1978 Start of study programs Campus Gengenbach
with the degree program “Technical Business
Administration”
vice orientated centre of competence. The Institute for
Applied Research (IAF), founded in 1986, delivers technology
and innovative ideas to industry for commercial utilization.
Participating companies are able to take advantage
of services such as consulting, technology transfer all
the way up to comprehensive support for the development
of products in a seamless fashion. In addition, there are
also research co-operation projects between individual faculty
members and companies.
A number of committees and institutions play a decisive
part in the development of the University of Applied
Sciences Offenburg. The university advisory board
(“Hochschulrat”) has the important role of development of
the university and actively supports the strengthening of
its profi le and competitiveness. The Kuratorium, consisting
of high ranking representatives from business, society and
politics, takes care of the close links to industry, while the
Association of Friends and Sponsors of the University
(Verein der Freunde und Förderer der Hochschule Offenburg
e.V.) makes a substantial contribution towards the
realization of additional projects and activities benefi ting
students.
1984 1100 students in four faculties
1996 Starting date of the degree program
“Media and Information”
2000 Awarded the title of “ReformFachhochschule”
by the German Science Foundation “Stifterverband
für die Deutsche Wissenschaft”
Founding of the “Graduate School”
2005 Conversion to Bachelor/Master study
degree system
2007 Start of the new extension building for the
faculty “Media and Information”

Prof. Dr. Winfried Lieber
Rector of the University
of Applied Sciences
Offenburg
Dr. Wolfgang Bruder
Chairman of the Board of
EnBW Regional AG and
Chairman of the advisory
board
Hans Nußbaum
Managing Director of Otto
Nußbaum GmbH & Co. KG
and Chairman of the board
of trustees
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As one of the leading institutions for Technology
and Engineering, Business and
Media the University of Applied Sciences
Offenburg prepares its students in the best
possible way for a career in the national or
international labour market by offering state
of the art high quality degree programs
characterized by their management and
problem solving orientation. With projects
in applied research and development the
university strengthens the innovation poten-
The University of Applied Sciences Offenburg
enjoys an excellent reputation. This reputation
has been recognized repeatedly by
outstanding ranking evaluations in the last
few years. In the future the university will
have to face increased competition with other
institutions, and the University of Applied
Sciences Offenburg is facing this competition
with innovative ideas and new concepts.
With the building extension and the introduction
of new study programs the univer-
For our region the University of Applied
Sciences Offenburg is the education institution
of choice for the new generation of
engineers, scientists and media graduates.
Within the context of global competition the
need for innovation becomes crucial for industry.
To this end, a practice-oriented curriculum
along with a research element becomes
very important. Modern laboratories
and intense networking between companies
and the university enables the fast transfer
of innovative technologies into products.
More recently, companies have made strong
tial of industry, especially in the region of the
Southern Upper Rhine. The geographical location
of the University of Applied Sciences
Offenburg enables it to take a leading role in
the internationalization of the region.
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sity has now switched its gears toward the
future. The new consecutive degree programs
make it possible that in addition
to the education as an engineer students
can opt for a lecturing career in professional
schools. In the near future about 4000
students will fi nd excellent education offers
in future orientated study programs.
commitments to support the goals of the
university. I am sure that the improvements
induced by the board of trustees during the
last years will further enhance the prospects
of success.
Our region is dominated by medium and
small sized companies and a great number
of successful enterprises are located in our
region which is part of the well known Upper
Rhine area.
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Bachelor and Master Degree Programs
Along with its European neighbors, Germany is aiming to
establish a common European education system (known
as the “Bologna process”) by 2010, offering degrees comparable
and compatible on an European scale. This will
replace the German Diplom and Magister degrees with
their one-phase study concept. However, standards and
contents remain unchanged.
First degree studies at the Bachelor level are completed
within six to seven semesters. The Bachelor degree is a professional
qualifi cation, allowing entry to professional life
after a relatively short study period. This is followed by the
Master degree which can be completed within three to four
semesters and allows a more thorough specialization in a
chosen fi eld of study. A longer or shorter period of professional
employment can be conducted between the Bachelor
and the Master degree.
The “Diploma Supplement” is an additional certifi cate in
English, which ensures more international transparency
and is designed to make the assessment of degrees for
academic or professional purposes easier.
MORE FLEXIBILITY
At the University of Applied Sciences Offenburg a Master
degree can be obtained in several ways:
consecutive, meaning that Bachelor and Master degree
studies are in relation to one another while developing
a greater scientifi c depth
non-consecutive, Master degree studies do not have
any immediate curricular relation to prior Bachelor
studies
work experience of at least one year is a prerequisite
for the master studies
ADVANTAGES FOR STUDENTS AND COMPANIES
The new Bachelor and Master education system offers
a range of clear advantages for students as well as employers:
shorter study periods
individual and fl exible learning programs
more applied orientation
transfering to a foreign university is facilitated
international employability of graduates

Bachelor Degree Programs
Degree Programs Final Degree Number of Semesters
Campus Offenburg
Electrical Engineering / Information Technology Bachelor of Engineering 7
Electrical Engineering / Information Technology plus (option of lectureship in vocational high schools)
Bachelor of Engineering 7
Electrical Engineering / Information Technology DF (German-French) Bachelor of Engineering 7
Applied Computer Science Bachelor of Science 7
Mechatronics Bachelor of Engineering 7
Mechatronics plus (option of lectureship in vocational high schools)
Bachelor of Engineering 7
Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering 7
Process Engineering Bachelor of Science 7
Media and Information Bachelor of Science 7
Media Technology / Economics plus (option of lectureship in vocational high schools)
Bachelor of Engineering 7
Campus Gengenbach
Business Administration Bachelor of Arts 6
Industrial Engineering Bachelor of Engineering 7
Master Degree Programs
Degree Programs Final Degree Number of Semesters
Campus Offenburg
Communication and Media Engineering Master of Science 4
Electrical Engineering / Information Technology Master Master of Engineering 3
Electrical Engineering / Information Technology BB (educational goal: professional education)
Master of Science 3
Energy Conversion and Management Master of Science 4
Energy Economics Master of Science 3
Mechanical Engineering Master of Science 3
Process Engineering Master of Science 3
Media and Communication Master of Science 3
Campus Gengenbach
International Business Consulting Master of Business Administration 3
Business Administration Master of Arts 4
Industrial Engineering Master of Engineering 3
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B+W
Betriebswirtschaft und
Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen
(Business Administration and Industrial Engineering)
The faculty of Business Administration and Industrial Engineering,
located at the Gengenbach campus, was
founded in 1978. One reason for the success of its
degree programs is the realization that leadership in
industry requires not only economic skills but also sound
technical knowledge as well as excellent informatic competence.
Therefore all degree programs have an interdisciplinary
orientation, i.e., a well balanced and co-ordinated combination
of subjects within the areas of business, technology
and information technology. The proportion within the
different subject areas depends upon the respective degree
program and the chosen study focus.
An interdisciplinary education ensures an overall understanding
of technical and economic aspects within companies.
In addition, the various areas of specialization allow
consolidation of specifi c areas such as E-Commerce, Lean
Manufacturing or Business Administration for small and
medium sized companies.
RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER
The Project “Lean Manufacturing and Process Design”
Employing innovative information technology within the
area of production design, planning and controlling is
increasingly important for smaller and medium sized companies.
Under the generic term “integrated production
systems” (Ganzheitliche Produktionssysteme, GPS) many
companies develop and employ such systems to make
them more competitive.
With the support of the state of Baden-Württemberg, a
new laboratory was set up featuring state of the art tools.
The aim of the research is to create a synthesis between the
absolute avoidance of waste methodology derived mostly
from the Toyota production system with the more Techno-
IT orientated methods favored in Europe. To accommodate
the growing demand for graduates in this area, the interdisciplinary
study focus “Lean Manufacturing and Process
Design” will be part of the new Master programs. In addition,
consultancy courses and continuing education will be
available to companies in the Upper Rhine area of South
West Germany.

Kaizen-Workshops
Based on the Kaizen concept developed in Japan,
problems are evaluated within the company premises. The
Kaizen concept aims to continually improve process development
and procedures within a company. First all procedures
are evaluated which do not contribute to increased
value and are therefore wasteful. In this workshop participants
employ and present different methods to devise
and optimize a nominal concept. A jury from the company
then decides whether the concept should be improved
or employed on the second day – according to the motto
“it is better to have a 70 percent solution immediately
than an unattainable 100 percent solution”. The workshop
concludes with a fi nal representation and an evaluation of
the results. Companies and students view these workshops
in a positive light, especially since along with professional
knowledge social skills are promoted.
Student Consulting e.V. – Students as Consultants
Student Consulting e.V. is a consultancy project devised
and run by students. They work on projects for companies
such as analysis of image and location, customer consultancy
or up-to-date Web and E-Commerce applications as
well as marketing concepts.
FACTS & FIGURES
Professorial Staff: 21
Lecturers: 38
Students: 653
Laboratories: 4
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS
Business Administration
Industrial Engineering
Media Technology / Economics plus
(option of lectureship in vocational high schools)
MASTER DEGREE PROGRAMS
International Business Consulting
Business Administration
Energy Economics
Industrial Engineering
RESEARCH FOCUS
Lean Manufacturing and Process Design
Optimal Constructions
Economy Informatics
Internationalization of Invoicing and Reporting
Logistics and Commerce
IT-Supported Application of Operation Research
For more information see our website:
www.fh-offenburg.de/bw
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E+I
Elektrotechnik und
Informationstechnik
(Electrical Engineering and Information Technology)
The faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information
Technology (E+I) is one of the two departments of
the University of Applied Sciences dating back to its
foundation in 1964. The faculty has always seen itself as
an especially innovative part of the university, having a
dynamic approach towards adapting the range of degree
programs to the needs of the education and employment
market. These efforts have been successful; beginning with
the early university ranking, the faculty has always been at
the top of the rankings.
INNOVATIVE DEGREE PROGRAMS
The faculty responded to the drop in student numbers in
the nineties by offering new programs. In this context,
the restructuring of the education system in line with the
Bologna process came at the right time; allowing next to
the classical degree programs in the faculty the introduction
of new, synergistically integrated programs in the area
of “Applied Computer Science” and “Mechatronics”.
Reforming the structure of the education system with the
introduction of Bachelor and Master degrees also enhances
the status of graduate degrees – after all, Bachelor and
Master degrees are of equal value to degrees awarded
by universities of research. The university did not waste
this opportunity and in 1998 introduced the fi rst Master
degree track “Communication and Media Engineering”. This
program, completely taught in English, opened up new
perspectives in the internationalization of the University of
Applied Sciences Offenburg.
Another program introduced in co-operation with the Pädagogische
Hochschule Freiburg in the year 2003, the degree
program Electrical Engineering / Information Technology
plus (with the option of lectureship in vocational high
schools) would have been unthinkable before the change
to new study structures. The new Bachelor and Master
degrees as well as co-operation with other faculties and
universities – especially in the international arena – have
undoubtedly made the range of programs more attractive
which in turn has led to an increase in student numbers.
CONNECTING WITH INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE
Education in the faculty without close contact to industry
and commerce would be unthinkable, since both the
mandatory internships in Bachelor programs as well as graduate
theses completed in companies prepare students in the
best possible way for their professional life. A continuous exchange
of information and constant feedback between university
and companies, between professorial staff and engineers
in industry and business is the key to a curriculum in line with
the latest developments in technology and beyond.

Concerning the area of co-operative education, a direct connection
links the university with companies within and outside
the region. In this model, selected students are fi nancially
supported by companies during their study period. In
return, students spend a part of their time during semester
breaks working in the company and also
prepare their graduate thesis while there.
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER
Applied research, development and technology transfer are
indispensable elements for a future-orientated department.
Professorial staff and scientifi c assistants conduct research
and development in the areas as shown in the table.
In addition, signifi cant developments take place in
the fi eld of Automation Systems, Drive Engineering,
Embedded Systems, Radio Frequency Technology, EMC,
Signal Processing and Image Processing. This list is by no
means complete and will dynamically evolve according to
changing requirements.
The faculty looks forward to increasing the number of
co-operation projects in curriculum development, applied
research and development – with companies and other
institutions of higher education.
FACTS & FIGURES
Professorial Staff: 18
Lecturers: 22
Students: 446
Laboratories: 19
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS
Electrical Engineering / Information Technology,
... plus , ... DF
Applied Computer Science
plus
Mechatronics, ...
(... plus option of lectureship in vocational high schools)
(... DF German-French)
MASTER DEGREE PROGRAMS
Communication and Media Engineering
Master Electrical Engineering / Information Technology ,
... BB
BB (... educational goal: professional education
especially lectureship in vocational high schools)
RESEARCH FOCUS
Design of Microelectronic Systems
Control Engineering, Sensors and Actuators
Mobile Communication and Satellite Navigation
Optoelectronics and Photonics
Software Technology and Distributed Systems
For more information see our website:
www.et-it.fh-offenburg.de
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Mechanical Engineering and Process Engineering integrate
different systems from classical Mechanical Engineering
as well as from Electrical and Process Engineering, in order
to produce competitive products. In this way, issues
in Engineering Science, apart from technical know-how,
demand economic, ecological and social competences.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
(Mechanical Engineering and Process Engineering)
In the fi rst three semesters students mainly acquire
mathematical and natural science basics, followed by the
main semester with three focal points in Development,
Construction and Production. In the subsequent study
period, the emphasis is on the three areas of Development,
Construction and Production. The Master degree program
increases the depth and reinforces the knowledge gained in
Bachelor studies, while application oriented contents in the
engineering sciences are the focal points. The university
also offers the specialized degree program Mechanical
Engineering. The study program concludes with a graduate
thesis prepared while in a company.
PROCESS ENGINEERING
After completion of stage I studies, students in the degree
program Process Engineering can decide between one of
three key areas in the fi elds of Energy, Environment or
Biotechnology. In this case, there is also the possibilty to
further the acquired knowledge in the subsequently offered
Master programs “Energy Conversion and Management“
and “Process Engineering“.
PROJECTS FROM RESEARCH AND STUDIES:
TECHNOLOGY AND FUNCTION
Systems developed in Mechanical Engineering and
Process Engineering not only have to function, but also
have to comply with standards of Process Engineering. For
instance, the fl ow form appears in different ways during
moment transmission in viscous couplings. And the turning
moment, depending upon the fl ow form, is important
for its application. In this process different disciplines cooperate:
Product development along with modern CAD-systems,
as well as calculation of “fi nite element programs”
(FEM), production of numerically controlled high capacity
milling and turning machines along with numerical fl ow
simulations and rheological fl uid qualities.

Highly developed products require the combination of the
various disciplines within the Engineering Sciences. For
example, a prerequisite for optimal moment transmission
is the knowledge of material qualities, of fl uid qualities
derived by optical measurements and of the dynamic behaviour
of systems. Only by an integrated view, new products
are generated which fulfi l the expected functions and
are able to maintain a hold on a global market.
TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER
Students and professors are able to transfer their
specialized and up-to-date technical know-how acquired
during the Bachelor and Master study programs as well as
in the graduate thesis and practical semesters spent in an
industrial setting.
Experimental pilot plants allow technological research for
industry. Plants featuring fi rst class facilities are available.
This includes material testing, CAD, production, measuring
and control engineering, power engines and machines,
wind tunnels, automotive engineering as well as thermal
and mechanical processing and biotechnology.
Technical consulting through development and simulation
of fi ttings, plants and technical processes has a long tradition
at the University of Applied Sciences Offenburg.
FACTS & FIGURES
Professorial Staff: 30
Lecturers: 10
Students: 830
Laboratories: 20
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS
Mechanical Engineering
Process Engineering
Mechatronics
Mechatronics plus
(option of lectureship in vocational high schools)
MASTER DEGREE PROGRAMS
Mechanical Engineering
Energy Conversion and Management
Energy Economics
Process Engineering
RESEARCH FOCUS
Product Development and Design
Properties of Metals and Synthetic Materials
Thermo and Fluid Dynamics
Dynamics of Machines and Biomechanics
Measuring Techniques and Control Engineering
Energy Technology and Solar Technology
Digital Online Library
Nanoparticles
Emissions Analysis
Chromatography, Environment and Bio Analysis
For more information see our website:
www.fh-offenburg.de/mv
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M+I
Medien und
Informationswesen
(Media and Information)
The faculty of Media and Information (M+I) offers program
courses in the areas of media technology, media
management and media production. Acquiring
interdisciplinary media systems competency obtained
by combining the elements of various disciplines
prepares graduates to assume positions of leadership.
Graduates gain the knowledge to make essential contributions
to the scientifi c development of media systems and
are well prepared to produce innovative media productions.
MEDIA AND THE INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH
Successful media technology is based upon a synthesis
of technology, computer science, contents, business management
and design. Being of equal importance, these
related skills are essential to succeed in the area of media
technology and management.
FORMAL SKILLS AND ANALYTICAL ABILITIES
Basic analytic skills in the design of media and media
productions are communicated by teaching audiovisual design
principles, psychology of perception, communications and
media and communications analysis. Differentiation is achieved
by portraying different formal principles of digital media
and their application within practical work in the studio.
ECONOMIC ASPECTS AND MANAGEMENT KNOWLEDGE
Basic business principles are conveyed by an introduction
to economics, legal and organisational issues in media
companies. Graduates therefore acquire basic skills in the
specifi c areas of media and economics.
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
Using as a focal point “digital media”, knowledge in the area
of media technology ensures that graduates are able to
make qualifi ed judgements on technical aspects. Media and
information technology systems are thereby understood
and can be employed purposefully. The possibility to increasing
one‘s knowledge permits detailed technical systems
planning.
A SOUND CROSS SECTION OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
Based on a comprehensive, fi rst degree education in computer
science, a sound interdisciplinary knowledge as well
as specifi c knowledge is acquired in the area of Media Information
Technology. Having a sound understanding of
the software and hardware elements is an indispensable
prerequisite for technological innovation in the area of digital
media.

PROJECT E-LEARNING
The use of digital technologies in the learning process is
essential in the context of the curriculum. Digital technologies
not only increase the availability of up-to-date teaching
contents, they also make organisation, communication and
learning in teams more fl exible.
E-Learning means learning with the aid of internet and
computer: it allows increase of knowledge at an individual
learning speed, which is a desireable prerequisite
for improved learning. The faculty of Media and
Information develops technologies for highly interactive
and mobile use, examines didactic applications and
designs formal aspects based on the principle of usability
while keeping in mind relevant target groups. In
addition, the faculty operates a learning-management
platform, produces learning contents and carries out
practice orientated studies.
FACTS & FIGURES
Professorial Staff: 14
Lecturers: 21
Students: 444
Laboratories: 11
BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS
Media and Information
plus
Media Technology / Economics
(option of lectureship in vocational high schools)
MASTER DEGREE PROGRAMS
Media and Communication
Communication and Media Engineering
RESEARCH FOCUS
E-Learning Technologies
Multimedia Databases
Communication and Visualization
Changes in the Media and Communication
Markets
Communications Research
(effectiveness of advertising)
For more information see our website:
www.fh-offenburg.de/mi
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE MASTER DEGREE COURSES
FOR A GLOBAL EMPLOYMENT MARKET
One of the leading motifs of the University of Applied Sciences
Offenburg is the international orientation. A look
around the campus will make it evident that globalization
is not just an idea, but a reality. This is backed by the fact
that more than 13 percent of students come from all over
the world, representing an important share of the total student
population.
EXCELLENT EDUCATION IN AN INTERNATIONAL CONTEXT
In four degree programs, an application oriented
academic education is offered in the areas of Information
Technology, Energy Technology and Management:
Communication and Media Engineering (M.Sc.)
Energy Conversion and Management (M.Sc.)
International Business Consulting (MBA)
Master of Process Engineering (M.Sc.)
Bilateral degree programs with France, Switzerland and
Chile are also available. Target groups are German as well
as international students with above average qualifi cations
and/or excellent fi rst degrees. Students receive a fi rst class
education preparing them for a global market in their chosen
fi eld of study as engineers and business managers.
Today many graduates work in positions of high responsibility
both in Germany and in international companies. Intercultural
competence at our university is not just a sound
byte, but a real skill acquired in the classroom.
ADMINISTRATION AND SERVICE IN COMPETENT HANDS
The Graduate School co-ordinates activities such as contacts
with companies, international marketing for the university,
application and admissions procedures, interdisciplinary
lectures, support for international students, co-operation,
international alumni projects, quality aspects as well as
examination questions.
One of the most important goals of the Graduate School is
to foster contacts outside of the lecture hall. A motivated
team supports students in the process of settling into their
new place of study. The Graduate School also organizes
social and cultural activities like excursions and international
events.
Clearly, the University of Applied Sciences Offenburg with
the international degree programs has become one of the
most popular universities for international students in Germany.
This can be verifi ed by the large number of projects
supported and awarded by the German Academic
Exchange Service (DAAD). Recently, the Master program
”Communication and Media Engineering” was chosen
among the TOP 10 and recognized by the DAAD and the
foundation for German Sciences (Stifterverband für die
Deutsche Wissenschaft) as one of the most innovative
Mas ter programs in Germany.
For more information see our website:
www.fh-offenburg.de/graduate-school

The main goal of the International Offi ce (IO) is to foster
and enhance the international orientation of the University
of Applied Sciences Offenburg. A united Europe as well
as an increasing globalization process inevitably leads to
exchange of students and academic personnel on an international
level. Given this political reality, one of the most
important responsibilities of the International Offi ce is to
build and maintain international co-operation agreements.
PARTNER UNIVERSITIES
The faculties of the University of Applied Sciences
Offenburg maintain agreements with partner institutions
in all corners of the globe. Currently there are 50 active
exchange programs. Within the framework of these programs
students can attend these partner universities.
While at these universities, students may study a semester,
perform practical work in a lab, complete a graduate
thesis, or get a double degree from both universities. In
some cases, it is possible to write a doctoral thesis at the
partner institution. In this way, graduates are prepared in
the best possible way for international and global employment.
Countries linked by partnership agreements with the
International Offi ce include Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, China,
Great Britain, India, Japan, Mexico, Poland, Sweden, Spain,
Thailand and the United States.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The central responsibility of the International Offi ce is to
advise German students on studying at partner universities
and on the possibilities of fi nding companies for internships
abroad. Likewise, the welfare of international
students coming to Offenburg is part of the area of responsibility
of the IO. In addition, the Offi ce maintains links
with a great number of institutions, for example the DAAD
(Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst) to administer
European scholarship programs such as ERASMUS.
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The International Offi ce has a number of attractive offers
for international students designed to make settling into
a new experience easier. In co-operation with the Graduate
School this includes an extensive program of cultural
events as well as company visits in the region. The IO is
also responsible for the summer language course “Deutsch
als Fremdsprache” (German as a foreign language). In
looking after international students the Senior Service, a
co-operation project between the city of Offenburg and the
university, has made an invaluable contribution as a very
effective integration project. In this program Senior citizens
volunteer to help international students in all aspects of
settling into their new environment.
For more information see our website:
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IAF
Institut für
Angewandte Forschung
(Institute for Applied Research)
Research and Development is a key element for the University
of Applied Sciences Offenburg. To strengthen and support
the research activities of the faculties, the Institute for Applied
Research (IAF) acts as an umbrella organization and advises
their members on issues of interest to them.
The IAF manages the internal affairs and is responsible for the
unifi ed external representation of the various research projects.
In research and development projects, technological and
innovative outcomes are passed onto industry, thus allowing
economic utilization. The practical orientation guarantees a
constant updating and improvement of the education. At the
same time, applied research projects are proof of the capabilities
of the University of Applied Sciences Offenburg.
CO-OPERATION WITH INDUSTRY
As far as high-quality research projects are concerned,
the University of Applied Sciences has a great interest
in co-operating with industry companies. The interdisciplinary
approach is the special hallmark of the university. Outstanding
experts from a large number of fi elds offer their special
expertise. The existing laboratory facilities are state of the art.
Finally, within the economic and research environment of the
university there are six transfer centres of the Steinbeis GmbH,
supporting the research and development efforts of the university.
The Departments of the IAF concentrate
on the following research areas:
SYSTEMS AND CONTROL ENGINEERING
Image Processing for Object Identifi cation
Micro Positioning Systems
Microelectronics and Application
Specifi c Integrated Circuit Design (ASIC)
PHYSICAL SENSOR TECHNOLOGY
Optical Transmission Systems
Fibre Optic Gyro Development
Fibre Optics
Spectrometry
PROCESS ENGINEERING AND
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
Thermal Process Engineering
Solar Technology
Environmental Analysis Technology
Biomedical Technology, Bio Mechanics
MEDIA
Multimedia, Web Production
Film, TV-Production
E-Learning
ECONOMICS
Business Administration, Marketing, Logistics

The following co-operation models exist between companies
and the IAF:
RESEARCH CONTRACTS
Research and development contracts from industry are
a matter of choice if development goals are foreseeable
and if there is no signifi cant risk in achieving the results.
CO-OPERATION
Sharing the work packages of research projects is the most
common and most fl exible form of co-operation. These task
groups are formed for a limited time and a special project.
STUDY AND WORKING GROUPS
This form of working together exceeds normal co-operation
agreements. Study and working groups consist of at
least three partners working together on a major project.
ROYALTIES, INCOME FROM ROYALTIES
Within some projects, the university achieves results which
are subject to copy rights and patent laws. The university
may sell or give an exclusive or non exclusive license to
companies for economic utilization of the research results
if the legal conditions of the funding contract allow it.
FOUNDATIONS AND GRANTS
In the case of grants, the obtained results must be generally
accessible. The purpose of donations is to establish
a know-how base within the institute. These information
base then is accessible for direct research contracts.
EXPERTISE, CERTIFICATIONS
Expert advice certifi cates are a standard service of research
institutions. The IAF directs all inquiries received to an expert
of the relevant fi eld. More extensive investigations are
referred to the transfer centres.
EXPERT ADVICE AND CONSULTANCY
The IAF also offers advice and guidance to companies.
TRAINING AND INSTRUCTION
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The IAF offers training courses in their areas of competency.
SPIN-OFF
The IAF supports the establishment of new companies or
forms new businesses by itself.
For more information see our website:
www.iaf.fh-offenburg.de

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(Institute for Scientifi c Continuing Education)
The Institute for Scientifi c Continuing Education (IWW) is
an important entity of the University of Applied Sciences
Offenburg. It organizes continuing education for the university
and co-ordinates all initiatives in this area. In courses
and in web based seminars (distance learning), a comprehensive
range of continuing education courses at an
academic level is on offer, taking into account the respective
needs of the participants.
Courses of the IWW address mainly all those who are
interested in enhancing their knowledge. Graduates of the
university are specially invited to attend; often they work
in the region and have little time for continuing education
courses elsewhere. In addition, continuing education
courses are also available for other interest groups, aiming
to extend their knowledge at a high academic level.
ORGANIZATION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION
Apart from seminar attendance the IWW also offers modern
forms of “distance learning”. Independent of time and
place workshops, seminars and learning material for reinforcement
is on offer for all participants. Individual revision
and individual learning targets are assured by interactive
learning material accessible by personalized access rights.
OFFERING CONTINUING EDUCATION
The regional offi ce for professional continuing education
Ortenau together with “Student Consulting” (made up of
students of the University of Applied Sciences Offenburg)
has presented an analysis of professional continuing education
needs. The results have had an immediate effect
upon the focus of continuing education courses on offer.
That is why in the last few years a great number of
courses have focused on the area of applied informatics,
including presentation techniques, systems and net administration
as well as the development of interactive web
systems.
Within the framework of the “Bildungsregion Ortenau“,
which is the network of regional providers of schooling
and education, continuing education is offered in association
with institutions in the district outside of the school
system in order to support sustainability development in
a co-ordinated program. As a member of this network the
IWW offers the scientifi c continuing education in this area
to the public.
For more information see our website:
http://fh-offenburg.de/iww

(Association of Friends and Sponsors of the University of Applied Sciences Offenburg e. V.)
The Association of Friends and Sponsors of the University
of Applied Sciences Offenburg e.V. is a group of
companies, entrepreneurs, graduates and employees
of the university. Since its establishment in 1964, the
society has been supporting and fostering the university
and its students in an advisory role as well as through fi -
nancial support when no other means of fi nancing are
available. This includes, for example, technical training facilities,
university events, excursions and grants to study
abroad.
Just as the University of Applied Sciences is of service to
industry and the business world, companies support the
university in return. Members of the society are closely
connected to the university and have fast access to fi rst
hand information. This includes specifi cally direct contacts
to the faculties, deans as well as professors and students.
Member fi rms are invited to offer internships or completing
a graduate thesis to well trained students, preparing
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them for future responsibilities and leadership. This is
a good investment in a future generation of specialists,
urgently needed in the labor market. Additionally, investing
in projects outside the confi nes of the state budget
makes an invaluable contribution to the Upper Rhine area
of the Southwest.
The recognition of the University of Applied Sciences as
“ReformFachhochschule” awarded by the “Stifterverband
für die Deutsche Wissenschaft” (German Society
for the Advancement of Science) is only one piece of
evidence for the positive development and the out standing
academic achievement of the University of Applied
Sciences Offenburg.
For more information see our website:
www.fh-offenburg.de/vdf

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After graduation, a new chapter begins for students of
the University of Applied Sciences Offenburg. To make
sure that personal and professional contacts with former
fellow students and professors do not come to an end after
completion of studies, the university has founded the
Alumni-Network, giving graduates a platform to keep in
touch, make new contacts and to exchange information. In
this way, former students from all faculties and numerous
countries form a world wide contact network.
MEMBERSHIP
All graduates are eligible for membership of the network.
By registering on the website, becoming a member is fast
and uncomplicated. The network already has 2100 members.
”I am a member of the alumni advisory board of the University of
Applied Sciences Offenburg because I still have close ties to the
university and I believe that Alumni are in a good position to give
something practical back to their place of education and its
students.”
Bernhard Delakowitz
Regional Business Manager Central Services of Markant Germany and
member of the alumni advisory board
(Alumni-Network Hochschule Offenburg)
SERVICE FOR ALUMNI
The Alumni-Network offers a wide range of features:
Participation in alumni events
Comprehensive data bank to contact other graduates
Regular newsletter and the university magazine
“Campus” with the latest information
Special conditions for offers within the Institute for
Scientifi c Continuing Education
Visiting symposium and professional events
Participation in university sports and selected excursions
Access to the library including research and advice
For more information see our website:
www.fh-offenburg.de/alumni

DIRECTORY: HOW TO FIND US
Direction
A5
Strasbourg
RHEIN
A5
Kehl
Freiburg (65 km)
Basel (125 km)
Südring
Direction
Lahr
Platanenallee
B3
Giffizsee
KINZIG
Lahr
Badstr.
A5
B3
Campus
Offenburg
B3 B33
Offenburg
Appenweier Oberkirch
Ohlsbach
B33
From Offenburg Central Station:
Bus Nr. S5 and S6 (alight at Platanenallee Nord)
and S8 and S10 (stops directly at the university)
CAMPUS OFFENBURG
Südring
Karlsruhe (80 km)
Direction
Gengenbach
Achern
Gengenbach
Biberach
Zell am
Harmersbach
Direction
Ohlsbach
Bahnhof
Direction
B33
Leutkirchstraße
Friedrichstraße
IMPRESSUM:
University of Applied Sciences
Hochschule Offenburg
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Campus Offenburg
Badstrasse 24
77652 Offenburg
Telefon: +49 (0) 781 205-0
Fax: +49 (0) 781 205-214
Campus Gengenbach
Klosterstrasse 14
77723 Gengenbach
Telefon: +49 (0) 7803 9698-0
Fax: +49 (0) 7803 9698-49
E-Mail: info@fh-offenburg.de
Internet: www.fh-offenburg.de
Grabenstraße
Feu ergasse
Campus
Gengenbach
From Offenburg Central Station:
Bus Nr. 7134 (leaves at the town hall)
and Ortenau S-Bahn Nr. OSB 720 and 721 to Gengenbach
Klosterstraße
Bruckenhauserstr.
Benedikt-von-Nursia-Str.
KINZIG
Direction
Kinzigtal
CAMPUS GENGENBACH
P
Schnecken-
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University of Applied Sciences
Hochschule Offenburg
Facts & Figures
Foundation Year
Campus Locations
Faculties
Students
Professorial Staff
Lecturers/Academic Staff
Employees
Bachelor Degree Programs
Master Degree Programs
As of July 2008
Reform
Fachhochschule
ausgezeichnet vom Stifterverband
für die Deutsche Wissenschaft