Esslingen University of Applied Sciences

The Esslingen University of Applied Sciences was established as a result of the merger between the two universities of applied sciences in Esslingen - the University of Applied Sciences - Technology (FHTE) and the University of Applied Sciences - Social Sciences (HfS). With around 5,200 students, Esslingen University is the third largest university of applied sciences in Baden-Württemberg. It has 11 faculties, 22 bachelor’s degree programmes and 12 master’s degree programmes.

Esslingen University of Applied Sciences occupies three different sites. The faculties of applied sciences, basic sciences, automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, supply engineering and environmental engineering are located in the centre of Esslingen.

The Faculty of Applied Sciences at Esslingen University offers a seven-semester biotechnology bachelor’s course, including a practical course in an industrial company. It confers basic chemical and physical knowledge and a well-founded theoretical and practical training in the areas of biochemical engineering, molecular, micro- and cell biology, biochemistry, analytics and diagnostics, quality assurance and project management. Compulsory optional subjects focus on bioprocess and systems engineering and molecular biotechnology.

The Hochschule Esslingen is actively involved in numerous research and development projects.

Applied research is an important basis for vocational education and has a high priority at the university. Experience and knowledge from research projects benefit the students. Therefore professors of all faculties of the Hochschule Esslingen regularly embark on research projects.