Hochschule Düsseldorf facts for kids
The Hochschule Düsseldorf is a special kind of university in Düsseldorf, Germany. It's also known as a University of Applied Sciences. This means it focuses on teaching students practical skills for real-world jobs. It has many different study areas, like social sciences, cultural studies, engineering, architecture, media, design, and business.
What is a University of Applied Sciences?
A University of Applied Sciences, or Fachhochschule in German, is different from a traditional university. While traditional universities often focus on research and theory, a University of Applied Sciences teaches you skills you can use directly in a job. Imagine learning how to build a bridge, design a cool new product, or create a video game. That's the kind of hands-on learning you get here!
A Look Back: The University's History
The Hochschule Düsseldorf started a long time ago, in 1971. It began as the Fachhochschule Düsseldorf. Later, on May 1, 2015, its name changed to Hochschule Düsseldorf. This university is quite big! It's the second largest University of Applied Sciences in North Rhine-Westphalia, which is a state in Germany. Only the Technical University of Cologne is larger.
What Can You Study Here?
The Hochschule Düsseldorf offers many exciting subjects. You can choose from a wide range of departments, each focusing on different skills and careers. Here are some of the main areas you can study:
- Architecture
- Design
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical and Process Engineering
- Media
- Social Sciences and Cultural Studies
- Business Studies
- Education
