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Westfälische Hochschule

Gelsenkirchen, Germany Founded 1992

Updated May 2026

Overview

English Name: Westfälische Hochschule
Founded: 1992
Institution Type: University of Applied Sciences
Control Type: Public
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A higher-education institution based in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, Westfälische Hochschule was founded in 1992 and operates as a higher-education provider. Its institutional context places it within Germany's wider academic ecosystem.

Location & Contact

Need to mail, call, or visit Westfälische Hochschule? Address, phone, and digital contact options below. Religious and cultural accommodation queries route through specific student services.

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Programs Offered

Below: Westfälische Hochschule's programme list by level. Programme intakes vary — some offer multiple entry points per year (Sep, Jan, May), others a single annual intake.

112 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Germany

Bachelor's Degree 83 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in Betriebswirtschaftslehre
Business Administration
Bachelor's Degree in Betriebswirtschaftslehre duale Variante
Business Administration
Bachelor's Degree in Biologie, Molekulare
Biological Sciences
Bachelor's Degree in Bionik
Biological Sciences
Bachelor's Degree in Bionik dual
Biological Sciences
Bachelor's Degree in Business Studies
Business Administration
Bachelor's Degree in Business Studies Dual
Business Administration
Bachelor's Degree in Chemie
Chemistry
Bachelor's Degree in Chemie (Teilzeit)
Chemistry
Bachelor's Degree in Data Science und Künstliche Intelligenz
Computer Sciences

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Master's Degree 29 programmes

Master's Degree in Biologie, Molekulare
Chemical Engineering
Master's Degree in Business Engineering
Engineering Management
Master's Degree in Digitale Systeme
Robotics & Automation
Master's Degree in Digitaler Qualitätsjournalismus
Communication Studies
Master's Degree in Elektrotechnik
Electrical Engineering
Master's Degree in Energiesystemtechnik
Electrical Engineering
Master's Degree in Informatik
Computer Sciences
Master's Degree in Informatik - Intelligente Systeme
Electrical Engineering
Master's Degree in Internet-Sicherheit
Computer Sciences
Master's Degree in Kommunikationsmanagement
Communication Studies

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How to apply to Westfälische Hochschule

Five steps that capture how most applications to Westfälische Hochschule flow, from research through submission to follow-up correspondence.

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    Browse the programme catalogue

    Use the programme finder to browse Westfälische Hochschule's 112 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

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    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Programme-level requirements at Westfälische Hochschule typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

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    Get your documents ready

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Westfälische Hochschule processes applications through www.en.w-hs.de. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Westfälische Hochschule

Below are the key facts most prospective students ask about Westfälische Hochschule, drawn directly from institutional records.

When was Westfälische Hochschule founded?

Westfälische Hochschule was established in 1992 (approximately 34 years ago).

Where can I find Westfälische Hochschule?

The institution is located in Gelsenkirchen, Germany.

Is Westfälische Hochschule a public or private institution?

Westfälische Hochschule is a public institution.

What is Westfälische Hochschule's official website?

You can find Westfälische Hochschule online at www.en.w-hs.de.

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