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  • Health
  • Study

Interprofessional Research Training Group for Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences (IGIM) launches a new cohort

Those interested can apply for the Interprofessional Research Training Group for Integrative Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of Witten.

 
A black-and-white group photo featuring the first students in the "Nursing Science" program.
  • Research and knowledge
  • Health

From a Pioneering Idea to a Model of Success: 30 Years of Nursing Science at Witten/Herdecke University

Leading nursing researchers are discussing the future of health care in Witten.

 
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  • Culture and life

Witten/Herdecke University opens media lab with a digital art exhibition

By creating new jobs and adopting new technologies, the university is strengthening media-based teaching and research within the Studium fundamentale programme.

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The Witten/Herdecke University blog offers insights into studies, research and campus life as well as projects, student initiatives and current social issues that we deal with. Students, graduates and graduates report on their career paths, business start-ups and experiences at UW/H.

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Events

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Thu 30.07. Graphic for the ‘Ideal Habit’ exhibition
  • Culture and life

WittenLab. Media Lab: Opening and Exhibition

Opening Ceremony for the WittenLab Media Lab, Featuring the Exhibition “Ideal Habitat”

Wed 05.08. Picture introductory seminar
  • Info event
  • Study

Information session: Why should I do my PhD at IGIM?

An online information session on the IGIM PhD programme.

Sat 08.08. A young woman sits in front of a laptop and smiles at the camera.
  • Health
  • Info event

Online taster seminar Psychology (M. Sc.) in August 2026

Prospective students get to know the Psychology Master's programme at the taster seminar and can ask questions about studying at Witten/Herdecke University.