You are welcome here!
Equality & Diversity at the Witten/Herdecke University
Your uniqueness determines our diversity!
No matter who you are, where you come from, what you believe in or who you love: At Witten/Herdecke University, you are welcome in all your facets! We make sure that students, teaching staff and employees can learn, teach, research and work without discrimination and equal opportunities. That is why we have also signed up to the Charter of Diversity charter.
One campus - many facets
Cultural diversity
At our university, you will become part of a diverse community of students and staff from all over the world.
With our global network of partner universities, internationally oriented degree programmes in English such as PPE - Philosophy, Politics and Economics (M. A.) and Management (M. Sc.) as well as exchange programmes and scholarships for students, we value diversity of perspectives from different nations and cultures. Our International Office will be happy to answer any questions you may have about studying abroad.
For equality and visibility
We are committed to equality for all genders and work continuously to create and expand opportunities for all.
As a student, you can get involved in various initiatives at Witten University and, for example, campaign for gender-equitable medicine, advocate for more visibility for women as well as trans* and inter* people or exchange ideas with other people on your topics and questions via numerous regulars' tables and networking opportunities.
With our equality plan, we have committed ourselves to increasing the representation of women in management positions. Our in-house collective agreement ensures equal pay for equal performance.
The daycare centre at UW/H, flexible working and study models and a dedicated parent-child room make it easier to combine family life with appointments and studies.
Tuition fees are only charged for the standard period of study - additional semesters do not have to be paid. Therefore, it is not an issue if your studies are extended due to caring for children or relatives. The Income Share Agreement (ISA) means that tuition fees can only be paid after you have completed your studies.
We promote inclusion
We want our university to be fully accessible to you, which is why we are committed to inclusion.
Our campus buildings are virtually barrier-free and we always find individual solutions so that you can study and work with as few obstacles as possible. For students with disabilities, chronic illnesses or neurodivergence, there is a regular exchange room to empower each other and discuss experiences or tips for studying. You can also campaign for accessibility and against ableism in the "UW/H for all" initiative.
If you are struggling with depression, depressive moods or other mental stress, you can get moving with your fellow students through the "Gute Laune Laufen" initiative.
The Centre for Mental Health and Psychotherapy (ZPP) at Witten/Herdecke University is located right next to the university. Here you can get professional support in challenging life situations, psychological and social stress, mental disorders and physical illnesses associated with psychosocial complaints. The psychological student counselling service is also there for you as a first point of contact.
Diversity of perspectives
Your religion and world view deserve respect.
At the UW/H, we promote an open exchange between different faiths in order to create a climate of understanding, tolerance and diversity.
The "Konfessionelle Hochschulgemeinschaften Witten" regularly offers educational events on religious and political topics and organises joint excursions and religious events for students of all denominations. You can withdraw for prayer or meditation in the Room of Silence at the UW/H.
We live tolerance
Our university offers a safe and appreciative space for queer people.
Students, staff, lecturers and all interested parties meet once a month at the queer regulars' table to chat, get to know each other and network.
As a student, you can get involved in various LGBTQIA+ initiatives such as the feminist group or "UW/H for all" and campaign for sexual education in schools, for example.
Because education is not a question of money
We are committed to equal opportunities in education, equality and equal opportunities and support you in realising your dreams and goals regardless of your background.
With the Income Share Agreement (ISA), UW/H students have developed a flexible fee model that makes education accessible to everyone, regardless of their parents' income.
At Witten/Herdecke University, we support each student individually - in small study groups and with above-average support from our teaching staff. In addition, scholarship programmes offer you the opportunity to concentrate on your studies without any worries.
If you would like to stand up for equal opportunities in education, you can qualify as a mentor with the "Rock your Life" initiative and then support students as a coach in various areas of life.
Education knows no age limits
The Witten Campus is a place for lifelong learning where experiences and perspectives of all generations are valued.
We are looking forward to the thoughts and ideas you bring to our community. In the Studium fundamentale seminars, you have the opportunity to get in touch with fellow students from other semesters and stages of life and to learn with and from each other.
Cultural diversity
At our university, you will become part of a diverse community of students and staff from all over the world.
With our global network of partner universities, internationally oriented degree programmes in English such as PPE - Philosophy, Politics and Economics (M. A.) and Management (M. Sc.) as well as exchange programmes and scholarships for students, we value diversity of perspectives from different nations and cultures. Our International Office will be happy to answer any questions you may have about studying abroad.
For equality and visibility
We are committed to equality for all genders and work continuously to create and expand opportunities for all.
As a student, you can get involved in various initiatives at Witten University and, for example, campaign for gender-equitable medicine, advocate for more visibility for women as well as trans* and inter* people or exchange ideas with other people on your topics and questions via numerous regulars' tables and networking opportunities.
With our equality plan, we have committed ourselves to increasing the representation of women in management positions. Our in-house collective agreement ensures equal pay for equal performance.
The daycare centre at UW/H, flexible working and study models and a dedicated parent-child room make it easier to combine family life with appointments and studies.
Tuition fees are only charged for the standard period of study - additional semesters do not have to be paid. Therefore, it is not an issue if your studies are extended due to caring for children or relatives. The Income Share Agreement (ISA) means that tuition fees can only be paid after you have completed your studies.
We promote inclusion
We want our university to be fully accessible to you, which is why we are committed to inclusion.
Our campus buildings are virtually barrier-free and we always find individual solutions so that you can study and work with as few obstacles as possible. For students with disabilities, chronic illnesses or neurodivergence, there is a regular exchange room to empower each other and discuss experiences or tips for studying. You can also campaign for accessibility and against ableism in the "UW/H for all" initiative.
If you are struggling with depression, depressive moods or other mental stress, you can get moving with your fellow students through the "Gute Laune Laufen" initiative.
The Centre for Mental Health and Psychotherapy (ZPP) at Witten/Herdecke University is located right next to the university. Here you can get professional support in challenging life situations, psychological and social stress, mental disorders and physical illnesses associated with psychosocial complaints. The psychological student counselling service is also there for you as a first point of contact.
Diversity of perspectives
Your religion and world view deserve respect.
At the UW/H, we promote an open exchange between different faiths in order to create a climate of understanding, tolerance and diversity.
The "Konfessionelle Hochschulgemeinschaften Witten" regularly offers educational events on religious and political topics and organises joint excursions and religious events for students of all denominations. You can withdraw for prayer or meditation in the Room of Silence at the UW/H.
We live tolerance
Our university offers a safe and appreciative space for queer people.
Students, staff, lecturers and all interested parties meet once a month at the queer regulars' table to chat, get to know each other and network.
As a student, you can get involved in various LGBTQIA+ initiatives such as the feminist group or "UW/H for all" and campaign for sexual education in schools, for example.
Because education is not a question of money
We are committed to equal opportunities in education, equality and equal opportunities and support you in realising your dreams and goals regardless of your background.
With the Income Share Agreement (ISA), UW/H students have developed a flexible fee model that makes education accessible to everyone, regardless of their parents' income.
At Witten/Herdecke University, we support each student individually - in small study groups and with above-average support from our teaching staff. In addition, scholarship programmes offer you the opportunity to concentrate on your studies without any worries.
If you would like to stand up for equal opportunities in education, you can qualify as a mentor with the "Rock your Life" initiative and then support students as a coach in various areas of life.
Education knows no age limits
The Witten Campus is a place for lifelong learning where experiences and perspectives of all generations are valued.
We are looking forward to the thoughts and ideas you bring to our community. In the Studium fundamentale seminars, you have the opportunity to get in touch with fellow students from other semesters and stages of life and to learn with and from each other.
How do blind people perceive their environment? University members were able to find out at the Inclusion Day. They were guided by Wittener:innen from the Lebenshilfe organisation.
Tactile signage and site plans make it easy to find your way around the campus.
There are several gender-neutral toilets in each campus building.
At several action days each year, the university community discusses topics relating to equality and diversity, such as accessibility, equal opportunities and transition processes at the UW/H .
Our parent-child room offers the opportunity to bring children to your place of work or study and look after them at short notice.
The daycare centre, which was founded by parents in the university building, looks after around 30 children from the age of four months in two groups.
At the "Meet & Greet", our internationals share their experiences and perspectives with Vice President Dr Dirk Jakobs and the International Office.
Our students are involved in a wide range of student initiatives to promote tolerance and ensure the visibility of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Elisa Mura , B.Sc. M.Sc.
Equality and Diversity Officer
Administration | Executive Board
Researcher
Faculty of Health (School of Medicine) | Professorship of education and training in anthroposophic medicine
Stockumer Straße 12
58453 Witten
Room number: ST-D.040