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Here we grow.Growing together: professionally & personally

Come to Witten/Herdecke University if you are looking for a degree programme that offers personal support, plenty of practical experience, and maximum freedom – with excellent career opportunities and affordable for everyone.

Small groups, individual support and the opportunity to work flexibly and interdisciplinarily make the Witten/Herdecke University an ideal place to achieve your academic and professional goals.

In addition to practice-oriented degree programmes, our unique study concept also includes Studium fundamentale and social student financing that everyone can afford.

For 40 years, young talents have been excelling at our university. Together with us, you will shape the society of the future, making it more sustainable and fairer for everyone. That's what we learn, research and work for.

 

Are you ready? Then: Here we grow!

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Discover our
study programmes

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Your Bachelor's degree programmes

Get to know our versatile Bachelor's degree programmes in the fields of business and society studies and find out more about our flexible Bachelor of Choice study model.

Your Bachelor's degree programmes
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Your Master's degree programmes

A Master's degree programme at UW/H is the right choice for anyone who wants more from their studies and would like to secure the best career opportunities or pursue an academic career.

Your Master's degree programmes
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Your state examination programmes

If your dream job is to be a doctor or dentist, we will guide you from the first semester with a sound clinical-practical education up to the state examination (StEx).

Your state examination programmes

What does Witten/Herdecke University stand for?

For a degree programme that combines expertise, practical experience and personal development. For a campus life that emphasises community and commitment. For forward-looking research that opens up new perspectives and develops sustainable solutions for social challenges. And for a place where innovation, interdisciplinarity and personal support are a matter of course. Here we grow!

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Three people at the microscope
Gasthörer:innen sitzen im Seminar an der UW/H.
Students in casual conversation on the seating area in the entrance area of the main building
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An excerpt from the UW/H summer party
Four people in meditation
Three people at the microscope
Gasthörer:innen sitzen im Seminar an der UW/H.
Students in casual conversation on the seating area in the entrance area of the main building
Side view of the university orchestra
An excerpt from the UW/H summer party

More than just a university.

Maximum freedom in the 
Bachelor of Choice

You could hardly have more flexibility and freedom of choice in your studies: in the Bachelor of Choice study model, you enroll in one of six degree programmes. The highlight: you only have to decide after a joint orientation year.

Bachelor of Choice

Your personality 
is crucial

At Witten/Herdecke University, it's not just what's on your transcript that counts – it's who you are. When admitting our students, we rely on a personal selection process that focuses on motivation, attitude and your potential for further development. The people who study here are looking for alternatives to traditional universities, want to actively shape their studies and think in social contexts. People who want to take on responsibility and make a difference in society.

Study first, pay later: 
our financing offer

The Income Share Agreement (ISA) makes it possible: you can study with us first and pay the tuition fee later depending on your income. Because studying should be possible for everyone – without financial barriers.

Our ISA

Try new things - with the Studium fundamentale

The Studium fundamentale (Stufu) opens up space for all students to experiment, reflect and create. You can do something that prepares you specifically for your career, expands your profile or something that you simply enjoy.

Studium fundamentale
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  • Portrait photo of Thomas Bauer
  • Portrait photo of Julia Köhn
  • Portrait photo of Tankred Stöbe
  • Portrait photo of Janosch Dahmen

  • "I recommend the information services to all prospective students. Whether in the telephone student counselling service or at one of the free online information events - I was able to clarify my questions about studying and the application in a very uncomplicated way."

    Jana Wübbe

    Student Ethik und Organisation (M. A.)

  • "If you want to help others succeed, you first need competent help to get started. In Witten, I received the professional and emotional foundation for my appointment."

    Dr Thomas Bauer

    Graduate in Economics with PhD thesis at Witten/Herdecke University,
    Partner, McKinsey & Company

  • "Witten creates a space for freedom where you can try things out. You should seize the opportunity, because these experiences are what counts in today's appointments!"

    Dr Julia Köhn

    Graduate in economics with a PhD thesis at Witten/Herdecke University, future shaper and Managing Partner, Pielers GmbH

  • "Thanks to the UW/H, I am now able to discuss, negotiate and find solutions even in critical situations."

    Dr Tankred Stöbe

    Graduate in medicine (state examination), board member, Médecins Sans Frontières

  • "The training in Witten taught me not to let social responsibility end at the edge of my own plate, but to think and take responsibility for others."

    Dr Janosch Dahmen, Member of the Bundestag

    Graduate in medicine, member of the German Bundestag and health policy spokesperson for Bündnis 90/Die Grünen (Alliance 90/The Greens)

News at the UW/H

 
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  • Research and knowledge
  • Management, Economics and Society
March 2026

How political violence strengthened Hitler and Mussolini—and what that means for today

Far-right parties benefit from political violence. This is demonstrated by the DANGER project at Witten/Herdecke University, which warns of a well-known dynamic. Far-right parties benefit from political violence. This is demonstrated by the DANGER project at Witten

 
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  • Sustainability
  • Management, Economics and Society
March 2026

Officially recognized: New ZNU Standard for Sustainable Business Practices receives government recognition

The ZNU Standard from Witten/Herdecke University: A reliable guide for small and medium-sized businesses to measurably enhance their future viability.

 
This is a front view of the German Children's Pain Center in Datteln.
  • Research and knowledge
  • Health
March 2026

Intensive pain management for children – new guidelines ensure high-quality care

Many children suffer from chronic pain. A guideline developed in collaboration with the University of Witten aims to prevent inadequate care and ensure effective treatments.

Events

Thu 26.03. Fri 27.03. A group of graduates throw their graduate caps in the air.
  • Research and knowledge
  • Study
March 2026

Workshop for Transformative Education

In the spirit of transformative education, participants develop concepts together and rethink degree programmes.

Thu 26.03. Porträtbild Prof. Dr. Adler
  • Study
March 2026

AINS Colloquium: Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) - pushing boundaries, acting ethically

An online lecture on the treatment options and applications of ECLS

Mon 30.03. A young woman smiles.
  • Info event
  • Study
March 2026

Online info event PPE - Philosophy, Politics and Economics March 2026

At our information event, you will have the opportunity to find out more about the PPE degree programme and ask any questions you may have about studying in Witten.

Your degree programmes