Founded in 1818, after the devastating famine, the University of Hohenheim is not only engaged in foundational research but traditionally also in developing innovative solutions for urgent social matters.
Today, Hohenheim is the leading University in agricultural research and food sciences in Germany. Its combination with Natural Sciences as well as Economics and Social Sciences makes it possible to find solutions for many global challenges. This is why the University puts great importance on maintaining an international network with strong partners.
The University of Hohenheim offers degree courses in Bachelor, Master and Doctoral programs. While undergraduate courses are usually taught in German, there is a good offer in postgraduate courses in English. The research oriented studying profile of Hohenheim has been given the Ars Legendi Prize for excellence in teaching and other awards.A joint specialization of research and teaching in all subjects is Bioeconomy. It is about the economics of the future, with new products and new productions processes, made of raw material from plants, animals, or microorganisms.
It is not only about content, but also about atmosphere: The green campus of short distances all around the Hohenheim Palace is known as the most beautiful campus of the state.
