About
HOF University of Applied Sciences
A public Green Tech university in Bavaria, Germany. Founded in 1994. Practice-oriented, internationally connected, and committed to the success of our graduates.
Our Mission
The success of our graduates drives everything we do.
We provide excellent education and personal support in an internationally oriented Green Tech university. Our teaching combines strong practice-orientation, open-mindedness, and resource efficiency. Through close cooperation with industry, our applied research develops advanced solutions and continuously renews knowledge for the benefit of our students and partners.
3,800
Students
133
Professors
53
Programmes
30+
Years of excellence
Where We Are
Five campuses across Bavaria
Campus Hof
Main campus and academic hub. Home to Business, Computer Science, and central administration. Modern labs, library, sports facilities, and student canteen.
Campus Münchberg
Specialised in textile technology, sustainable materials, and bio-polymers. Houses the Institute for Circular Economy of Bio:Polymers.
Campus Kronach
Dedicated to digital entrepreneurship and creative tech start-ups. Incubator facilities and collaboration spaces for founders.
Campus Selb
Home to the Design programme. Studio-based learning environment for industrial design, product design, and creative direction.
Campus Münchberg (Graduate School)
Executive education and MBA programmes for working professionals. Flexible scheduling with industry integration.
Innovation & Impact
Six applied research institutes
Our institutes connect students with real industry challenges and develop solutions that matter.
Institute for Information Systems (iisys)
First CS research institute at a Bavarian UAS. Bridges international CS research with industry applications in AI, data, and enterprise software.
Institute for Economic & Organisational Research (iwo)
Applied research in digitisation, HR, organisational behaviour, and economic psychology.
Institute for Hydrogen & Energy Technology
Applied R&D in hydrogen fuel cells, power-to-X technologies, and renewable energy integration.
Institute for Sustainable Water Systems (iNWA)
Research on water management, treatment, and resource-efficient water systems for municipalities and industry.
Institute for Materials Science
Applied research in advanced materials, composites, and smart materials for engineering applications.
Institute for Circular Economy of Bio:Polymers
Pioneering circular economy approaches for bio-based polymers and sustainable textiles.
Our History
30 years of excellence
HOF University founded as a state University of Applied Sciences in Bavaria.
Campus Münchberg integrated; textile and materials science programmes established.
iisys (Institute for Information Systems) founded — first CS research institute at a Bavarian UAS.
Graduate School launched, offering English-taught MBA programmes for professionals.
Campus Kronach opened — Digital Entrepreneurship hub with start-up incubator.
Major website and brand redesign; AI & Robotics MSc programme launched.
Ranked most popular university in Germany (StudyCHECK.de) for the second consecutive year.
AI-driven Supply Chain Management MSc launched; 3,800+ students across 5 campuses.
Life at Hof
Vibrant campus life
Campus Sports
Football, volleyball, fitness, yoga, and more — affordable and accessible for all students.
Eating on Campus
Canteens at all major campuses offer affordable, varied meals including vegetarian and vegan options.
Student Clubs
From robotics and coding to music and culture — 20+ active student clubs.
International Community
Students from 50+ countries create a genuinely global learning environment.
Affordable Housing
Hof offers one of the lowest costs of living among German university cities. Housing Office helps new students find accommodation.
Career Service
Internship placement, employer fairs, CV workshops, and alumni networking.
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