Helmut-Schmidt-Universität

The Helmut-Schmidt-Universität (HSU), formerly Universität der Bundeswehr Hamburg, is a renowned educational institution that has been training specialists and leaders for the Bundeswehr, economy, politics, and society for over 50 years. The university was renamed Helmut-Schmidt-Universität in honor of its founder.

• Intensive Study Programs: HSU offers effective and foundational Bachelor’s and Master’s programs that can be completed in a very short time. The Bachelor’s program lasts 2 ¼ years, the Master’s program 1 ¾ years, and both can be completed in just four years[1].
• Interdisciplinary Education: All study programs include mandatory interdisciplinary study components and language training to enhance the employability of graduates[1].
• Further Education: The Center for Scientific Continuing Education offers specific further education measures and six continuing Master’s programs, particularly aimed at the public sector[3].

The mission of HSU is to train qualified specialists and leaders for responsible positions. The university places great importance on innovative, interdisciplinary, and research-intensive approaches in education[3]. Intensive academic support and constant exchange with professors are essential success guarantees for the success of the study programs[1].

HSU emphasizes the importance of research and development in key technologies such as digitalization. It works closely with partners from the private sector and society to promote interdisciplinary research[5]. Additionally, the university is involved in several research clusters and networks that address issues such as climate change and social justice[5].

HSU is a campus university with excellent infrastructure that provides all important facilities such as lecture halls, laboratories, libraries, and dormitories in close proximity. This significantly facilitates the organization of studies for students[1]. The university invests about 5 million euros annually in the equipment of its facilities[1].