Hochschule Ruhr West

The Hochschule Ruhr West (HRW) is a young, state university with locations in Mülheim an der Ruhr and Bottrop. It offers a wide range of practice-oriented study programs in the fields of Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, and Business Administration. With over 6,600 students in 34 degree programs, the HRW is an important educational institution in the Ruhr area.

• Study Programs: The HRW offers application-oriented and sustainable degree programs, complemented by a practical semester to optimally prepare students for their entry into the workforce.
• Research and Innovation: The university places great importance on practice-oriented research and innovative laboratories to actively shape the structural change in the Ruhr area.
• HRWStartUps: A program that provides students and staff the opportunity to develop and implement their entrepreneurial ideas.

The mission of the HRW is to promote structural change in the Ruhr area through practice-oriented education and interdisciplinary collaboration. The motto “Never stop growing” reflects continuous development and the pursuit of excellence. The HRW is regionally anchored and internationally oriented, allowing for a diversity of perspectives and experiences.

Although specific sustainability goals are not explicitly mentioned, the HRW values sustainable and interconnected study offerings. The practice-oriented education and promotion of innovations contribute to developing future-proof solutions for the region.

The Hochschule Ruhr West offers comprehensive support for students, from study orientation to career planning. Through its close connection to the regional economy and its international orientation, the HRW optimally prepares its graduates for the challenges of the future.