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Information for Prospective Students

At the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam (FHP) there are more than 30 Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes in the five departments of Social and Educational Sciences, CITY | BUILDING | CULTURE, Civil Engineering, Design and Information Sciences. A personal working atmosphere and small groups characterise the studies at the FHP.

A Living University

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Degree Programmes

Whether full-time, part-time, dual or continuing education - our forms of study are diverse and ideally complement your life situation.

Degree Programmes

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Campus Life

In the Campus Specialists team, students talk about their everyday life as students. At live events and as podcasts, they share their insider information – up close and at first hand.

The Campus Specialists

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Study practically: Our laboratories & workshops

Our laboratories and workshops are an important part of our teaching. This is where we tinker, fiddle and research.

Laboratories & Workshops

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Research at Eye Level

Under the guiding principle of "research-based learning", you can familiarise yourself with the methods of application-oriented research at an early stage. Interdisciplinary projects give you the opportunity to work together with fellow students and teachers from other departments and degree programmes.

Research

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International

During your studies, you have the opportunity to gain experience abroad. The International Office will support you in this. International students are always welcome at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam!

International

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Family

Studying with child(ren) or relatives to care for is often challenging. The University of Applied Sciences Potsdam is a place for families. For university members with family responsibilities, there are, for example, flexible childcare options.

Family

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How can you apply?

Information on the application procedure (deadlines, admission requirements, selection procedure and examinations) can be found on the respective programme pages.

If you would like general information about the application and enrolment procedures or have a question, please visit our application pages .

Study in a roundabout way – that's how it works!

Study without Abi

Studying at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam is also possible without an Abitur under certain conditions.

Study without Abitur

Application for a Higher Semester

You can continue your studies that you started at another university at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam or change to a higher semester.

Application for a Higher Semester

Second Degree

Some of our restricted-admission degree programmes are awarded to students who have already completed a degree. Feel free to apply!

Second Degree

Guest Auditor

You are not a student, but you are interested in courses and would like to attend them? This is possible within the framework of a guest auditor.

Guest Auditors

Contact and Advice

Campus Specialists

Get to know the study programme from a student's point of view! Our campus specialists support you with your study orientation and give you an insight into the degree programmes.

Campus Specialists

Student Counselling Service

Do you have a question about your desired degree programme? The student counselling service can help! Learn about your study options and get rid of your questions.

Student Counselling Service