All News of the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam
A brief introduction: Prof Dr Franziska Geib
Prof. Dr Franziska Geib, born in 1987 in Alfeld an der Leine in Lower Saxony, has been a professor in the Department of Social and Educational Sciences since 1 April 2024. She is Professor of Inclusive Work with People with Disabilities and Diversity and the Anti-Discrimination Officer at Potsdam…
Addiction self-help in open men's and women's prisons
On 4th of July 2024, the symposium "Addiction self-help in open men's and women's prisons" took place at the Potsdam University of Applied Sciences. The occasion was the publication of a qualitative study on addiction self-help in open prisons, which was carried out at the University of Applied…
Prof Dr Michael Prytula is a member of the Brandenburg Scientific Climate Advisory Board
FHP Professor Dr Michael Prytula, research professor for resource-optimised and climate-adapted construction, was appointed as a member of the Brandenburg Scientific Climate Advisory Board (WBK) at the constituent meeting on 15 July 2024. The WKB is based at the Ministry of Agriculture, Environment…
Mathematics Bridge Course for the Winter Semester 24/25
Our mathematics bridge course for Civil Engineering students will start again in September 2024.
MWFK and FH Potsdam sign new university agreement
Brandenburg's universities and the Ministry of Science, Research and Culture (MWFK) have set the course for the future of the higher education landscape. Science Minister Dr Manja Schüle, together with the chair of the Brandenburg State Conference of University Presidents (BLHP), presented the new…
DAAD Prize 2024 goes to Hadi Daaboul
Hadi Daaboul, a student on the "Childhood Studies and Children's Rights" Master's programme at Potsdam University of Applied Sciences, was awarded the DAAD Prize 2024 for his outstanding achievements and remarkable social commitment.
Webinar for International Students - Health Insurance in Germany
The information sessions organised by Techniker Krankenkasse inform international students about important information and necessary steps to ensure a smooth and well-insured start in Germany.
Action-centred Coaching: Focus on Action
The "Action-centred Coaching" training course starts in November 2024. In this interview, Prof. Dr. Karsten Krauskopf explains how scenic and playful methods in coaching help to discover alternative courses of action and break down rigid patterns. Find out which target groups are addressed, which…
Fits into Every Day: Flexible Courses from the Virtual Academy for Sustainability (VAN)
Sustainability is an important social issue and concerns everyone. More and more companies are therefore also focussing on sustainable development within their management. Job applicants with the relevant qualifications can increase their chances through further training programmes such as those…
Gender-Equitable Appointment Procedures
President signs voluntary commitment to a resolution of the German Rectors' Conference
Art, Design and Technology: Werkschau at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam on 20th and 21st of July
Works from the past winter and summer semesters will be presented at the annual exhibition of the Department of Design at University of Applied Sciences Potsdam. The focus will also be on the results and experiences of the thematic semester #Democracy!
Holistic Coaching: Systemic Approaches in Health Management
Katja Schönitz, an expert in occupational health management, knows the tools and strategies that companies need to create a positive working environment. In July 2024, she will complete the certificate course for systemic constellations and shares in an interview which holistic approaches she has…