From Theory to Practice: Projects at the FH Potsdam at a Glance

Here you will find a current overview of selected projects at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam. You can filter the projects by departments and degree programs, by project type, or by content focus.

    Strengthening cultural activities in rural areas with the independent performing arts - models for the professionalisation of cultural infrastructures in rural regions of Brandenburg

    In the FHP profile line 'Social Space – Education, Participation and Community', the project (2026–2028), funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG/German Research Foundation), is investigating the role of the independent performing arts in transformation and participation processes.

    Berlin-Paris and the topography of the metropolises 1937 - 1945 (MetropoL40)

    Franco-German research project on the history of urban planning in Berlin and Paris from 1937 to 1945

    Expertise-oriented methods for the use of artificial intelligence in the creative industries

    Research and development of methods for the use of GenAI in the context of the value chains of the creative industries, which lead to synergetic effects of artistic and creative competences in cooperation with AI. To disseminate the findings, recommendations for action and OERs for the development and integration of AI tools will also be published.

    FEEL - Feeling, Recognising, Assessing, Learning

    Extended reality and AI-supported counselling for parents in understanding and dealing constructively with their children's emotions

    MyAppMyData

    App prototyping as an inclusive teaching-learning arrangement for the integrative development of digital skills at upper secondary level.

    Participatory Interactions in Care and Sleep Situations in Daycare Centres (PIPS)

    The aim of the "PIPS" project is to strengthen the participation of infants and toddlers in childcare centres. To this end, interactions in care and sleep situations are being analysed throughout Germany in order to gain a comprehensive picture of current practice. Based on the data obtained, concepts are being developed to support educational professionals in promoting children's rights and…

    SeDOA: Diamond Open Access Service Centre

    SeDOA establishes a single point of contact for Diamond Open Access, makes existing publication infrastructures more visible and contributes to their optimisation.

    Project "Discrete load application using shear stud dowels in bridge and building construction"

    The project investigates the mechanical relationships involved in load transfer and distribution within large groups of head bolt anchors.

    TDR4HAW: Transdisciplinary Research at Universities of Applied Sciences – Status Quo and Potential of a Sleeping Giant

    The project consortium analyses research at universities of applied sciences (UAS) with a special focus on transdisciplinary research projects.

    PowerMii: Empowerment research groups for girls from a migrant background, focusing on biographical work, in rural vocational schools.

    In Germany, girls with a migration background face major challenges in vocational preparation due to multiple educational disadvantages, particularly in rural regions. This is where the PowerMii project steps in: By collaborating with science, school social work and vocational schools, innovative teaching units are created to empower research groups.

    ÜberAl – Transitions of Deaf and Hard of Hearing People in Working Life

    The research project funded by the Hans Böckler Foundation is investigating the challenges and needs of employees who sign during career transitions.