University of Applied Sciences Potsdam – Interdisciplinary & Familiar
The University of Applied Sciences Potsdam (FHP) was founded in 1991 and is located in the north of Potsdam. The range of subjects includes information science, engineering, socio-cultural and design courses. In addition, there is a broad portfolio of transfer and continuing education programs. As an employer, the university offers attractive employment opportunities and development prospects.
Shaping the world of tomorrow is what we are working on in teaching, practice and research. We offer inspiring learning, diversity and interdisciplinarity at a family university.
Departments & degree programs of the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam
Social and Educational Sciences
Department 1 was the first department at University of Applied Sciences Potsdam and is also the largest department with approximately 1,000 students.
City| Building| Culture
The different courses of study and focal points of Department 2 are interlinked by a cultural and (cultural) design claim.
Civil Engineering
Faculty 3 has been training young people as civil engineers for 25 years and has seven laboratories that are used for research and study.
Design
Department 4 is characterized by the close integration of its interface, communication and product design and European media studies programs.
Information Sciences
Department 5 is known for its study concept of partially integrative training of archivists, librarians and documentalists - also called the "Potsdam Model".
Degree Programs
Find out more about our more than 30 bachelor's and master's degree programs and the various study options – from full-time face-to-face studies to dual degree programs and part-time programs.
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Potsdam University of Applied Sciences ends communication on X
Potsdam University of Applied Sciences has discontinued its presence on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter. In future, the university will increasingly rely on alternative platforms and is continuously reviewing other channels that match its values and communication mission.
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Research Data Management at the FHP: Finding, Collecting and Publishing Data Treasures
The Research Data Management (FDM) team at the University of Applied Sciences Potsdam (FHP) is launching a project funded by the FHP Innovation Fund, which offers researchers the opportunity to utilise their previously unused data treasures. The aim is to make this data visible and usable for the…
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Berlin-Brandenburg Business Plan Competition – Apply now for Phase 2
The BPW celebrates its 30th anniversary. This year, prize money will once again be awarded for the best start-up ideas. Concepts can still be submitted for the second application phase.
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The application phase for Science Slammers is open!
It's that time again! In spring 2025, the Brandenburg Science Slam of the Presence Centres will enter its 4th round. (Young) scientists are invited to present their research topics and results to the audience in ten minutes.