About Westfälische Hochschule, University of Applied Sciences Gelsenkirchen, Bocholt, Recklinghausen

About Westfälische Hochschule, University of Applied Sciences Gelsenkirchen, Bocholt, Recklinghausen

Westfälische Hochschule, also known as the Westphalian University of Applied Sciences, is a public university of applied sciences located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Established on August 1, 1992, the university has campuses in Gelsenkirchen, Bocholt, and Recklinghausen. It offers a wide range of programs in engineering, technology, natural sciences, business studies, and more. The university emphasizes applied learning and maintains close cooperation with regional and international partners in industry and economy. With approximately 7,124 students as of the winter semester 2023/24, the university fosters an international environment, hosting students from about 60 different countries. It is committed to high-quality teaching and outstanding research and development technologies, attracting more than 2,000 beginners annually.