The Hochschule fur Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden (FH): University of applied sciences

The Hochschule fur Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden (FH) - University of Applied Sciences with the character of a Fachhochschule in the Federal Republic of Germany, is described. It was founded in 1992 and now has more than 4000 students. Its structure is formed by the 8 departments, which realize 21 curricula, By this the studies are geared to the needs of industry and economy. The higher education is supported by comprehensive activities in research and development. These fields have a great importance for the international co-operation with universities abroad. Bilateral contracts exist with 41 foreign universities; international support programmes are used intensively and have for result 59 connections with universities around the world. The contribution is closed by information about the support of best students and important cultural activities of this young university.