WiSo 2030 – Together for Tomorrow
Application Orientation
Application Orientation
We intend that our degree programs and all research and transfer activities make a significant contribution to the transformation of society and the economy with regard to the challenges ahead. That is why we network intensively with our regional environment and establish transfer and innovation alliances with companies, public and civil society actors. These collaborations lead to numerous internships and practical projects, which are anchored in the curriculum in 80 percent of the degree programs. All professors and senior lecturers have at least five years of practical professional experience. External lecturers from the working world bring current practical requirements into teaching. This enables our students to think and act in a scientifically based and practical way and strengthens their problem-solving skills and creativity.
On the way to the Application-oriented Campus
5
dual Bachelor's degree programs
The Bachelor's degree programs in Public Administration, Business Administration, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Midwifery Science (practice-integrated) and Nursing (practice-integrated) can be studied dual in combination with vocational training.
8
part-time degree programs
The Bachelor's degree programs in Nursing Management, Nursing Science and Physiotherapy as well as the Master's degree programs in Auditing, Finance and Taxation, Health Management, Higher Education and Research Management, Musculoskeletal Therapy (Manual Therapy – OMPT) and Public Management can be studied part-time.
54
research projects
Since 2020, 54 application-related research projects have been carried out at the Faculty with a total funding volume of 42 million euros.
60
projects/year
Every year, more than 60 business, legal and social projects take place at the Faculty.
750
scientific practical projects/year
Scientific practical projects as part of the Bachelor's thesis are part of all Bachelor's degree programs.
1,000
practice experts
Around 1,000 experts from practice are involved in teaching every year.
1,500
students
Around 1,500 students take part in 30 practical projects, simulation games and excursions each semester.
Strategic goal in the area of ??application orientation
We offer practice-oriented education programs that equip graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the changing world of work.
Specific targets in the area of application-orientation by 2030
① More part-time, in-service, dual and continuing education courses
We want to increase the diversity of our course formats in all areas of study in order to tailor our course offerings to different target groups.
| Measures | KPIs | KPIs by 2030 |
|---|---|---|
| Expansion of course formats that are tailored to the needs of different target groups who want to combine scientific and practical training to ensure their livelihood through simultaneous employment in a company | Number of dual bachelor’s programs | 5 |
| Number of part-time degree programs | 10 (bachelor’s and master’s programs) | |
| Strengthening of application orientation in teaching | Number of scientifically reflected practical projects | 750 per year |
| Number of experts from the field in-volved in teaching | Maintenance of the 20:80 ratio of external experts to full-time faculty |
② Expansion of regional and international networking
We want to intensify collaboration with partners in research and teaching for closer learning and transfer cooperation.
| Measures | KPIs | KPIs by 2030 |
|---|---|---|
| Establishment of careers services to support graduates in their professional development | ||
| Expansion of the “Science2Application” approach to combine scientific research (Science) with specific applications in practice (Application) through application-oriented research projects and doctorates | Number of application-related research projects (at least one non-university partner) | 10 per year |
| Number of publications in peer-reviewed journals with a focus on transformation and implementation research (research with at least one non-university partner) | 10-15 percent increase | |
| External funding raised in the area of start-ups, business creation, Exist programs, Dati, etc. | 15 percent increase |