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Westphalian University of Applied Sciences

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Overview

Westfälische Hochschule Gelsenkirchen Bocholt Recklinghausen (Westphalian University of Applied Sciences) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium city of Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. This institution also has a branch campus in Bocholt and Recklinghausen. Established in 1992, Westfälische Hochschule Gelsenkirchen Bocholt Recklinghausen (WH) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerium für Kultur und Wissenschaft des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen. WH provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. WH also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Control Typepublic

Entity

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name (English) Westphalian University of Applied Sciences
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Acronym WH
Founded 1992
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Location

Address Neidenburger Strasse 10/43
Gelsenkirchen
45897 North Rhine-Westphalia
Germany
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Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Phone Number (209) 9596 0
Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Fax Number (209) 9596 445
Other locations Bocholt and Recklinghausen

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Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerium für Kultur und Wissenschaft des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Westphalian University of Applied Sciences as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's academic range and degree level offering.



Westfälische Hochschule Gelsenkirchen Bocholt Recklinghausen: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
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degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
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B&S Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Westphalian University of Applied Sciences categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Westphalian University of Applied Sciences.



Westphalian University of Applied Sciences: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Westphalian University of Applied Sciences website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences 's admission selection is not reported.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

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Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's International Students Admission International Students

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Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Size and Profile


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Control Type Control Type

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Entity Type Entity Type

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's main campus setting is not reported.


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Facilities


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Library University Library

Yes Visit Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Library


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

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Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's Career Services Career Services

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Academic Structure

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Affiliations and Memberships

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Westphalian University of Applied Sciences public or private?

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Westphalian University of Applied Sciences profit or non-profit?

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Westphalian University of Applied Sciences in terms of enrollment?

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences has a student enrollment ranging from 8,000 to 8,999, making it a medium-sized institution.

What is the size of Westphalian University of Applied Sciences in terms of academic staff?

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is Westphalian University of Applied Sciences a coeducational institution?

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences use?

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Westphalian University of Applied Sciences affiliated with?

None.

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences admit international students?

Not reported.

What is Westphalian University of Applied Sciences's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university 's admission selection is not reported.

How much does it cost to attend Westphalian University of Applied Sciences WH?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Westphalian University of Applied Sciences WH located?

Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is located in Gelsenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Address: Neidenburger Strasse 10/43.

Is Westphalian University of Applied Sciences WH accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Westphalian University of Applied Sciences is accredited by Ministerium für Kultur und Wissenschaft des Landes Nordrhein-Westfalen (since ).

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences have a university library?

Yes

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences offer career services?

Not reported

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Westphalian University of Applied Sciences have an institutional hospital?

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