Technology for Humanity that’s the motto of Hamburg University of Technology. Right here before you stands a testament to innovation. Founded in 1978 the university quickly established itself. Lectures began in 1982-83. It’s located in Harburg a district in southern Hamburg. The TUHH isn’t just another university. Its founding principles are unique in Germany. Research priority interdisciplinarity innovation regionality and internationality are its core values.
The TUHH is a vibrant place. Around 1500 employees from many nations work here. Technicians administrators student assistants and building managers all contribute. They make teaching and research possible. The university boasts approximately 7000 students. Around 2000 of those students are international. It’s a truly global community.
But the TUHH is more than just numbers. It’s a place where technology serves humanity. Its scientists work on both the basics and applications. They collaborate with colleagues businesses and industry. The university works daily on Technology for Humanity. Research is transferred into application. That’s a fundamental strength of the TU Hamburg. The TU Hamburg subsidiary Tutech GmbH helps with that. Scientists and students use their expertise in the region. They gain insights for future basic research topics.
The TUHH has a strong focus on innovation. It has set trends for German universities. The university has established the TUHH Technologie GmbH or TuTech. Since 1992 TuTech has handled technology transfer. It also provides advice on trade fairs and further training. It organizes congresses and initiates projects. The TUHH supports young entrepreneurs. It helps them start their own businesses. In 1994 the TUHH became a pioneer. It introduced modular courses and a bachelor’s degree in General Engineering Science.
The TUHH strives for research excellence. It’s a competitive family-oriented and sustainable university. It maintains high-performance and quality standards. It’s internationally oriented and committed to the Humboldtian ideal of education. It educates the next generation of engineers. It uses modern teaching and learning methods. It promotes technology transfer and the establishment of companies. It’s a place where students work towards a better future. They aim to improve Hamburg the region and the world. They use their engineering know-how and methods. That is the true spirit of the Hamburg University of Technology.