Study in Schmalkalden - Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences (SUAS)

Around 200 partner universities worldwide

Double degrees at international partner universities

Top positions in rankings

Familiar atmosphere on campus

Find everything about studying at the Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences here:

In Schmalkalden, the focus is on the students. Under the motto “Excellent studies”, the most important elements of the degree courses are practical orientation, which enables a quick career start, and a close network of around 200 partner universities worldwide. More and more degree programmes are also being offered in English and the university’s courses regularly achieve top positions in rankings!

Christian Simoneit:

“We have a 30 per cent share of international students. Both the city and the university are characterised by a very international atmosphere.”

Christian, a native of Erfurt, Thuringia's capital, works at the Department for Studies and International Relations at SUAS (Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences).

Jobs & Internships

SUAS partners with a wide range of companies, offering you extensive opportunities for networking and career development. The INTERNATIONAL CAREER SERVICE not only assists you in finding (part-time) jobs and internships but also provides access to numerous networking and training events, as well as company visits. Moreover, they are available to support you in crafting excellent applications.

WANT TO MAKE FRIENDS? No problem!

It's easy to make new friends at Schmalkalden University. Even if you haven't made any connections during your first week, you can always meet someone at CLUB SM, the university's student club. In addition, the university hosts a variety of sporting events, the most popular of which are the SCHMALYMPICS. These events are excellent opportunities to meet new people and make lasting friendships.

Digital Support

To help international students with the organisational and bureaucratic challenges they may face during their first days in Germany, Schmalkalden University has developed its own app, the SUAS INCOMING APP. Once you have been admitted to Schmalkalden University, you can use this app to prepare for your arrival and ensure a seamless transition.

Beatriz:

“During my studies in mechanical engineering, I had great contact with the professors. They were always very nice with me. The contact with the International Office was extremely helpful, too.”

Beatriz is from Brazil. After graduating from Schmalkalden University, she found a job in a Thuringian company that she really likes.

English taught degree programmes

APPLIED COMPUTER SCIENCE Master

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS Bachelor & Master

MECHATRONICS AND ROBOTICS Master

You can find an overview of all 39 degree programmes at Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences in the HIGHER EDUCATION COMPASS.

Isabella:

“One small piece of advice that I can give is just to come. Everything will work out! Germany offers very good opportunities to be able to stay here, especially many funding opportunities. So my tip is to just come and make the best of it.”

Isabella is from Columbia. She studies Wirtschaftsrecht at Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences.