Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences

What Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences does

Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Neubrandenburg) is a state-funded Fachhochschule founded in 1991 and located in Neubrandenburg, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany, operating under the Higher Education Act of the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The institution delivers 39 degree programs across four faculties — Agriculture and Food Sciences, Health and Nursing Management, Landscape Sciences and Geomatics, and Social Work and Education — to approximately 2,000 students in full-time, dual, and part-time (berufsbegleitend) formats. The university supplements degree programs with university certificate courses (Hochschulzertifikate), guest-auditor (Gasthörer) access, Seniorenhochschule lifelong-learning offerings, and Kinderhochschule outreach.

The technology stack underpinning delivery is conventional higher-ed infrastructure: Moodle as the learning management system, HIS-LSF for course scheduling and administration, an SB-Online student self-service portal, and the UniNow mobile application for student-facing services, all operated through the ZIMT (Centre for Information and Media Technology). The DigiLehrbildung initiative (2021-2025) added digital-tools and educational-media infrastructure for teacher education. Two applied research priorities — Health and Nutrition (recognized in the 2015 Hochschulrektorenkonferenz Research Map) and Sustainable Structural Change in Rural Regions (since 2005) — anchor research output, supported by affiliated transfer institutes: IKR (regional development), DIZ (digital innovation), ZELT (nutrition/food technology), and the Transferstelle Daseinsvorsorge.

Revenue derives almost entirely from state-government allocation by Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and federal/EU research funding, supplemented by €120 semester contributions (€110 to Studierendenwerk, €10 to student union), €50 guest-auditor fees, and tuition from career-integrated continuing-education programs and certificate courses. The university employs 251-500 staff and is governed under public-sector structures (Senate, Rectorate) without private equity, venture, or traditional corporate ownership. Recent positioning milestones include a 4th-place ranking in the 2026 Digital Campus Index and SZ Institut recognition as 'Top Weiterbildung' across five categories.

Name

Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences

Legal name

Hochschule Neubrandenburg

Website

https://hs-nb.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences is a state-funded public university in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern delivering 39 practice-oriented degree programs across four faculties to roughly 2,000 students, supplemented by continuing-education, certificate, and lifelong-learning offerings, with applied research focused on health/nutrition and sustainable rural development.

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Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

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Technical Universities with Specialized Engineering Domains (EDAHAEAI)

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Schools of Nursing (EDAHAGAC), Nutrition & Dietetics Schools (EDAHAGAK), Technical Universities with Energy, Materials & Sustainability Focus (EDAHAEAL)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Applied sciences research
• Continuing education programs
• Dual study programs
• Knowledge transfer services

Headquarters

HQ city

Neubrandenburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Higher Education Funding: As a German public university (Hochschule), the institution receives primary funding from the state government of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and federal government. Students pay semester contributions rather than tuition fees.
2. Semester Contributions: Students pay a semester fee of 120.00€ comprising 110.00€ for Studierendenwerk and 10.00€ for student union (Studierendenschaft). No tuition fees per Hochschulgebührenordnung.
3. Guest Student Fees: Guest students (Gasthörer) pay 50.00€ per semester for participation in regular lectures and seminars. Fee exemptions exist for asylum seekers with residence permits.
4. Continuing Education Programs: Part-time and continuing education programs (berufsbegleitende Studiengänge) generate revenue through program fees. Bachelor's programs include Angewandte Betriebswirtschaftslehre (8 semesters), Pädagogik der Kindheit (6 semesters), Soziale Arbeit (7 semesters). Master's programs include Krankenhausmanagement MBA, Organisationsentwicklung und Inklusion MA, and Angewandte Digitalisierung MA.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

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Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Neubrandenburg) is a public university offering 39 degree programs across four faculties: Agriculture and Food Sciences, Health and Nursing Management, Landscape Sciences and Geomatics, and Social Work and Education. The institution provides Bachelor's, Master's, dual, and part-time study programs, supplemented by continuing education certificates, lifelong learning offerings (Seniorenhochschule, Kinderhochschule), and applied research focused on health/nutrition and sustainable rural development.

Product overview

Neubrandenburg University of Applied Sciences operates as a campus university offering a portfolio of 39 degree programs across four faculties: Agriculture and Food Sciences, Health and Nursing Management, Landscape Sciences and Geomatics, and Social Work and Education. The educational portfolio comprises Bachelor's and Master's degree programs available in full-time, dual, and career-integrated formats, supplemented by university certificate programs, guest auditor options, and specialized lifelong learning offerings including the Seniorenhochschule for older adults and Kinderhochschule for children. Supporting the academic core, the university provides digital learning infrastructure through its Moodle e-learning platform and UniNow mobile app, career development services via its Karriereportal, and continuing education coordination through the Zentrum für Wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung (ZWW). The institution emphasizes practical orientation with embedded internship semesters, research focus areas in health and nutrition and sustainable rural development, and international exchange opportunities through its dedicated International Office.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ARCHIPEL: Network for higher education development and innovation
• Kinderhochschule
• Seniorenhochschule
• StudiumPlus
• HiRegion
• DigiLehrbildung

Products and services

• Bachelor's Degree Programs Undergraduate degree programs across four faculties: Agriculture and Food Sciences, Health and Nursing Management, Landscape Sciences and Geomatics, and Social Work and Education, totaling 39 programs with full-time, dual, and part-time study options. Designed for school graduates seeking practice-oriented qualifications.
• Master's Degree Programs Postgraduate degree programs providing advanced academic qualifications in specialized fields aligned with the university's research focus areas in health/nutrition and sustainable rural development, including MBA Krankenhausmanagement, MA Organisationsentwicklung und Inklusion, and MA Angewandte Digitalisierung.
• Career-Integrated (Berufsbegleitende) Study Programs Part-time degree programs for working professionals combining practical experience with academic knowledge. Programs include Applied Business Administration (8 semesters), Social Work (7 semesters), Childhood Pedagogy (6 semesters), Hospital Management MBA, and Applied Digitalization MA.
• Dual Study Programs Combined academic and vocational training programs integrating theory at the university with practical experience at partner companies. Available in Agriculture, Civil Engineering, Food Technology, Nursing, and Social Work.
• University Certificates (Hochschulzertifikate) Short-term continuing education programs earning academic credits applicable toward future degree studies, including Diversity and Difference, Finance and Controlling, Changing Organizations, HR Development, Digital Transformation, and Childhood Pedagogy Leadership.
• Seniorenhochschule (Senior University) Lifelong learning program for older adults offering free lectures and cultural events from October to February, allowing participants without academic prerequisites to engage with university teaching and research.
• Kinderhochschule (Children's University) Educational outreach program introducing school children to university life through lectures by professors and experts, practical seminars, and laboratory days, fostering early interest in science and academics.
• Guest Auditor (Gasthörer) Program Program allowing individuals to attend regular lectures and seminars without formal student status or university entrance qualification, with fee of 50.00€ per semester and exemptions for asylum seekers with valid permits.
• Moodle E-Learning Platform Learning management system (LMS) used for online course delivery, digital learning materials, workshop registrations, and StudiumPlus interdisciplinary program enrollment as part of the university's digital campus infrastructure.
• UniNow Campus App Mobile application available on Google Play and App Store providing convenient access to campus information, schedules, and student services for enrolled students through the UniNow partnership.
• Zentrum für Wissenschaftliche Weiterbildung (ZWW) Central unit for continuing education coordinating career-integrated degree programs, certificate courses, workshops, and career development seminars for working professionals. Recognized as Top Weiterbildung in five categories by SZ Institut 2026.
• StudiumPlus Interdisciplinary and cross-faculty extracurricular program offering workshops, lectures, and seminars for developing key competencies and supplementary knowledge beyond regular studies.
• International Office Services Comprehensive support for international mobility including exchange programs, incoming student services, international partnerships, Buddy Program, visa guidance, and the International Career Center (ICC) mentoring program.
• Student Counseling Services Comprehensive advisory services including psychological counseling, psychosocial support, KarriereWegeMentoring career mentoring, and study advice for prospective and current students.
• Karriereportal (Career Portal) Online job board and career development platform connecting students and graduates with employers, featuring job postings and career planning resources.

Quantifiable outcome

• Digital Campus Index 2026: 72 out of 100 points, ranking 4th nationwide
• +1 more outcomes

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Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Studierendenwerk GreifswaldcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic student services organization responsible for student welfare including dining services (Mensa/Cafeteria), student housing (401 dormitory places in Neubrandenburg), and BAföG administration. Manages Brodaer Str. 4 residence hall. Anstalt des öffentlichen Rechts serving University of Greifswald, Hochschule Neubrandenburg, and FH Stralsund. Led by Dr. Cornelia Wolf-Körnert.
• DIZ: Digitales Innovationszentrum NeubrandenburgcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital Innovation Center serving as technology transfer hub connecting the university with regional businesses and startups for digital transformation projects and innovation support.
• ZELT gGmbH: Zentrum für Ernährung und LebensmitteltechnologiecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCenter for Nutrition and Food Technology operating as a transfer institution focused on food science research and industry collaboration. Website: zelt-nb.de
• IKR: Institut für kooperative RegionalentwicklungcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstitute for Cooperative Regional Development conducting research on sustainable regional development, rural transformation, and public services. Hosts Transferstelle Daseinsvorsorge.
• Transferstelle DaseinsvorsorgecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransfer office focused on public service provision in rural regions, supporting knowledge transfer between university research and regional municipalities, public institutions, and community organizations.
• HiRegion: Innovative HochschulecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFlagship project 'Hochschule in der Region' (University in the Region) fostering cooperation between university and regional stakeholders. Focus areas include education/social capital, knowledge transfer, consulting, and continuing education. ARCHIPEL network member for higher education development.
• ARCHIPEL NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork for higher education development and innovation. The university's ARCHIPEL team participates in national events like University:Future Festival, contributing to higher education transformation discussions.
• Partner Universities (International Exchange)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational partner universities enabling student and faculty exchange programs. Managed through International Office with Erasmus+ and other international exchange frameworks.
• Seniorenbeirat der Stadt NeubrandenburgminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal Senior Advisory Council partnering with the Seniorenhochschule program to provide lifelong learning opportunities for older adults in the region.
• Seniorenbüro e.V. NeubrandenburgminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSenior Office non-profit organization collaborating on senior education initiatives and community engagement programs.
• FORUM MVminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional forum for knowledge transfer and networking between universities and public institutions in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
• City of NeubrandenburgcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal government of Neubrandenburg ( Vier-Tore-Stadt ) providing welcoming package of up to 150€ for students establishing primary residence. Collaborates on housing initiatives and city-university relations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Hochschule Wismar: Public University of Applied Sciences in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern offering applied bachelor/master programs in engineering, business and design. Closest structural peer within the same state, sharing Fachhochschule governance and funding structure.
• Technische Hochschule Wildau: Brandenburg University of Applied Sciences known for applied research and industry transfer; comparable institution with strong dual-study and continuing-education offerings.
• Hochschule Stralsund: State Hochschule in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern co-served by the same Studierendenwerk Greifswald; offers applied programs in engineering, business and tourism. Directly comparable regional Fachhochschule with similar funding dynamics.
• Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf: Bavarian Hochschule focused on agriculture, food technology and nutrition — directly overlaps with Neubrandenburg's Agrarwirtschaft/Lebensmittelwissenschaften faculty and ZELT gGmbH transfer activities.
• Hochschule für nachhaltige Entwicklung Eberswalde (HNEE): Brandenburg-based University of Applied Sciences specializing in sustainable land use, forestry and landscape sciences — directly comparable to Neubrandenburg's landscape/geomatics and rural structural-change focus.
• Ostfalia Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften: Lower-Saxony Fachhochschule with similar multi-faculty applied sciences portfolio spanning engineering, business, social work and health — direct structural peer in size and program mix.
• Ernst-Abbe-Hochschule Jena: Thuringian Fachhochschule combining engineering, business and social-work faculties at similar scale — comparable mid-sized German University of Applied Sciences profile.
• Hochschule Fulda: Hessian University of Applied Sciences with strong nutrition, food and health management programs as well as recognized continuing education — overlaps with Neubrandenburg's health/nutrition research focus and ZWW continuing education.
• Hochschule Harz: Saxony-Anhalt Hochschule serving a peripheral region with applied bachelor/master programs and a continuing-education portfolio — comparable regional Fachhochschule with similar demographic exposure.

Broad incumbents

• Universität Greifswald: Full public university co-located in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and co-served by Studierendenwerk Greifswald; broader research portfolio but overlapping regional catchment and student-services infrastructure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/HsNbTv
• Facebookfacebook.com/hochschule.neubrandenburg
• Instagraminstagram.com/hochschuleneubrandenburg
• Xx.com/hsnb_campus
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hochschule-neubrandenburg

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Number of profiles

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Subsidiaries4 records

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