Terms A-Z

This glossary contains definitions of the terms from the topic areas Education, Science, Research and Innovation, and is regularly updated. The glossary terms are alphabetically ordered.

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University of applied sciences (Fachhochschule)

Universities of applied sciences offer courses with a greater practical focus, particularly in engineering and the areas of business, social studies, design and informatics. Courses are shorter than at universities.