Westküste University of Applied Sciences

The FH Westküste University of Applied Sciences or West Coast University of Applied Science is a one campus university, located in the city of Heide in Germany. It is situated a short distance from Hamburg, nestled between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea. There are approximately 1900 students attending the university.
  • Academic workload

    A full workload is 30 ECTS per semester.

    Academic calendar

    September - February, March - August

  • Tuition fee

    No tuition fees for Erasmus+ exchange students.

    Number of student places

    3 places per academic year.

  • Housing

    Students can apply for both on- and off-campus housing. For more information about student housing, see here.

    Cost of living

    Estimated living costs for students are 800-1000 euros per month. Student housing on campus is approximately 217 euros per month.

  • Admission requirements

    Students must have completed one year of university level studies, equivalent to 60 ECTS.

    Language requirements

    Institution requires German CEFR B2 for courses taught in German, and English CEFR B2 for courses taught in English.