Hamburg University of Technology in Germany

To develop technology for people has been one of the TUHH’s founding missions since 1978. Innovation within the technological sciences is, of course, its primary task, but innovation of the TUHH itself is a part of the motivation and a basis for the success of teaching, research, technology transfer, and continuing education.

The TUHH has set trends for the development of German universities.

TUHH is a competitive entrepreneurial university focusing on high-level performance and high quality standards. TUHH is dedicated to the principles of Humboldt (unity of research and education) and has a strong international orientation and focusses on its local environment. It does so by contributing to the development of the technological and scientific competence of society.

The founding principles of the TUHH are unique in Germany. The priority of research, an interdisciplinary approach, innovation, regionalism and internationalism are the obligatory foundations for what we do. Research, teaching and technology transfer are centered around the guiding theme of developing technology for people.

Mission Statement:

TUHH is a competitive entrepreneurial university focussing on high-level performance and high quality standards. TUHH is dedicated to the principles of Humboldt (unity of research and education). TUHH has a strong international orientation and also focusses on its local environment. It does so by contributing to the development of the technological and scientific competence of society. Aiming at excellency at the national and international level in its strategic research fields. Educating young engineers and academics within demanding programmes using advanced teaching methods.

Awards & Rankings

The Hamburg University of Technology regularly participates in external ratings and rankings, which are listed chronologically. In the texts you will find links to the respective sources. Listed are also awards for members of the University.