Berliner Hochschule für Technik (BHT, from 2009 to 2021: Beuth Hochschule für Technik Berlin, from 1971 to 2009: Technische Fachhochschule Berlin) is a large state university of applied sciences in Germany. BHT promotes career opportunities for all prospective and current students, regardless of social background, through a diverse range of forward-thinking degree programs and a staff of highly qualified specialists.
The Berlin University of Applied Sciences is one of Germany's largest engineering universities, offering approximately 70 courses across eight departments. Around 300 professors, 450 employees and 600 lecturers form a lively teaching and learning community with around 13,000 students. The Berlin University of Applied Sciences specializes in technology-based education. There is also interdisciplinary research going on. The university's goals include innovation, applicability, and practical relevance.
The BHT believes in a job-oriented, future-proof degree. Lessons are taught in small groups. The course places a strong emphasis on key qualifications such as teamwork and social skills. The use of cutting-edge technologies in teaching and research, as well as knowledge and technology transfer between the university and the company, is standard practice at the BHT. Professors have a high academic degree as well as several years of relevant professional experience.
Not least because of the excellent teaching and learning environment at universities of applied sciences, the majority of students complete their studies within the standard period of study, which includes a practical semester. The short study times and high level of practical relevance allow for a smooth transition into professional and everyday work.