Westsächsische Hochschule Zwickau - University of Applied Sciences Zwickau

About us

The University of Applied Sciences Zwickau (UAS Zwickau) is one of the top German UAS in terms of academic research. Moreover, we offer a wide range of study programmes in engineering, technology, IT, economics, humanities and life sciences.

We are the University for Mobility, which for us is movement, change and flexibility. These principles guide us in developing solutions for future challenges. We promote professional and cultural diversity in our academic and social life. We take these principles with whilst working with regional, national and international companies. We stand for sustainable developments from the idea, and the design, to the final product. 

With more than 125 years of academic tradition and excellence, and as one of the largest employers in the Zwickau region, we are able to provide excellent learning and working conditions within the eight faculties found at Zwickau UAS. These faculties are based at four diverse campuses that meet the needs of the individual faculty. 

The education and training programmes we provide are built on the cutting-edge research and development being conducted by our research active staff. We also take pride in ensuring programmes continually cover the professional needs of our students as well and is reflected in the many technical degree programmes offered by UAS Zwickau, but also degree programmes in Sign Language Interpreting, Wood Design, Musical Instrument Production, Textile Engineering and Fashion Design.

What makes us special

Zwickau UAS is special as we are located in the electromobility capital of Europe. Here in Zwickau – the UAS continually strives to establish and maintain strong and active partner networks. You will benefit from access to these multiple national and international partnerships. 

We are also the only university in Saxony to offer a degree course in sign language interpreting. In addition, we are the only university in Germany that teaches various facets of wood design, textile engineering and fashion design as well as musical instrument making. In this context, you can benefit from our numerous bilingual and double-degree programmes offered in collaboration with our 150 partner universities. 

What we offer

Our teaching & learning philosophy is based on a practice-oriented exchange between the stakeholders. We offer a wide spectrum of research and teaching from design to production. We think from sketch to feasibility and economic viability to marketing and sales. Multidisciplinary teams help us to find the right solution to current challenges. Moreover, you can further develop your individual teaching skills & methods through our university teaching qualification programme.

What we look for 

• Teaching Commitment
• Research Excellence
• Enthusiasm in mentoring students 
• Actively shaping a dynamic & versatile university