Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences

The University of Applied Sciences Weihenstephan-Triesdorf (HSWT), founded in 1971, is a leading public university in Bavaria with more than 6,400 students and campuses in Freising and Triesdorf. It is particularly renowned for its specialised focus on green engineering and sustainable practices, offering degree programmes in biotechnology, horticulture, landscape architecture, agriculture, food technology, forestry and environmental engineering. Combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on applications, HSWT emphasises interdisciplinary and practice-oriented learning. Its commitment to applied research is reflected in numerous projects funded by the European Union, the German Federal Government and industry partners, advancing sustainable solutions in environmental protection and resource management.