Protestant University of Applied Sciences Ludwigsburg: Top Study Programs (2026/27)

The Evangelische Hochschule Ludwigsburg (EH Ludwigsburg) is a state-recognized university of applied sciences of the Protestant Regional Church in Württemberg (Evangelische Landeskirche in Württemberg), based in Ludwigsburg. It is a confessional institution focused on social work, diaconia (Diakonie), education, nursing, and religion, and it emerged from a predecessor Evangelische Fachhochschule of the regional church. The EH offers bachelor's and master's programmes, several of which — in fields such as early childhood education, inclusive and special-needs education, international social work, nursing, and social work — are open to applicants regardless of denomination, while some are run in cooperation with partner universities such as the PH Ludwigsburg and the University of Heidelberg. It is also the regular training institution for the deacons (Diakoninnen and Diakone) of the regional church.