South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences Numerus Clausus

South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences: Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026 /27)

Iserlohn Soest Hagen Meschede Lüdenscheid

South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences NC

The South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences, officially known as Fachhochschule Südwestfalen, is a prominent public university founded in 2002. With more than 9,000 students, it is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The university has its headquarters and one of its four campuses located in Iserlohn, along with three other campuses in Hagen, Meschede, and Soest, as well as a subsidiary in Lüdenscheid.

The University's campuses offer a blend of modern facilities and a student-friendly environment. The Iserlohn campus, for example, is renowned for its outstanding quality of study, excellent future prospects and a pleasant atmosphere that fosters close cooperation with local industry.

Type

University of Applied Sciences (public)

of international students

20%

No. of students (2026)

9,998

Term model

Semester

Most Selective Study Programs at South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences

For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).