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The Witten/Herdecke University (Universität Witten/Herdecke or simply, UW/H) is located in the Ruhr Basin, a region dense in universities, cultural institutions, and research facilities. It is a small, private, non-profit university offering state-recognized qualifications.
A strong interdisciplinary approach incorporates a committed international outlook. It is one of Germany’s few private universities that adheres to Humboldtian principles and emphasizes the values of freedom, truth, humanity, and curiosity.
1983
Founding Year
Students
Bachelor's courses in English
Master's courses in English
Faculties
The Witten/Herdecke University was founded in 1983. It has 3,000 students enrolled across 2 major faculties. There are 2 English-taught Bachelor's degree courses and 2 English-taught Master's degree courses available.
Witten/Herdecke University is considered one of the most prestigious and progressive private universities in Germany. The university is notable for courses in the fields of management, economics, politics, society, psychology, nursing, medicine and dentistry. International exchange is highly encouraged and students can spend time abroad at one of the Erasmus and global partner universities or pursue a Double Degree in conjunction with universities in the UK or Canada.
At Witten/Herdecke University, students are prepared properly for a successful future: Its unique study concept ensures that students not only grow professionally but also personally. They benefit from an individual supervision at eye level and they are encouraged to try things out and take action. The university’s mission is to actively shape the social, ecological and economic changes of our society - in a sustainable and just way.
Witten/Herdecke University is well-regarded for postgraduate study with more Master's students than Bachelor's students. Those that attend the university enjoy studying at a modern, green campus where a wide range of extra-curricular groups and activities are available.
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Courses taught exclusively in English:
Other programs are taught in German.
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Health insurance for your visa and stay in Germany
TK - Your health insurance partner at UW/H
TK is one of Germany’s leading public health insurance providers3. As a health insurance partner for Witten/Herdecke University, many students choose to be covered by TK during their studies. Health insurance is mandatory by law for all residents in Germany, including international students.
You will need to have your public healthcare cover organized before applying for your visa. At Expatrio, we partner with TK to help register international students for public healthcare cover, ensuring they can apply for their visa and are legally covered during their studies.
Students aged under 30 are entitled to a discounted student rate for health insurance. This is available at Expatrio through TK. Although TK offers the same basic cover as most public providers, it also offers English language support and registration as well as vaccination advice, dental hygiene cover, and well-being classes.
YOUR TK CONTACT
Lars can help you with your health insurance.
Feel free to reach out!
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[1] Value Package customers can receive their €69 cashback after activating both their Blocked Account and Health Insurance.
[2] TK-Flex is an elective tariff and only available for eligible TK Health Insurance customers. Once the TK membership is activated, TK-Flex can commence. Expatrio will provide the customer with detailed guidelines on how to do this. Within TK-Flex, users have the option to deselect/opt out of services they do not need. In return, there is a cashback bonus of up to €90 per year. However, if the services are needed after all, TK customers can reactivate their Health Insurance coverage by paying a deductible of €24 per service (up to €120) per year. Please refer to our for more information.
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