The South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences, with over 12,000 students enrolled in more than 80 Bachelor and Masters courses across nine faculties, stands as one of the largest institutions of its kind in North Rhine Westphalia. Despite its size, the university offers a friendly and supportive studying environment across its campuses in Hagen, Iserlohn, Meschede, Soest, and Lüdenscheid. With its expertise, the university serves as a vital contact point for industry, agriculture, and trade, particularly in the latest technology and process sectors. The university effectively combines research and business, collaborating on projects and providing innovative and technological guidance as trusted business partners.