Offering professionals the chance to gain a state-recognized university degree without having to give up work or restrict their professional activity – this has been the objective of FOM University of Applied Sciences since its foundation in 1993.
Alongside professionals from all sectors of industry and with varying functions, trainees wishing to combine in-company training with a Bachelor degree course as part of a dual study programme also study at the internationally oriented university. To enable both professionals and trainees to optimally combine study and work, lectures are held in the evenings and at weekends. Many courses can also be taken on two days a week during the day.
Research and development are of major importance at the FOM: they do not only take place on the basis of the Northrhine Westphalia law for greater autonomy for higher education institutions (Hochschulfreiheitsgesetz), but are also an important pillar of the guiding principle of the university.
The aims of the university: to further develop scientific training and education, to transfer scientific findings to business practice and to enable students on a scientific level. The main emphases in terms of content are career- and education research, contributions to competence development in SMEs, taxation law issues as well as economic analyses.
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FOM students combine full-time work with studying for a university degree. We support you with a number of special services so that you don't have to waste valuable time dealing with administrative formalities while studying and working.
More than 31 study centres in Germany:
FOM was the first university in North Rhine-Westphalia to receive the quality seal of the German Council of Science and Humanities in 2004.
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FOM Hochschule offers a very flexible study model that is especially suitable for working professionals. One of the biggest strengths of the Engineering and Management master’s program is the strong practical orientation. Many lecturers come from industry and share real-world examples, which helps to connect theory with practice. The course structure allows students to balance work and studies, which is a big advantage. However, some modules could be more in-depth, especially on the technical side, and the workload can feel uneven across semesters. In addition, more international exposure and research-oriented content would further improve the program. Overall, my experience at FOM has been positive, particularly because of the flexibility, practical relevance, and supportive learning environment.
I completed a duales Studium here, and overall, my experience was positive. However, there were a few organisational issues that could have been handled better. For example, the class schedule was only published a week before the semester started, and the language of one exam was changed from German to English just a day before, even though the content remained the same.
Good University for students who are willing to study besides their job. Lecturers have good practical experience. However, there are a lot of courses on the weekend. The general athmosphere is very good and the academic staff is very competent.
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