University Witzenhausen

University of Witzenhausen – Tradition and Innovation in a Historic Setting The Witzenhausen campus is part of the University of Kassel and is internationally renowned for its specialization in organic agricultural sciences, tropical and international agriculture. For over 100 years, students from around the world have been trained here in sustainable farming, environmental sciences, and food security. The university emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach, combining theory with hands-on experience—supported by its own teaching and research farm and numerous projects focused on sustainable agricultural systems. Historic Architecture – Learning in a Castle The university’s main building in Witzenhausen is the former monastery building, dating back to the 19th century. This impressive structure was built in the Neo-Gothic style, characterized by tall pointed-arch windows, intricate façade decorations, and a strikingly symmetrical design. The site has a long academic tradition, as Witzenhausen was established as a center for agricultural education as early as 1898. Key Features and Academic Focus • Core Subjects: Organic farming, sustainable resource management, tropical agricultural sciences • International Environment: Students and faculty from around the world, exchange programs, and global research collaborations • Own Research Farm: Practical education and research on an organically managed site • A Half-Timbered Town as a Study Location: A historic setting combined with cutting-edge agricultural research Witzenhausen offers a unique blend of academic excellence and historic charm. The university bridges tradition and future technologies, making it a leading center for sustainable agricultural sciences.

The University of Witzenhausen is a branch of the University of Kassel. University of Kassel Mönchebergstraße 19 34109 Kassel Germany +49 561 804-0 poststelle@uni-kassel.de

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