Motivation, quality, agility and diversity - value-based university development

That Mission statement of the THM It puts people at the center: "Respect and appreciation are central foundations of our university culture." Further core values ​​are derived from this, which are summarized in the mission statement under the four overarching themes Motivation, quality, agility and diversity are reproduced and in twelve Guiding principles to be defined more precisely. The understanding of quality in teaching is in the Principles for good teaching laid down separately.

Talents. Technology. Future. – a wide range of Degree Courses

THM is characterized by a a wide variety of attractive study programmes, with more than half of the Degree Courses being engineering-oriented. The range of studies also includes the fields of computer science, life sciences, health, and management.

Nearly 40 Degree Courses lead to a Bachelor's degree and over 40 to a Master's degree. The THMslogan "Talents. Technology. Future." aptly summarizes its self-image: young people (talents) should be empowered to use various technologies (technology) effectively in a constantly changing, complex, and ambiguous working world (future).

THMCampus as a place of learning and living

Universities are more than just places for teaching, learning, and research. THM values ​​fostering a vibrant university culture and aims to offer all THMmembers a needs-based range of events, support services, and advisory services.

The university sport In addition to a fitness studio, the university offers a diverse range of courses, from A for acrobatics to Z for Zumba, to provide a necessary balance to studies. Newly acquired knowledge can be applied in the THM 's own laboratories and workshops, and the "MakerSpaces" in Giessen and Friedberg are places where ideas can be brought to life with like-minded individuals. 

Prospective students, current students, and staff have access to contact points offering various advisory services students advisory service provides expert advice on individual questions and, if necessary, also offers psychological support Information Center in Giessen and Friedberg  They answer questions about starting your studies, your studies and THM.

Internationalization in and for the region

The university participates in international exchange programmes and collaborates with over 100 partner universities worldwide in studies, teaching, and research. Students, faculty, and staff are given the opportunity to acquire international and intercultural skills. In 2025, more than 2,700 international students from over 110 countries chose to study at THM.

Research at THM – application-oriented and transfer-focused

In addition to academic teaching, research and knowledge and technology transfer are key areas of activity at THM. Research activities often result from collaborations with partners in the regional economy and are characterized by their practical relevance.

Research priorities are also concentrated in the eight interdisciplinary Centres of CompetenceFurthermore, there is intensive cooperation with the universities in Giessen and Marburg, which extends to the fields of biotechnology, aerospace applications, automotive, and renewable energies. Within the framework of the three-way alliance (“Research Campus of Central Hessen“) enables the THM cooperative doctoral programmes in engineering. As one of the first universities of applied sciences THM opened an independent doctoral center in 2016 and has since held the right to award doctorates in engineering.

Within knowledge transfer, a key focus is on promoting business start-ups. THM offers.. Support from initial consultation through patent application to company formation.

Convincing framework conditions for all employee groups

In many respects, public service at a state university offers advantages. Employees of THM benefit from working conditions in an appreciative environment with opportunities for professional development. In addition to a flexible and needs-based working time model within the framework of flextime and the consistent provision of part-time employment, there is the option of mobile working. THM is certified as a family-friendly university. Childcare options – such as a daycare center or holiday childcare – and a family-friendly campus (e.g., parent-child rooms) are well-established.

Naturally, THM offers systematic personnel development, a comprehensive range of Further and Professional Development opportunities, and a company health management programme. With its membership in the "Diversity Charter“She is committed to a work environment free of prejudice.”.