The heart of the incubator hub
The UE Innovation Hub is located on the SAP 'Think Campus' neighbouring global incubators such as the SAP Innovation Center and the Volkswagen Group Future Center.
More than just a degree
Welcome to the UE Innovation Hub
If you are interested in tech, data or design study programmes, explore our cutting-edge Bachelor's and Master's degrees at our Innovation Hub near Berlin
experience. future.
Get the skills to become a digital pioneer
Our programmes at UE Innovation Hub combine Tech and Data with Design: a thrilling combination that will be key for future developments.
Project based and active learning
Benefit from learning in small groups. Industry integrated progammes enable you to gain practical experience and prepare you for your future job.
Grow your international network
Our unique combination of students from around the world guarantee diversity and the best learning experience for you while networking in the start-up capital Berlin.
Get to know our Innovation Hub – where tech & data meet design.
Potsdam is a city approx. 25 min by public transport away from Berlin. It was selected in 2017 as one of the 12 digital hubs in Germany. It’s a cluster of world-leading companies in innovation such as the SAP Innovation Centre Network, Oracle, and the Volkswagen Group Future Centre Europe (with designers, experience experts, software developers, and IT professionals working on tomorrow’s mobility).
Our focus on technology, data, and design is reflected in the modern design of our campus’ building and its interior. Our students benefit from geographical proximity to international brands and an atmosphere that promotes creative potential and ideas. Our modern building not only offers enough physical space to develop but also enough mental space to create ideas and concepts. The exchange with fellow students from different fields and countries is important for this. Internationality is a top priority at the Innovation Hub, which is why all our study programmes are fully taught in English.
You aren't around the campus? We've got you. Explore our campus through our Virtual Campus Tour.
Welcome to a Virtual Tour through our UE Innovation Hub, where technological innovations, stunning surroundings, and inspiring IT companies come together to create an unparalleled experience. Step into a world where cutting-edge technologies shape the future. Our Innovation Hub is a dynamic space that embraces the spirit of innovation, providing a platform for students, professionals, and companies to collaborate and drive technological advancements forward.
Quality of teaching
We are among the 25 best schools with an international orientation worldwide. "U-Multirank" ranks us as one of the 25 best universities in the world for our study abroad programmes and student mobility. More than 1,300 universities from over 90 countries were evaluated and rated on the basis of ten indicators. The ratio of students to faculty in science and teaching as well as the number of frequently cited publications and the quality of teaching played an essential role.
Develop skills in technology and design.
At UE Innovation Hub we focus on future technology and educate the leaders of tomorrow in a newly designed hub that enables you to learn in the most up-to-date educational environment. You will gain a competitive skill set! We also believe the future is a combination of tech, data & design. Our study programmes at UE Innovation Hub offer a unique module mix that will be necessary to succeed in tomorrow's job market.
Relaxing by the lake and go out to Berlin
Students at the Innovation Hub have the choice of living in a relaxed atmosphere in Potsdam or in the vibrant German capital of Berlin. The UE Innovation Hub is located in close proximity to Berlin's city center. The lakes around the area invite students to relax with their peers, especially during the summer semester. Around 25,000 students are based within a 5km radius of the Innovation Hub, creating a vibrant student environment.
Why study at UE Innovation Hub?
Potsdam - the science hot spot
Potsdam offers the highest density of scientists in Germany. Our campus is next to incubators such as SAP innovation center where over 200 people research AI and Blockchain technologies.
Interdisciplinary programmes
We believe the future is a combination of tech, data & design. Our programmes at UE Innovation Hub offer a unique module mix that will be necessary to succeed in tomorrow's job market.
Future of education and well-being
At UE Innovation Hub we focus on future technology and educate the leaders of tomorrow in a newly designed hub that enables you to learn in the most up-to-date educational environment.
Highly skilled lecturers
Our lecturers at UE Innovation Hub are thought leaders and highly skilled professionals with years of industry experience that you will benefit from.
Diverse Atmosphere
Benefit from our diversity of students and lecturers at UE Innovation Hub. Our english taught programmes attract students from around the world. Explore Potsdam and Berlin with your fellow students.
Service & Guidance
We support you getting in touch with companies. Our UE Career Center helps you finding an internship, part-time student job or to simply find the job that you really want.
Industry integrated
All our master programmes are structured that at least one module per semester will be held in collaboration with a corporate partner. This will help you to gain valuable industry knowledge.
Study guarantee
We guarantee that you can start your studies online and continue on campus once COVID-19 rules allow.
experience. potsdam
experience. learning.
learn in open spaces, co-working spaces, quiet and socialising areas.
experience. global tech.
we are located on the Think Campus in Potsdam neighbouring incubators such as SAP, Oracle and Tesla.
experience. landscape.
relax at the Jungfernsee right next to the hub.
Study Programmes at the Innovation Hub
experience. education.
Learn more about our Innovation Hub study programmes, our professors and campus events below.
Veronica Villain, Senior Researcher @ DKB Codefactory
"It was a great experience working with the students of UE on our banking project which generated interesting insights. The cooperation with the students was very valuable and brought new perspectives into our projects."
The DKB Codefactory is located in Europe's largest FinTech-Hub H:32 in Berlin
Focus: foundational and directional research for Strategic and operational issues.
The DKB Codefactory is located in Europe's largest FinTech-Hub H:32 in Berlin
Focus: foundational and directional research for Strategic and operational issues.
Contact us
Address: Konrad-Zuse-Ring 11, 14469 Potsdam
Opening hours: Mo. – Fr. 10 am – 3 pm
Phone: +49 (0)30 338 539 710
Email: study.advice@ue-germany.com
FAQs
Yes. Germany ranks in the Top 20 globally for Peace and Safety (Positive Peace Index, 2025), and Potsdam's smaller city feel makes it one of the more relaxed places to build your student life. With over 40 research institutions and more than 10,000 academics calling the city home, you'll be part of a welcoming, internationally minded community. Berlin is just 30 minutes away when you want the buzz of a bigger city.
Potsdam has the highest density of academics per capita in Germany, with over 12,500 people working, researching, or studying at the Potsdam Science Park. The local economy is built around future-facing sectors: media, life sciences, IT and creative industries. Add a UNESCO World Heritage historic centre, more than 20 lakes and living costs lower than most major European capitals, and Potsdam makes a strong case for itself.
Potsdam gives you the focus of a smaller city and the opportunities of a major region. Berlin is 30 minutes away, putting you within reach of a startup ecosystem that launches over 500 new companies a year. On campus, the UE Innovation Hub connects you to industry partners and live projects from day one. Germany's 18-month post-study work visa and 91.9% graduate employment rate within three years (OECD, 2024) make it a strong long-term bet too.
Tuition fees vary by programme, so check the UE website or speak with an admissions advisor for accurate figures. What's consistent is that Germany is one of the more affordable study destinations in Western Europe, and Potsdam's living costs sit below those of most comparable European cities. You get a strong academic experience without the price tag of a major capital.
No. All programmes at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences are taught fully in English. Day-to-day life in Potsdam is increasingly English-friendly too, particularly in academic and professional settings. If you'd like to pick up German along the way, the German government has invested significantly in language support for international students, so help is always available.
Potsdam is more affordable than Berlin and significantly cheaper than cities like London or Paris. Your typical monthly costs cover accommodation, groceries, transport and everyday expenses. The Berlin-Brandenburg network connects you directly to the capital, so you can tap into Berlin's opportunities and social scene without paying Berlin prices to live there.
Costs vary depending on whether you choose university halls, a private student residence or a shared apartment (WG). As a guide, Potsdam is more affordable than Berlin for renters, and Berlin is already 20.6% less expensive than London. For current pricing, check with the university's accommodation team or browse listings on platforms such as WG-Gesucht.
Yes. You can work up to 120 full days or 240 half-days per year while studying. After graduation, Germany's 18-month post-study residence permit allows full-time employment, with further pathways including the EU Blue Card and long-term residency after 21 to 24 months. With a national graduate employment rate of 91.9% within three years of graduation (OECD, 2024), Germany is one of the stronger places to turn your degree into a career.
The UE Innovation Hub is at the University of Europe for Applied Sciences Potsdam campus. It's where academic learning meets real industry practice, connecting students to startup ecosystems, entrepreneurial projects and company collaborations across tech, business, and creative sectors. For students on business, AI and technology programmes, it's where your studies move beyond the classroom.
The UE Innovation Hub supports programmes across business, management, AI and technology. Courses combine academic content with firsthand industry engagement, live projects and entrepreneurial experience. For a full and current list of programmes, visit the UE Germany website or contact the admissions team directly.