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Study Programmes Healthcare Technology

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University of Innovations 5

The Study Programmes in Orthobionics 6

The Advantages at a Glance 9

Overview of Healthcare Technology Study Programmes 10

Study Programmes 11

Orthobionics (B.Sc.) 12

Medical Orthobionics (M.Sc.) 16

Sports/Rehab Engineering (M.Sc.) 18

Partnerships with Industry, Crafts and Science 20

Contact Persons 23

Table of Contents

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PFH Private University of Applied Sciences, established in 1995, is an accredited and state-recognised university that focuses on training and educating future managers and spe-cialists in key technologies. All study programmes are cha-racterised by their practical and economic relevance, their in-ternationality and by a pronounced orientation toward careers.

At present, PFH offers a total of 25 on-campus or distance- learning study programmes in the areas of management, technology, psychology and business psychology as well as healthcare technology. More than 2,700 students are currently enrolled at the university (status: February 2016) and study either on campus in Göttingen, Stade or Berlin or at one of the 11 distance-learning centres located nationwide. Thanks to its efficiently organised, practice and market-oriented study programmes PFH graduates are in great demand with com-

panies. 99 percent of the young professionals start their jobs directly after graduation.

In the field of Healthcare Technology, the University offers three innovative and unique study programmes. The fully accredited and state-recognised medical-technical study pro-grammes Orthobionics, Medical Orthobionics and Sports/Re-hab Engineering are run by PFH’s ZHT Zentrum für Healthcare Technology which is located at the University Medical Centre Göttingen. Since the founding of the University, cooperations with scientific establishments and companies have been a guarantee for the interdisciplinary exchange of know-how and for the teaching and research at PFH that are carried out by absolute experts in their fields.

University of InnovationsStudying at PFH Private University of Applied Sciences Göttingen

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The Study Programmes in Orthobionics and Sports/Rehab Engineering

Since 2011 PFH Private University of Applied Sciences has been running newly developed study programmes in prepa-ration for careers in the orthopaedic technology branch of in-dustry. Orthobionics and Sports/ Rehab Engineering provide qualification for the responsible and independent handling of a sophisticated and complex technology. The wide, specia-lised range of topics and the integration of practical content enable graduates to plan, implement, assess and document practical patient care (Orthobionics) as well as rehabilitation measures and sports equipment (Sports/Rehab Engineering) at the cutting-edge of the Healthcare Technology industry.

As management executives, orthobionics specialists can actively shape the future of a branch of industry that is facing significant changes. Particularly the high dynamics in the field of medical engineering innovations, increasing demand as a result of demographic developments worldwide and the great need for specialists both nationally and internationally offer promising career opportunities.

During the development of the study programme, PFH Private University of Applied Sciences Göttingen worked in close cooperation with an industrial network in order to guarantee the best quality for students. Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH from Duderstadt, the global leader in orthopaedic techno-logy, was a driving force for the development of the study programmes. The company, present in 50 countries world-wide, supports education at university level in Germany with the objective of enabling physically disabled persons the

greatest possible extent of participation in daily life through increasing technically complex and innovative solutions. In this respect, the orthobionics study programme qualifies experts and managers for the worldwide growing industry of orthopaedic technology. The medical content, which is central to the study programme, is supported by the Uni-versity Medical Centre Göttingen.

At international level, a prerequisite for direct patient care using orthopaedic aids is a certification according to Ca-tegory I (CAT I) of the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO). The study programme Orthobionics is CAT I certified. In Germany, however, it is the Meisterbrief (master craftsman certificate) which is required in order to perform patient care. In cooperation with the Hanover Chamber of Crafts, the coursework accomplished in the study programme is credited towards the Meisterbrief, so all that’s left for students to do in order to get their Meisterbrief is to successfully complete a practice day at the chamber according to the Meister examination regulations.

The focal point for students is ZHT Zentrum für Healthcare Technology at the University Medical Centre Göttingen. La-boratories, seminar rooms, workshops and areas for patient care are available on a space of about 800 square metres. ZHT is centrally located in the main building of the University Medical Centre. Additional activities take place at the Otto Bock Kompetenz Zentrum in Göttingen Weende and at PFH Campus Göttingen.

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UniqueNationwide, these study courses are offered only by PFH Göttingen, making graduates sought-after specialists in medical-technical branches of industry.

Career-orientedThe study programme focuses on the latest developments in the field of orthopaedic technology and the sports industry. Business courses complement the applicant profiles of future orthobionic technicians and sports/rehab engineers.

State-of-the-Art InfrastructureThe study programmes are carried out at ZHT Zentrum für Healthcare Technology - 800 square metres of modern labs and rooms equipped with cutting-edge technology.

Practice-relatedOne of the main goals of Orthobionics is to provide students with extensive manual skills and train them in direct patient care. With its modern patient-care concepts and compre-hensive technical content, the programme plays a leading role in this highly dynamic industry. Furthermore, the close cooperation with partners from industry, craft and science guarantees the programme’s practical relevance.

IndividualThe usual small classes at PFH guarantee excellent men-toring relationships between students and professors. And especially for master students whose bachelor qualifications require them to obtain further credits, PFH has integrated such additional courses into the curriculum, thus granting students the required flexibility to obtain their degree without prolonging their studies.

Healthcare Technology Study Programme: The Advantages at a Glance

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Healthcare TechnologyOverview of Study Programmes

Study Programme Degree

ECTSCredits

StandardPeriod of Study Special Features See page

Orthobionics Bachelor of Science

240 8 semesters high amount of practical work 12

Medical Orthobionics

Master of Science

60 2 semesters Consecutive master’s, full-time 16

Sports/Rehab Engineering

Master of Science

60 3 semesters extra-occupational 18

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Study Programme Bachelor

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Orthobionics | Bachelor of Science | 8 Semesters

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Module 1: Basics of Medical Science I

Anatomy I, Physiology I, Introduction to Special Clinical Pictures

Module 2: Orthobionics I

Orthotics I, Practical Application Orthotics I, Basics in practical Orthobionics, Introduction to Hospital Routine

Module 3: Basics of Natural and Engineering Sciences I

Mathematics I, Material Sciences, Physics

Module 4: Basics of General Management

Introduction to Business Management, Start-Up Management, Cost and Performance Accounting

Module 5: Soft Skills and Language I

English Ia, Ethical Principles, Work Organisation/Time and Self-Management

Module 6: Basics of Medical Science II

Anatomy II, Physiology II

Module 7: Orthobionics II

Biomechanics I, Biomechanics Lab I, Orthotics II, Practical Application Orthotics II, Prosthetics I, Practical Application, Prosthetics I

Module 8: Basics of Natural and Engineering Sciences

Mathematics II, Chemistry, Technical Mechanics

Module 9: Primary Business Activities

Production, Marketing, Sales

Module 10: Soft Skills and Language I

English Ib, Presentation Techniques/Visualisation/Rhetorics

Module 11: Basics of Medical Science III

Pathology I, Pathology II, Diagnostics

Modul 12: Orthobionik III

Biomechanics II, Biomechanics Lab II, Orthotics III, Practical Application Orthotics III, Prosthetics II, Practical Application Prosthetics II

Module 13: Basics of Measurement Technology

Measurement Technology, Technical Drawing

Module 14: Interdisciplinary Business Activities

Financing/Investments, Organisation/Personnel, Logistic Processes

Module 15: Soft Skills and Language II

English IIa, Project Management

Module 16: Orthobionics IV

Biomechanics III, Biomechanics Lab III, Orthotics IV, Practical Application Orthotics IV, Prosthetics III, Practical Application Prosthetics III

Module 17: Controlling

Controlling, Cost-Accounting System, Statistics

Module 18: Work Methods I

Medical Product Laws, Quality Management, Information Technology

Module 19: Soft Skills and Language II

English IIb, Business Simulation Games

Module 20: Orthobionics V

Biomechanics IV, Biomechanics Lab IV, Orthotics V, Practical Application Orthotics IV, Prosthetics III, Practical Application Prosthetics III

Module 21: Work Methods II

Measurement Technology of Technical Orthopaedics, Objectivi-cation and Analysis of Neurology and Orthotics

Module 22: Entrepreneurship

Basics of Entrepreneurship, Basics of Innovation Management

Module 23: Soft Skills and Language III

English III a, Psychology I

Module 24: Orthobionics VI

Biomechanics V (elective), Biomechanics Lab V, Objectification and Analysis of Prosthetic Treatment, Orthotics VI, Practical Application Orthotics VI, Prosthetics V, Practical Application Prosthetics V

Module 25: Public Health Service

Public Health Service, Medical Law, Operations Management, Internship I (6 weeks)

Module 26: Soft Skills and Language III

English III b, Psychology II

Module 27: Work Methods III

Rehabilitation Supplies, CAD and CAM Systems in Technical Orthopaedics, Service Fabrication

Module 28: Neuroprosthetics

Neuroprosthetics I, Neuroprosthetics II

Module 29: Practical Application I

Wheelchair Lab, Internship II (8 weeks), Patient Management

Module 30: Practical Application II, Lab

Lab: Practical Test on Prosthetics, Practical Test on Orthotics

Module 31: Bachelor Thesis and Oral Defence

Bachelor Thesis, Oral Defence

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An interdisciplinary content of the study programme is important in order to the meet future job profile requirements for orthobionics specialists. For this reason the curriculum has been compiled in close cooperation with Otto Bock, the world market leader in orthopaedic technology, with the University Medical Centre Göttingen, the Federal Academy of Orthopaedic Technology and the German Association for Orthopaedic Technology. Courses with a thematic focus on orthobionics take up 65 percent of the allocated ECTS credits. These include Orthopaedics, Prosthetics, Biomechanics and the Bachelor thesis.

Within the framework of a comprehensive approach to the study pro- gramme, Practical Application plays a important role and takes up over a quarter of the allocated ECTS credits. Practical Application covers the areas of mobility aid for extremities such as orthoses, prostheses, walking aids and wheel chairs, as well as support for the spine and pelvic area. The objective is to give graduates a direct connection to the necessary tools of the trade as well as to the material and technology. The engineering science courses, which encompass mathematics, chemistry, material sciences, measurement technology, technical mechanics, statistics and technical drawing, cover a broad spectrum and make up about ten percent of the credits.

Understanding the needs of a patient requires not only well-founded knowledge of medicine but also of psychology. The Bachelor Orthobio-nics Study Programme cannot and should not replace medical studies but with courses such as anatomy, physiology and pathology it conveys the necessary study content in a comprehensive manner, whereby the focus is on the clinical picture of upper and lower extremities. Furthermore, with the basics in psychology, a foundation is laid for the transition to very important patient management that takes into consideration the emotional state of the patients and their dependents.

The business administration knowledge imparted on the Bachelor's degree in Orthobionics will empower students to apply commercial knowledge in management positions. The courses also prepare students for the eventuality of self-employment or starting up a company. While courses of business English as well as medical and technical English prepare students for work in an international branch, soft skills classes in rhetoric, presentation techniques and customer empathy round off the students' profile.

OrthobionicsBachelor of Science (B.Sc.) 240 ECTS

Study Programme in Short

Degree Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

ECTS 240

Duration 8 semesters

Start Mid-September

Prerequisites University entrance qualifi-cation in accordance with the Higher Edu-cation Act of Lower Saxony or orthopaedic technical qualification in accordance with the Vocational Training Act (Berufsbildungsge-setz - BBiG) with three years' related work experience (maximum recognition of credits: 90 ECTS)

Application process Written application, personal interview

Application deadline 31 August

Study location Göttingen

Tuition fees 700 euros/month. This study programme is eligible for BAföG funding

Enrolment fee 420 euros

Administration fee 520 euros (waived for EU citizens)

Examination fee 1,000 euros

Send application to PFH Private Hoch schule Göttingen Weender Landstraße 3-7, 37073 Göttingen

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Career Prospects for Orthobionics GraduatesSuccessfully completed studies open up professional fields of employment related to fitting patients with orthopaedic assis-tive devices, work in research and development as well as product and project management. In business administration, the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) will also enable graduates to hold a lower to mid-tier management position in the orthopaedic technology industry.

Further Qualification for Orthobionics Specialists and Other ProfessionalsPFH also offers the two master’s study programmes Medical Orthobionics and Sports/Rehab Engineering, with which ortho-bionics graduates can continue their academic career. These programmes are also open to graduates in the areas of medicine, medical technology, engineering, sport and natural sciences as well as holders of bachelor degrees in technical orthopaedics who would like to gain further qualification in the exciting fields of orthopaedic technology and sports and rehab technology.

Employment Perspectives and Master’s programmes

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Study Programme Master

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01Module 1: Business Administration I

Strategic Management, Management Accounting, Business Simulation Game

Module 2: Orthopaedic Technology – Relevant Medical Basics and Pathologies

Anatomy, Physiology, Amputation Techniques

Module 3: Biomechanics

Biomechanics, Lab Biomechanics

Module 4: Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitting and Acceptance Criteria

Orthotics Fitting, Prosthetics Fitting, Acceptance Criteria

Module 5: Engineering Sciences

Material Sciences, Model Creation and Simulation, Adaptive Composite Material Structures

Module 6: REP Issues and Patient Management

Legal and Ethical Aspects, Psychosocial Issues, Patient Management

Medical Orthobionics | Master of Science | 2 Semesters

02Module 7: Business Administration II

Entrepreneurship, Innovation Management, Supply Chain Management, Customer Relationship Management

Module 8: Application of Engineering Sciences

Quality Management, Measurement and Sensor Technology, Sports/Rehab Technology and Mass Customisation

Module 9: Master’s Thesis and Oral Defence

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The consecutive master’s programme in Medical Orthobionics is aimed at orthobionics graduates, senior orthopaedic technicians (Meister) with a degree and medical graduates. While students are expected to have in-depth orthopaedic knowledge, the programme covers scientific and practice-oriented aspects of orthobionics as well as ethics, engineering and business adminstration. With biomechanics as the scientific basis for patient care, the programme further deepens the students’ knowledge of biomechanics and trains them on how to apply to this newly acquired knowledge scientifically through practice-oriented laboratory experiments and analyses. On the other hand, the medical subjects cover the functional anatomy, special pathologies of the locomotor system and amputation techniques. Participation in consultation hours with focus on orthopaedic technology, discussions on real patient cases, and the shadowing of surgeons during operations are thereby fixed compenents of the programme. Furthermore, a focal point in the first semester is scientific orthobionics with the project-based management of clinical studies. In the process, students learn how to comply with ethical framework conditions and patient management rules.

The engineering science subjects give an insight into research and development of materials used in orthopaedic technology, simulation and control engineering as well as applied signal analysis. Graduates will thus be able to work at the scientific interface between orthopaedic technology, medicine and patient care. The business administration subjects teach graduates to analyse basic management issues and to develop appropriate courses of action. The classes on Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management help pave the way to self-employment and teach graduates to deal with administrative duties in their own practice.

Medical Orthobionics Master of Science (M.Sc.) 60 ECTS

Study Programme in Short

Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)

ECTS 60

Duration 2 semesters

Start 1 October

Prerequisites Bachelor degree in orthobio-nics, bachelor degree in orthopaedic tech-nology or at least second state examination in medicine

Application process written application, personal interview

Study location Göttingen

Tuition fees 990 euros per month

Enrolment fee 420 euros

Administration fee 520 euros (waived for EU citizens)

Examination fee 1,000 euros

Application PFH Private Hoch schule Göttingen Weender Landstraße 3-7, 37073 Göttingen

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The study programme is aimed at sports scientists, sports therapists, medical technicians, engineers, natural scientists, former professional athletes as well as orthopaedic technicians with a university degree. The part-time programme can be completed in three semesters and consists of 60 ECTS. Applicants with a bachelor's degree of 180 ECTS credits may obtain the missing credits parallel to the master's programme. In contrast to Medical Orthobionics with its dominating medical and orthopaedic components, this extra-occupational Sports/Rehab Engineering Master's study programme focuses more on engineering. The aim of this Master's degree is to advance interdisciplinary research and development in the sports goods and equipment sector as well as rehabilitation technology.

The Master's degree in Sports/Rehab Engineering opens up job oppor-tunities in the following areas: sports goods and textile industry, consul-tancy including media consultancy, product safety and standardisation, specialist sports retail, sports equipment technology, Olympic centres, training and rehabilitation centres, medical technology and prosthesis manufacturers, and cognate research.

The programme approaches the study area from three angles: orthobio-nics, business sciences and engineering sciences. Well-founded material sciences knowledge, technical expertise and good understanding of human motility patterns help to develop ideas for practical athlete care and to implement them successfully in an interdisciplinary team. Gra-duates thus acquire an understanding of the latest developments in the field from an application and a technical perspective and thanks to the business administration courses students learn about business start-ups and how to carry out business assessments in their profession. Some of the engineering courses take place at PFH Hansecampus Stade in the so-called CFK Valley - one of Europe’s largest competency clusters for CFRP (carbon-fibre reinforced polymers).

Sports/Rehab EngineeringMaster of Science (M.Sc.)60 ECTS

Study Programme in Short

Degree Master of Science (M.Sc.)

ECTS 60

Duration 3 semesters

Organisation of Studies Three block weeks per semester, in addition 12-14 weekends during the first two semesters

Start 1 October

Prerequisites First job-qualifying degree with at least 240 ECTS credits or an equiva-lent degree in medicine, engineering scien-ces, natural sciences or closely related study programmes. In the case of a degree with 180 ECTS credits, the missing 60 credits may be obtained parallel to the study programme

Application process written application, personal interview

Study location Göttingen, Stade

Tuition fees 990 euros per month

Enrolment fee 420 euros

Administration fee 520 euros (waived for EU citizens)

Examination fee 1,000 euros

Application PFH Private Hoch schule Göttingen Weender Landstraße 3-7, 37073 Göttingen

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0103Module 9: Master’s Thesis and Oral Defence

Module 1: Business Administration I

Entrepreneurship, Management Accounting, Business Simulation Games

Module 2: Material Sciences

Computation Methods for Structural Mechanics, Design of Com-posite Material Structures, Non-Destructive Testing Method for Composite Material Structures

Module 3: Biomechanics

Biomechanics, Biomechanics Lab

Module 4: Engineering Sciences

Material Sciences, Measurement and Sensor Technology, Adaptive Systems and Composite Materials

Sports/Rehab Engineering | Master of Science | 3 Semesters

02Module 5: Business Administration II

Strategic Management, Innovation Management, Supply Chain and Customer Relation Management

Module 6: Applications of Engineering Sciences

Quality Management, Model Construction and Simulation, Sports/Rehab Technology and Mass Customisation

Module 7: Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitting and Acceptance Criteria

Orthotic Fitting, Prosthetic Fitting, Acceptance Criteria

Module 8: Design and Information Technology

Design Basics, Database and Network Technologies, Software Engineering

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Partnerships with Industry, Crafts and Science

An intensive network within the orthopaedic technology industry is an important success factor for the orthobionics bachelor course. In this respect, the advisory board for the healthcare technology study programme which was founded by PFH in 2014 gives advice to university leaders in the future development of the study programmes and in doing so, gives impulse to the direction and content of research and teaching in the represented fields.

At the same time, PFH has built up a network of cooperating orthopaedic technology companies, so-called "practice partners". This network provides opportunities for earlier contact between students and companies as potential employers, consolidates practice-orientated training and supports an intensive exchange in research and practice. You can find a list of current practice partners at www.pfh.de.

In addition, several dedicated companies in the industry, so-called "industry partners", make significant contributions so that students are trained based on the latest technology and get intensive insights into future career paths. Our industry partners provide orthopaedic components for teaching, conduct workshops, offer internships and organise regular excursions. The current industry partners are listed on the following page.

»The realisation of the orthobionics study programme fills the gap between the globally recognised traditional craft of orthopaedic technology and the future of patient care with its comprehensive technological possibilities. I predict that graduates of this programme will have excellent career opportunities in all branches of orthopaedic technology around the globe.« Prof. Hans Georg Näder, CEO of Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH and initiator of the study programme.

The Advisory Board for the PFH Study Programmes Healthcare Technology (from left to right): Dr. Michael Hasenpusch, Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH, Prof. Dr. Bernhard Greitemann, Vereinigung Technische Orthopädie, Prof. Dr. Cornelius Frömmel, Georg-August-Universität Göttingen, Prof. Dr. Frank Albe, PFH Private University of Applied Sciences Göttingen, Prof. Hans Georg Näder, Otto Bock HealthCare GmbH, Dan Blocka, ISPO International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics, Klaus-Jürgen Lotz, Bundesinnungsverband für Orthopädietechnik.

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Bauerfeind AGFounded in 1929 in Zeulenroda-Triebes, Bauerfeind AG today employs over 2,000 people and produces medical tools, such as bandages, orthoses, medical compression socks and orthopaedic insoles. Manufacturing takes place in Remscheid, North Rhine Westphalia and the head office is in Zeulenroda-Triebes,Thuringia. Bauerfeind is represented by 20 subsidiaries and numerous distributors around the globe.

Össur Deutschland GmbHÖssur Deutschland GmbH, headquartered in Frechen, is the German subsidiary of the Iceland-based company. Össur develops high-quality prosthetes and orthoses and stands for a life without limitations; from amputation through to prosthetic care, this approach is the focus of the corporate philosophy. Össur is represented in 18 countries and employs more than 2,300 people.

Otto Bock HealthCare GmbHThe world market leader in orthopaedic technology, located in Duderstadt, in southern Lower Saxony, was founded in 1919. The company offers its customers a wide range of products and extensive services in the four divisions prosthetics, orthotics, mobility solutions and medical care. Ottobock has a global network of sales and service companies in 50 countries with over 6,000 employees.

Streifeneder KGWith eight medical supply stores, technically highly developed orthopaedic workshops and a branch for rehabilitation technology, wheelchairs and special structures in the Munich area and in southern Bavaria, F. G. Streifeneder KG, headquartered in Emme-ring, is one of the largest suppliers and specialist retailers of healthcare products in the region. Qualified staff have been individually and competently looking after customers for over 85 years.

Touch BionicsTouch Bionics is a globally leading company for prosthetics technology, offering people with missing upper extremities a higher quality of life. It was the first company that deve-loped an electronic hand prosthesis with five individually powered fingers and carries on to be pioneer in the field of prosthetic solutions for upper extremities. Founded by inventor David Gow, the company is a subsidiary of the British National Health Service and has been operating a sales and support centre in Germany, located in Heidelberg, since 2013.

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Dr. Nadine HugillProgramme Management

Prof. Dr. Frank AlbePresident

Contact Persons

University Management

Orthobionics Team

Prof. Dr. Siegmar BlumentrittBiomechanics

Prof. Dr. med. Frank BraatzMedical Orthobionics

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Heinrich FehrenAdaptronik Adaptronics

Dipl.-Kfm. Gudrun RöhlingProject Management and Business Contacts

Prof. Dr. Bernhard H. VollmarGeneral Business Administration, Entrepreneurship and Finance

Peter FriedrichOrthopaedic and Rehab Technology

Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Markus Hildebrandt Orthopaedic and Rehab Technology

Lutz JenckelOrthopaedic and Rehab Technology

Sarah ErnstStudent Services

International Student ServicesTel. +49 (0)551 54700-453, [email protected]

Prof. Dr. Joachim AhrensVice-President

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Richard DegenhardtStability of Fibre-reinforced Com-posites

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Marc SiebertFibre-reinforced Composite Technology

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PFH Private Hochschule Göttingen

Weender Landstraße 3-737073 Göttingen

Tel. +49 [0]551 54700-100 Fax +49 [0]551 54700-190

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ChairPresident: Prof. Dr. Frank AlbeVice-Presidents: Prof. Dr. Joachim Ahrens, Prof. Dr. Antje-Britta Mörstedt, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wilm F. Unckenbold

Holding CompanyGesellschaft für praxisbezogene Forschung und wissenschaftliche Lehre gGmbHManaging Directors: Dipl.-Hdl. Werner Rose, Prof. Dr. Bernt R. A. SierkeChairman of the Supervisory Board: Dipl.-Kfm. Dipl.-Hdl. Martin LöwerVice-Chairman of the Supervisory Board: Dipl.-Kfm. Karin Dietz

Board of Trustees Airbus Operations GmbH | Bahlsen GmbH & Co. KG | Baker Tilly Roelfs Unternehmensberatung GmbH | CFK Valley e. V. | Continental AG | Gothaer Versicherungen | Johnson Controls Power Solutions Europe | Novelis Deutschland GmbH | Otto Bock Health-Care GmbH | PricewaterhouseCoopers | SAP AG | T-Systems Business Services GmbH | TUI AG