Sustainable Engineering Sustainable Engineering

Focusing on socially relevant issues, developing technology for people, and acting sustainably, economically, and responsibly – these are the guiding principles of teaching and research at the Faculty of Sustainable Engineering.

In twelve Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, the Faculty combines classical engineering disciplines – such as product development, energy and plant engineering, production and materials science, and process engineering – with current challenges and trends in business and society. Study opportunities include dual programs, English-language courses, and cooperative programs with other universities in Germany and abroad. With nearly 150 staff in teaching and research and around 2,500 students, the Faculty of Sustainable Engineering provides a strong foundation for sustainable development with future generations in mind.

Sustainable Engineering at Two Campuses

The Faculty of Sustainable Engineering is rooted at two traditional hubs of engineering in Hamburg – Bergedorf and Berliner Tor. Here, scientific research questions are closely linked to practice. Teaching and research are characterized by strong practical orientation, close ties to the metropolitan Hamburg economy, a broad spectrum of research topics, and a high level of application. Faculty-wide, we address issues of sustainable production, energy technology, urban mobility, and digital transformation – including applications of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Our researchers also play a key role in shaping and leading the doctoral programs "Sustainable Technologies" and Systems" and "Computational Engineering and Applied Data Science", as well as contributing to the Competence Center for Renewable Energies and Energy Efficiency (CC4E).

Labs and Institutes

At the heart of our Faculty are numerous laboratories and learning environments where students, lecturers, researchers, and industry partners come together to share knowledge and learn from one another. Here, we develop solutions for pressing challenges and transfer them into practice. The diversity of teaching and research topics fosters a natural degree of interdisciplinarity within the Faculty itself. Our research and transfer centers in digital transformation in mechanical engineering and cybersecurity bring together experts from various fields. A strong application focus guides all teaching, ensuring that our students are well prepared for their professional futures.