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Refresher courses at the Faculty of Life Sciences

Would you like to refresh your knowledge before starting your studies?

From September 16 to 20.2024 the Faculty of Life Sciences is offering face-to-face bridge courses in math, physics and chemistry. Registration deadline is September 12, 2024.

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Congratulations

Almost 80 graduates celebrated last week at the joint Graduation Ceremony of the Faculties of Technology and Bionics and Life Sciences.

More photos and impressions can be found here.

Master's in Food Science visits DANONE NUTRICIA RESEARCH in Utrecht

Students on the Master's degree course in Food Science had the opportunity to gain an exciting insight into the state-of-the-art Danone Research Centre in Utrecht, a location where research is carried out and products developed in the field of early childhood and medical nutrition in particular. Read more.

15 years of Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences: How the Faculty of Life Sciences celebrated its anniversary

Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences has been enriching the higher education landscape in North Rhine-Westphalia with innovative, international and interdisciplinary degree programmes for 15 years. To mark its anniversary, the Faculty of Life Sciences celebrated a large campus festival on 25 May 2024 at the Kleve site, presenting its projects and research results in the Green Event Zone. Read more.

Wissenschaft trifft Praxis - Hühner im Agroforstsystem der Fakultät Life Sciences als Modellprojekt

Studierende der Fakultät Life Sciences setzen auf dem Campus Kleve Hühner in einem Agroforstsystem ein, um eine nachhaltige Landwirtschaft zu fördern. Mit wechselnden Weideflächen und natürlicher Düngung sammeln sie wertvolle Praxiserfahrungen und leisten einen Beitrag zu Klimaschutz und Artenvielfalt. Ein spannendes Modulprojekt, das Wissenschaft und Praxis verbindet. Weiterlesen.

New Educational Bridge


In a move to expand global educational opportunities, Rhine-Waal University's Faculty of Life Sciences has forged a new partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the College of Agriculture, Science, and Education (CASE) in Kingston, Jamaica. This agreement opens doors to enhance educational and practical experiences for students and lays the foundation for future collaboration. Read more.

Focus on sustainability and CSR

Students from the departments of Quality, Environment, Safety and Hygiene as well as Bio Science and Health have carried out a project on sustainability in the field of in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) in cooperation with the medical device company servoprax. The project aimed to analyse the importance of sustainable practices and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for brand image and corporate success. Read more.

Deepen knowledge and experience health awareness - a visit of the leading international trade fair for fitness and health in Cologne

Students on the "Health Sciences and Management" Master's programme at Rhine Waal University of Applied Sciences gained valuable insights into the latest trends and developments in the health industry at the leading international trade fair FIBO in Cologne. Accompanied by leading experts, they experienced innovative specialised lectures and training methods that mark the transition from peak performance to everyday health awareness. Read more.

Try out studying

Would you like to get a taste of what studying at the Faculty of Life Science is like? Then take part in our GET A TASTE OF STUDYING event from 8 to 19 April 2024Infos

Timetable summerterm 2024

The timetable for summer term 2024 is now online (Last update: 30.04.2024)

Study Orientation Weeks at the Faculty of Life Sciences

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Discover Your Future at the 'Study Orientation Weeks'!

The Faculty of Life Sciences warmly invites you to visit our Campus Kleve on January 18, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Here you will have the unique opportunity to engage directly with our professors, staff, and students. They are ready to introduce you to the diversity of our study programs, explain the exact contents, and provide insights into practical applications.

Take this chance to find a study program that perfectly matches you and your career goals. Learn more about the requirements and career perspectives and let our committed faculty inspire you. We look forward to meeting you and jointly shaping your path to the future! Read more

The Faculty of Life Sciences wishes you a Merry Christmas and a joyful New Year 2024!

The year in review: The Faculty of Life Sciences at Agritechnica 2023

In this photo, we can see students and faculty members from Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences

After a break due to coronavirus, the world's largest trade fair for agricultural technology returned with 470,000 visitors and 2,850 exhibitors.

The fair offered students from the Faculty of Life Sciences a platform to find out about their university and agricultural degree programs. At the same time, the fair offered students not only learning opportunities, but also chances to make contacts and gain insights into the latest agricultural trends. Read more

The year in review: Major alumni reunion of the Bio Science and Health and Quality, Environment, Safety and Hygiene (QUSH) degree programs

More than 90 former students came together at the alumni meeting of the Bio Science and Health and Quality, Environment, Safety and Hygiene (QUSH) degree programs at Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences on 12 May, a record for this event. Initiated by an alumnus, the meeting focused on the development of the degree programs and alumni feedback. Professors presented data and developments, and the focus was on networking and exchange between alumni and current students to strengthen the connection to the university. Read more

The year in review: Students of the Master's program in Food Science produce "Rosé wine from the Lower Rhine"

Group picture in the "vineyard": A group of professors and students who are part of the project in the vineyard where the grapes were harvested.

Master's students of  food science produced a rosé wine from grapes from a Dutch vineyard that were donated to them for their research project. Despite the low sugar content, the students succeeded in producing a wine of acceptable quality by trying out different methods and storage conditions. The project emphasizes the practical training and regional connection of the course. Next, the budding food scientists are planning to produce a brandy from the leftover grapes. More

Year in Review: The HSRW Life Sciences Faculty and Charkiv Summer School Collaboration

As we look back at the end of the year, we reflect on the initiatives that have made a difference. In 2023, HSRW and Charkiv Biotechnology School collaborated on a Summer School in Kleve, offering Ukrainian students hands-on learning in Bioengineering amidst the ongoing conflict. The program featured hybrid courses, practical lab work with smart glasses, and cultural exchanges. This initiative, supported by DAAD, provided valuable experiences and showcased innovative approaches to education in challenging times. More

The University Distillery: From microbiologist to brandy sommelier

Das Bild zeigt eine Gruppe von zwölf Personen, die in zwei Reihen angeordnet sind. Die vordere Reihe besteht aus vier Personen, die knien oder sich tief beugen, während die hintere Reihe aus acht stehenden Personen besteht. Jede Person hält stolz eine Urkunde zum Edelbrand-Sommelier in der Hand.  Im Hintergrund ist ein Banner mit dem Logo und dem Namen der Bayerischen Landesanstalt für Weinbau und Gartenbau zu sehen. Die Gruppe wirkt fröhlich und zufrieden, als ob sie gerade eine Auszeichnung oder Anerkennung erhalten hätte.

The Faculty of Life Sciences has been running a professional distillery since 2013, which serves as a teaching centre for the art of distillation and food safety. Dr Marc-Kevin Zinn, integrates his expertise into teaching, with students gaining both theoretical and practical knowledge of distillate production. He recently passed the examination to become a distillery sommelier at the Genussakademie Bayern and the Bayerische Landesanstalt für Weinbau und Gartenbau. More

Walnussschalen als Inhaltsstoffe für Kosmetika: Hochschulprojekt erforscht mit Kalkarer Unternehmen Alternativen zu Mikroplastik

Seit Oktober 2023 ist es EU-weit verboten: Mikroplastik in sämtlichen Kosmetikprodukten und Waschmitteln. Doch welche Alternativen gibt es? Das möchten Forschende an der Hochschule Rhein-Waal (HSRW) zusammen mit dem Familienunternehmen bb med. product GmbH vom unteren Niederrhein herausfinden. Weiterlesen

Insight into innovative waste management: Excursion to AEZ Asdonkshof

During an excursion as part of the "Fundamentals of Environmental Protection" lecture series, students on the "Quality, Environment, Safety and Hygiene" and "Sustainable Agriculture" courses visited the Asdonkshof waste disposal centre near Kamp-Lintfort. There they were given an insight into modern waste management. More

New approaches to soil improvement: Prof Dr Khalid Khan presents innovative research on biochar

The image features two men standing in front of a presentation screen that displays a "Thank You" message with a graphic of a green sprout with three leaves on the right side of the screen. The man on the left, Professor Khan, is holding a book and is dressed in a dark sweater over a collared shirt, smiling as he faces the camera. The man on the right, Professor Wichern, is also smiling at the camera, and he's dressed in a hoodie. The background is a plain wall and part of a flip chart stand can be seen to the right of the image. They are in a seminar room, and the mood is positive.

Prof Dr Khalid Khan, from the PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi, presented innovative research results on biochar during his research stay supported by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. He focussed on the use of biochar to improve soil quality in arid regions.  At the end of his stay, the Faculty of Life Science thanked Prof Khan for his valuable contributions and the impetus he has provided for future research projects. His work bears witness to the close scientific ties that stretch from Pakistan to the Lower Rhine. More

Events

Studium Generale 2024/25

Die Forschungsbrennerei der Hochschule Rhein-Waal: Tradition und Innovation in der Destillationskunst – Eine Reise in die Welt der Brände und Spirituosen
Campus Kleve

Einfluss der US-Wahlen auf die Frauenrechte in den USA

Vortrag der Reihe "Forum Internationale Politik"
Campus Kleve

Wochen der Studienorientierung

ProbierDich-Lounge auf dem Campus Kamp-Lintfort
Campus Kamp-Lintfort

Wochen der Studienorientierung

ProbierDich-Workshop: Talente entdecken - Entscheidungen treffen
Campus Kamp-Lintfort

Studium Generale 2024/25

Pflegekrise am Horizont: Wer kümmert sich morgen um uns – und wie können wir diese Herausforderung in der Region meistern?
Campus Kamp-Lintfort