Solutions for the World of Tomorrow
Your future at Hochschule Geisenheim University: Welcome to our Study Info Day
Choosing what to study is one of the most important decisions you'll make in your life. Our Study Info Day is here to help you find a subject that suits you. During the event, you'll…
… be introduced to the different degree programs by our experts, who are happy to answer any questions you may have.
… have the chance to discuss the content of the courses, the university's facilities, and thesis supervision directly with our lecturers.
… be able to explore our laboratories, lecturehalls, greenhouses, and researchareas on one of our exclusive campustours.
… experience a taster lecture and see what it's like to sit in a lecture hall.
… learn what it really means to study in Geisenheim – and where you can find the best coffee – from our current students.
… have the opportunity to talk to Geisenheim graduates, learn about the jobs they found after university, and get useful tips on starting your own career.
… be able to chat to our Student Advisory Service and get personalized advice for picking the right program for you.
We're excited to see you there!
Registration for individuals isn't necessary – just drop by!
Our Address:
Hochschule Geisenheim University
Von-Lade-Straße 1
65366 Geisenheim
Traveling by Rail
Geisenheim is a stop on the RheingauLinie (RB10), a service offered by Vias that runs between Wiesbaden and Koblenz/Neuwied. It then takes around ten minutes to walk from the train station to the university.
Traveling by Car
Take the A66 on the right bank of the Rhine via Wiesbaden and Frankfurt in the direction of Wiesbaden/Rüdesheim. Shortly after Wiesbaden, the A66 becomes the B42; the road goes along the Rhine in the direction of Koblenz and leads directly to Geisenheim. Follow the signs to Hochschule Geisenheim University on the B42 (exit West).
At the traffic circle, take the first exit onto Rüdesheimer Straße and turn right to Villa Monrepos (Rüdesheimer Str. 5).
There you'll find signposted parking spaces (P1 and P2) for the Student Info Day. The walk to the campus takes around five minutes.
Program
Last updated: April 9, 2025 (Program subject to change; updates will be made as soon as possible)
Prospective students can learn about campus life, additional qualifications, and studying or working abroad through a selection of interdisciplinary talks and by visiting information stands in the Lecture Hall Building. Information on various opportunities for students will be available, including stays abroad, completing a cooperative work-study program or an international degree, learning a foreign language, and much more.
From 12 to 6 pm, information on the following subjects will be available in the foyer of the Lecture Hall Building:
- General student advisory service / student advice on cooperative work-study programs
- Student advisory services for the individual degree programs
- ArbeiterKind.de
- AStA Geisenheim (general student committee)
- Career Service
- Green Office (sustainability at Hochschule Geisenheim University)
- University Sports
- International Office
- Language Center
- Advice on scholarships
- Admissions Office (with the opportunity to register for the winter semester)
- G.V. Rhenania (an association for building connections between residents and students in Geisenheim)
- Student Parliament
- VEG - Geisenheim Alumni Association e.V.
Introduction to the Degree Programs
In these sessions, our lecturers will present the individual degree programs. You'll find out about the content, structure, and requirements of each subject, as well as information about possible future career paths.
TIP: You can also visit the 'Everyday Life at University and the Workplace' event for your chosen degree program.
| Time | Degree Program | Speaker | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30 pm | Horticulture | Eike Kaim | HS 55 |
| 1:30 pm | Beverage Technology | Professor Bianca May | LOG, HS 21 |
| 1:30 pm | International Wine Business (German Program) | Professor Jon Hanf | HS 52 |
| 1:30 pm | Landscape Architecture | Professor Andreas Thon | HS 51 |
| 1:30 pm | Food Safety | Professor Simone Loos-Theisen | PLMS, HS92 |
| 1:30 pm | Food Chain Logisitics | Professor Andreas Holzapfel | LOG, HS 20 |
| 1:30 pm | Viticulture and Enology | Professor Manfred Stoll | HS 53 |
| Repeat sessions | |||
| 3:30 pm | Beverage Technology | Professor Bianca May | LOG, HS 21 |
| 3:30 pm | Landscape Architecture | Professor Andreas Thon | HS 51 |
| 4:30 pm | Food Safety | Professor Simone Loos-Theisen | PLMS, HS 92 |
| 5:00 pm | Food Chain Logisitics | Professor Andreas Holzapfel | LOG, HS 20 |
Everyday Life at University and the Workplace
Curious to know what studying is really like? Our ‘Everyday Life at University and the Workplace’ sessions offer you the chance to hear first-hand accounts: Geisenheim students at different points in their studies are ready to help answer your questions on the contents of the degree programs, life on campus, exams, or anything else you want to know. A number of graduates will also be there to report on their experience transitioning to the world of work after studying at Geisenheim.
| Time | Degree Program | Speaker | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 pm | Horticulture | N.N. | HS 55 |
| 2:00 pm | Beverage Technology | Professor Bianca May | LOG, HS 21 |
| 2:00 pm | International Wine Business (German Program) | N.N. | HS 52 |
| 2:00 pm | Landscape Architecture | Professor Andreas Thon | HS 51 |
| 2:00 pm | Food Safety | Students / Graduates | PLMS, HS 92 |
| 2:00 pm | Food Chain Management | Professor Andreas Holzapfel | LOG, HS 20 |
| 2:00 pm | Viticulture and Enology | Mathias Scheidweiler / Students / Graduates | HS 53 |
| 3:30 pm | Viticulture and Enology | Mathias Scheidweiler / Students / Graduates | HS 53 |
| 4:30 pm | Food Safety | Professor Simone Loos-Theisen / Students | PLMS, HS 92 |
Taster Lectures
The taster lectures are there to offer you an example of the types of topics you'll encounter during your studies. An overview of which sessions are open for you to visit is available in the table below – enjoy getting a taste of the student life!
Please note: The planned lectures will be in German.
| Time | Degree Program | Lecture Title | Lecturer | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:30 pm | Food Safety | Food Products – Are They Really What They Say on the Tin? | Dr. Teresa Schinabeck | PLMS, HS92 |
| 2:30 pm | Viticulture and Enology | Viticulture in Flux: Between Wine Stocks and Robots | Professor Manfred Stoll | HS 53 |
| 2:45 pm | Horticulture | Insights into Plant Nutrition | Dr. Bastian Franzisky | HS 55 |
| 2:45 pm | Beverage Technology | The Art of Mashing: Biochemistry and Enjoying Beer | N.N. | LOG, HS 21 |
| 2:45 pm | International Wine Business (German Program) | New World of Marketing Strategies | N.N. | HS 52 |
| 2:45 pm | Landscape Architecture | Current Opportunities and Challenges in the Career of a Landscape Architect | Professor Thomas Muschkullus, Prof. Dr. Constanze Petrow, David Schafmeister, B.Eng | HS 51 |
| 2:45 pm | Food Chain Logistics | Live Demonstration: Sustainable Packaging | Peter Gleicher and Marius Martin | LOG, HS 20 |
| 3:00 pm | Viticulture and Enology | Enology in Flux?! – Current and Future Challenges in the Production of Wine and Sekt | Dr. Matthias Schmitt | HS 53 |
| 3:30 pm | Horticulture | Biological Control of Aphids in Greenhouses | Professor Annette Reineke | HS 55 |
| 4:00 pm | International Wine Business (German Program) | Conversation on the Zukunftssymposium | Various | Foyer HÖR |
Bachelor's degree done and dusted… and now what?
If you're interested in achieving another qualification at Hochschule Geisenheim University after completing your bachelor's degree, we have a broad range of master's degree programs available. These programs include those offered at the Geisenheim campus, as well as a selection that are offered in cooperation with partner universities both in Germany and abroad.
Hochschule Geisenheim University also has the right to award doctorates, meaning you can pursue your scientific career in Geisenheim all the way to doctoral studies. Visit our Doctoral Studies page to learn more!
The Study Info Day offers you a good opportunity to learn more about studying a master's degree or completing a doctorate: We have an info stand on the first floor of the new Lecture Hall Building and are ready to answer any questions you might have.
Parents are their children's primary point of contact, their advisors, and role models – that's why they play an important role in their children's career and study choices. Still, it can sometimes be difficult for parents to navigate the maze of choices their kids are facing, especially if they've not been to university themselves.
With this talk, we hope to provide parents with guidance and helpful tips on how best to support their child in choosing a degree program. Please note that the talk will be given in German.
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: Lecture Hall 53
Speaker: Daniela Archontas-Fadl (Student Advisory Service)
| Degree Program | Time | Tour Name | Meeting Point | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Safety | 2:15 pm | Tour of the new Food Safety Buildings (with chocolate tasting) and Beverage Technology Center | Foyer of the new Food Safety Building (PLMS) | Various staff |
| Horticulture | 4:00 pm | Tour of horticulture on the campus | In front of the new Lecture Hall Building | Dr. Robert Kunz |
| Beverage Technology | 4:00 pm | Campus tour for Beverage Technology | Stand in the foyer of the Lecture Hall Building | Various staff |
| Landscape Architecture | 4:00 pm | Tour of the teaching and research gardens and the Villa Monrepos | In front of the new Lecture Hall Building | Professors Andreas Thon and Alexander von Birgelen |
| Food Chain Logistics | 4:00 pm | Tour of the new Food Logistics and Sustainability Building | In front of the entrance of the Food Logistics and Sustainability Building | Various staff |
| Viticulture and Enology | 4:00 pm | Tour of the Sekt cellar, dealcoholization plant & Beverage Technology Center | In front of the new Lecture Hall Building | Ruth Lehnart, Michael Wallbraun, Dr. Matthias Schmitt |
| International Wine Business (German Program) | 4:15 pm | Attendance of a sensory analysis course and wine evaluation | At the International Wine Business stand in the foyer of the lecture Hall Building | Professor Rainer Jung |
| Food Safety | 5:00 pm | Tour of the new Food Safety Buildings (with chocolate tasting) and Beverage Technology Center | Foyer of the new Food Safety Building (PLMS) | Various staff |
The CoLAB is a modern collaborative learning and teaching room where students can work creatively, digitally, and in groups. Instead of a traditional classroom setup, this space is designed to foster projects, collaboration, and sharing individual ideas. During the Study Info Day, we'll have a few small interactive projects waiting for you. Come visit the CoLAB and see just how exciting and flexible learning can be!
ESD Spaces – Our Campus as a Place of Learning
3 – 6 pm
in the CoLAB
Hungry for something other than knowledge? You can grab something to drink or eat at one of the following locations on campus during the Study Info Day:
- Our canteen, open from 8 am to 3 pm (food served from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm)
- The legendary outdoor pub ‘Das Alte Weinfass’, open from 2:00 pm with snacks and cool drinks
- Waffle stand, with waffles freshly baked by the student fraternity GV Rhenania
- Coffee stand, with a home-roasted HGU blend
- Ice cream stand, with homemade ice cream from the HGU ice cream club
