German word

Hochschule

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhoːxˌʃuːlə/

Meaning

  • feminine noununiversity

Example

Ich studiere an der Hochschule.

I study at the university.

Illustration for Hochschule (university)

More examples

Er besucht regelmäßig Vorlesungen an einer Hochschule.

He regularly attends lectures at a university.

Core concept

A shared roof over institutions offering advanced study, from research-led programs to applied courses.

Common phrases

  • an einer Hochschule Vorlesungen besuchen

    attend lectures at a university

  • an der Hochschule arbeiten

    work at a university

  • die Hochschule besuchen

    attend university

Similar words

Universität: A research-focused higher education institution that often awards doctoral degrees.
Uni: An informal spoken term for a university.
Fachhochschule: A higher education institution emphasizing practical and career-oriented study.
FH: An abbreviation for a practice-oriented higher education institution.

Definition in German

Oberbegriff für Institutionen der höheren Bildung (z. B. Universität, Fachhochschule), unter dem verschiedene Studienformen zusammengefasst werden.

Word origin

The noun combines hoch, 'high' or 'higher', with Schule, 'school', and its compound meaning points to education beyond ordinary schooling.

Usage tips

  • Hochschule is broader than English university because it can include a Fachhochschule, while Universität names the traditional university type.

Other meanings

  • university of applied sciencesnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • Hochschulzulassunguniversity admissionnoun
  • Hochschulprofessoruniversity professornoun

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