teaching and research reinforce one another, leading to high scientific and technical standards, both in the lab and in the classroom. The university supports research efforts in connection with both public funding programs and industry projects, with a focus on applied research to solve practical problems. Our industry partnerships mean that we have a strong capacity for knowledge transfer between the academic and business worlds - the WHZ contributes to securing a thriving and innovative business sector in the region while also maintaining a good understanding of current industry needs. In addition to professors and students, more than 150 employees work exclusively on projects supported with third-party funding and generate several million Euros annually in nearly 50 unique fields. This group of projects guarantees the continuation and expansion of modern research efforts with a focus on effective, practical results. It also means that we have exceptionally well-equipped laboratories and testing fields available to us. With numerous newly founded institutions, the University of Applied Sciences Zwickau has established a modern, flexible structure for providing research services. Research and Transfer Center Objectives Ecological Energy and Drive Systems Traffic and Environment Development, Processing, Testing of New Materials Efficient Manufacturing Processes in Vehicle and Machine building Regional Promotion of Economic-Management and Export Promotion of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Student life Outside of classes, the university also offers a number of extracurricular activities, including a student choir and a range of casual sport programs. Since 2006, one of the most significant student groups at the WHZ has been the Formula Student Team. The student team constructs a single seat, technically sophisticated race car and competes against other teams around the world at racing events. The competition also includes the business aspects of automotive manufacturing such as marketing and business planning. In 2008, the WHZ has been officially recognized as a “family friendly university.” It offers day-care and kindergarten places for the children of students, a mini children's library, a children's sports group and free meal cards in the cafeteria for children under 6. The university's students’ union operates three student clubs, which host events throughout the school year. Ranking & Presence In 2016, WHZ was ranked No. 1 school for studying Automotive Engineering. The automotive Engineering program in this institution allows students to specialize in different phases of the course. These choices are car body engineering, internal combustion engines or automotive service. MastersPortal reviewed the