In its development and historical development, Pforzheim University is closely linked to the development of the economic region, one of the leading in Europe. Initially characterized by the need for specialists in the branch-specific area of jewelry, it has developed over the last 130 years into a major university, whose broad range of studies offers uniqueness in Germany.The unique variety of specializations on the basis of a fundamentally basic education is excellent preparation for professional and management tasks for the students. The range of attractive courses offered by the faculty for the design of jewelry and objects of everyday life, accessory design, intermediate design, visual communication, industrial design, as well as fashion and transportation design. Electrical Engineering/Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering/Product Development, Mechanical Engineering/Production Engineering and Management, Industrial Engineering/General Management, International Engineering, Global Process Management, Mechatronics, Medical Engineering, and Technical Informatics.