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A good start from the very beginning.

Welcome Service

The first step is always the hardest? Maybe that's not true at all.

The Welcome Service at Hof University provides support to all professors during the academic search process and at the beginning of their new profession. This allows for more time and capacity to focus solely on the most important task: teaching.
Are you new to the region?
Hof is situated in a stunning landscape between the mountain ranges of Frankenwald and Fichtelgebirge. The region boasts beautiful natural scenery and excellent recreational opportunities. In addition, there is a diverse range of cultural activities available, including the Hof Symphony Orchestra, Theater Hof, numerous music festivals, and various other events.
The standard of living is high, real estate prices are low, and childcare places are readily available compared to other regions. Thanks to the high industrial density and good transport links, your partner will have excellent professional opportunities here as well.

Most Important Answers

The Welcome Service is available to answer any questions you may have regarding the city and region of Hof, as well as the other campus of Hof University.

You can also gain an initial impression by visiting the following links:

A successful start to your professorship involves more than just beginning to teach at Hof University. We are pleased to assist you in finding suitable accommodation, childcare, medical care, and other necessities.

Real estate prices in Hof and the surrounding area are still reasonable, and there are many options available, depending on your individual needs. In addition to the usual real estate search engines, the city of Hof also provides information on the topic of 'Wohnen & Bauen'.

Childcare places are in high demand in our region. However, compared to other university cities, the quality and quantity of these services are quite good. A list of all relevant childcare services is available at the Welcome Service.

Hof University values the compatibility of career and family. Our strong connections with business enterprises provide attractive career opportunities for both you and your partner in the region.

As a new professor, you may have several questions, such as where to find information, who to contact, how to apply for a business trip, and how the university operates.

Once you become a member of our university, you will have access to our comprehensive Onboarding Portal, which provides answers to all your questions. But of course, all relevant contact persons will be available to provide advice and support.

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