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TOFI: Take-Off4Internationalisation

With the DAAD-funded project TOFI "Take-Off4Internationalisation", the H-BRS explores the potential expansion of its cooperation with hand-picked partner universities. If found suitable, they are developed into overarching strategic partnerships. By doing so, the H-BRS intents to expand its internationalization concept: its broader network increases H-BRS' international competitiveness and the opportunities for collaborationr become more diverse, so that exchanges take place not only in the context of education but also in research fields or regarding topics related to the university structure

TOFI closing conference: Strategic partnerships sealed with universities in Ghana and Jordanip with universities in Ghana and Jordan

Statements from H-BRS

As part of the DAAD-funded TOFI project, Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences (H-BRS) has strengthened and expanded its international profile. The strategic partnership with the German Jordanian University in Jordan and the University of Cape Coast in Ghana was sealed at the final conference.

Press release

International Office News

Statement from GJU

The German Jordanian University (GJU) also announced the new strategic partnership with H-BRS in a statement following the TOFI Closing Conferende. The full statement from the GJU can be found on their website.

Statement GJU

TOFI - Closing Conference for Strategic Partnerships

13 - 15 November 2024 | Sankt Augustin & Siegburg | Event language: English

During the three-day final conference, the achievements of the TOFI project will be showcased, discussions and exchange on strategic partnerships will take place, and the strategic partnerships with GJU and UCC will be formally celebrated.

TOFI - Closing Conference for Strategic Partnerships

Exchanges is what TOFI is all about

Professor Reiner Finkeldey, der Vizepräsident der German Jordanian University (GJU) besucht die Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg im Voraus der Delegationsreise nach Jordanien

Delegation IFM Tansania 21112023 Foto Martin Schulz

V.l.n.r. Dr. Rainer Herpers, Dr. Ammar Gharaibeh (GJU), Dr. Dhiah Abou-Tair (GJU), Dr. Luigi Lo Iacono und Dr. Ken Kent (UNB) Bild: Nadine Kutz

TOFI Stipendiatinnen aus Brasilien und Jordanien

left to right: Prof. Dr. Rosemond Boohene (Pro Vice-Chancellor, UCC), Prof. Dr. Marion Halfman (President, H-BRS) and Prof. Dr. Reiner Finkeldey (Vice President for International Affairs, GJU)

Which goals does TOFI pursue?

Participating High Education Institutions

TOFI cooperation partners:

Jordan - German Jordanian University (GJU)
Ghana - University of Cape Coast (UCC)
Netherlands - University of Applied Sciences in Arnhem and Nijmegen (HAN)
Brazil - Federal University of Technology Parana (UTFPR)
Tanzania - Institute of Finance and Management (IFM)
Norway - Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)

You can find more information about our cooperation partners on our interactive world map:

Cooperation partners - Interactive world map

Institute of Finance Management

HAN University of Applied Sciences

Norwegian University of Science and Technology

German Jordanian University

University of Cape Coast

Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná

Lighthouse projects

1. Codeshare Teaching and Learning

2. Innovation in Teaching and Transfer

3. Innovative Development Chain Lab

4. Joint Degree "BSc Biomedical Engineering"

5. Double Degree "BSc Biology"

6. E-Learning platform and research projects regarding integrative social security systems

Testimonials

Prof. Dr. Irene Rothe on her delegation trip to Jordan which is a part of the TOFI project

"It was an extremely interesting and intense journey. The quality criteria are high and an exchange with our university would be a good fit. I could well imagine going to the German University in Amman and carrying out agile projects, taking part teaching courses and learning new methods used there, as well as establishing an online collaboration."

Prof. Dr. Irene Rothe - Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science in the Department of Engineering and Communication

Prof. Dr. Robert Grüter on his delegation trip to Jordan which is a part of the TOFI project

"The universities there that we visited are really renowned. They have great scholars, great teachers, and the students from H-BRS who would go there would learn a lot. It would be academically really great for them. But you also have to consider the country itself. It’s really beautiful, it’s really diverse – nature wise and also culture wise. The history and everything, is really an experience."

TOFI Podcast episode with Prof. Dr. Robert Grüter

Prof. Dr. Robert Grüter - Professor for Logistics and Supply Chain Management in the Department of Management Sciences

Prof. Dr. Sonja Christ-Brendemühl on her delegation trip to Ghana which is a part of the TOFI project

"The delegation trip to Ghana allowed me to immerse myself in a different culture, meet local university educators, and learn more about the education system in Ghana. Anyone who has the opportunity to participate in a delegation trip should definitely take advantage of it! It provides new inspiration for teaching and research, helps build an international network, and, not least, enhances interdisciplinary exchange within H-BRS through the shared journey." (translated from German version)

Prof. Dr. Sonja Christ-Brendemühl und Vizepräsidentin Rosemond Boohene an der UCC

Prof. Dr. Sonja Christ-Brendemühl - Professor for Economics and Communication in the Department of Engineering and Communication

TOFI scholarship holder Afnan Hatim Altarawneh about her time at H-BRS

Since arriving from Jordan in September, the H-BRS experience has been pure magic. Connecting with amazing people from nine different countries has brought immense joy. The heartening sense of camaraderie here fuels each day with excitement for new adventures—exploring the unknown and building lasting friendships. H-BRS has become more than a place of learning; it's a home where friendships transcend borders. Grateful for this journey and excited for the memories ahead.