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Documentary Photography

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"A huge playground"

The first semester students experience the start as open, diverse and inspiring.

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World Press Photo 2025.

Two current and two former students of the Visual Journalism and Documentary Photography programme have been awarded.

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Panel talk with Prof. Lars Bauernschmitt at Pictaday 2025.

AI in the everyday life of picture agencies and editorial offices of newspapers and magazines - 3 April, 17:30 in Hamburg.

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Julius Schien honoured as FUTURES Talent 2025

With his long-term project "Rechtes Land", the documentary photographer exposes hidden aspects of right-wing violence – and is honoured with a prestigious award.

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International Class 2025 launched.

In the ninth international class, students learn from renowned experts such as Mustafah Abdulaziz and Cale Garrido.

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Data journalism as a future skill.

Prof. Dr Jakob Vicari joins the programme as an expert specialising in data-driven journalism and digital media forensics.

The path to a new degree.

During the induction week, the 43 first-semester students have the opportunity to get to know Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Arts better.

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Pitching in 90 seconds: Five tips for a successful portfolio presentation.

Fara Phoebe Zetzsche (FAZ) and Stefanie Preuin (SZ) visited our campus in Hannover.

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Making student exchange lively.

The international photography class is taking place for the eighth time. Among the teachers: Magnum photographer Bieke Depoorter.

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"There is no better time to start studying at HsH."

Why the freshmen chose our university and what they hope to gain from the programme.

Exhibitions

“We want to grow closer together” – how students have organized a massive outdoor exhibition.

“Identity, Courage, Love” to be seen until June 25.

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International Class started.

Magnum photographer Bieke Depoorter teaches portrait course.

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C/O Berlin.

Sophia Greiff becomes Head of Programme.

Awards

Alumni win at the “Sports Photo of the Year” contest.

Marvin Ibo Güngör and Tom Weller are honored for their work.

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What's left of photography?

Exhibition of final projects from January 25 to February 05 at GAF.

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Stepping stone into the professional world.

The programme welcomes 33 new students from seven countries.

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