Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kiel (HAW Kiel) is a public university of applied sciences in Kiel, Germany, founded in 1969. It offers innovative Bachelor and Master degree programs, emphasizes applied research and technology transfer, and has seven faculties including Agriculture, Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Media, Social Work and Childhood Education, Health, and Business Management. It is the largest university of applied sciences in Schleswig-Holstein with over 7,500 students and close ties to regional industry.