Transfer
In addition to research and teaching, we aim to contribute to addressing societal challenges through knowledge transfer and collaboration with external partners. These include environmental, technological and economic issues, as well as social challenges such as tackling inequalities.
Objective
Our university is firmly established as a centre for educational research in the city and region of Karlsruhe. Since our foundation in 1962, we have been collaborating with external partners from society, culture, education, business and politics. The aim of this ‘third mission’ is to make a decisive contribution to addressing existing societal challenges, alongside research and teaching. These include environmental, technological and economic issues, as well as social challenges such as finding effective ways to tackle social inequalities.
It is therefore a key priority for us to work with partners in the region to implement knowledge transfer initiatives that enhance people’s participation in education and society – regardless of gender, migration background or other socio-economic circumstances.
Transfer strategy
To meet this challenge, our university has developed a cross-university transfer strategy under the banner of ‘KEYS – Keys to Education’.
Transfer areas
Our university is particularly active in the fields of transfer-oriented teaching and continuing professional development, research and development in partnership with society, and academic dialogue. Our broad understanding of knowledge transfer is reflected in the
As a university specialising in educational sciences, we are also distinguished by our focus on knowledge transfer in teacher training and schools.
Updated on 14 October 2026 by Kordula Manegold