Hochschule Karlsruhe - Technik und Wirtschaft (HKA), also known as Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences, is a public university of applied sciences located in Karlsruhe, Germany. Founded in 1878, it is one of the largest universities of its kind in the state of Baden-Württemberg. The university offers a wide array of academic programs in engineering, computer science, business, and media, emphasizing applied learning and strong industry collaboration.