openHPI

What openHPI is

openHPI is Hasso Plattner Institute’s platform for interactive online courses in information and communication technology. Its catalog covers IT, design thinking, and digital health, with courses developed by HPI professors and research assistants. Learning materials can include videos, texts, quizzes, practical assignments, homework, and reading. Participants can discuss course topics with instructors and fellow learners in forums and collaboration spaces. Courses are mainly in German and English. There are no formal admission restrictions, and registration requires a valid email address. Depending on the course and a participant’s performance, completion may bring a certificate or a confirmation of participation. Archived courses support self-study, but do not retain evaluated tasks or achievement records and certificates. Participation is web-based and usually needs no additional software, while video requires a fast internet connection. Standard courses are free; Executive Education courses through HPI Academy are fee-based. Android, iOS, and web access are listed, but offline learning is not available.