Akkon University of Applied Sciences (Akkon-Hochschule für Humanwissenschaften) is a private, state-recognised university of applied sciences in Berlin, founded in 2009 and linked to the Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe. It offers bachelor’s and master’s programmes in areas such as nursing and healthcare, humanitarian assistance and civil protection, and education and social work. Many programmes are designed to be completed alongside vocational training or employment, with flexible study formats and strong practical relevance. The university also cooperates with partners such as Charité for selected programmes, and focuses on preparing students for professional roles in health, social services, and crisis-related fields.