Proof of Usefulness Report

SRH Fernhochschule

Analysis completed on 2/16/2026

+443
Proof of Usefulness Score
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SRH Fernhochschule is a well-established, accredited distance-learning university in Germany with significant revenue and a clear value proposition. While the project demonstrates strong 'Real-World Utility' and business 'Traction' (likely exceeding $40M annual revenue based on student count), the submission quality is poor, featuring lazy copy-pasted descriptions and demonstrably false claims about audience reach ('most people have used my product'). As a technology project, it lacks innovation, relying on standard EdTech solutions, but as a business, it sits in the 'Much larger scale' tier relative to the calibration baseline.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility0.25)
Audience Reach Impact0.20)
Technical Innovation0.15)
Evidence Of Traction0.25)
Market Timing Relevance0.10)
Functional Completeness0.05)
Subtotal48.15 (scaled to 481.5)
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+443

Project Details

Project URL
mobile-university.de
Description
The state-recognised SRH Fernhochschule – The Distance Learning University specialises in online study options that you can take while in employment. As the quality leader in distance learning, the university has developed a study model that offers you maximum flexibility and guarantees excellent service. Study revolves around the innovative online campus. This enables you to study successfully wherever and whenever it suits you, taking care of your work, training, family or athletic activities at the same time. At our university, you can choose from a total of 70 Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes, as well as 90 university certificates. Optional face-to-face classes and examinations are held at 21 sites. More than 9,000 students are currently enrolled at the largest university in the Federal State of Baden Württemberg, which was voted Germany’s most popular distance learning university for the fifth time in 2023. As a system-accredited university with permanent state recognition awarded by the Federal State of Baden-Württemberg, we bear the quality seal of the German Accreditation Council. All degree programmes and certificate courses have been given governmental approval by the Zentralstelle für Fernunterricht (ZFU).

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline