Innovative Textiles B.Eng.

The Bachelor's program Innovative Textiles is your entry into the fascinating world of textile chemistry and technical textiles. You will learn the basics of innovative textile material science and processing technologies. From fibres and yarns to fabrics and their finishing - our practice-oriented curriculum prepares you to master engineering challenges and optimize textiles considering economic and ecological aspects. You get trained in the development of technical fiber composites and in the research of modern textile chemistry to conquer the challenges of the modern textile industry and develop innovative solutions.

With this Bachelor’s program, you

• are prepared for complex engineering tasks in textile and related industries,
• have gained valuable work experience during the internship semester,
• have excellent career perspectives in research, development, production, and management.

In addition, you benefit from

• an innovative mix of teaching methods - lectures, practical courses in labs and companies, simulations and case studies,
• development of your intercultural competence,
• an excellently equipped campus including an on-site research institute.

The lectures are accompanied by practical courses in which you can apply the knowledge you have learned directly on site in the laboratories and textile facilities.

The standard duration of this Bachelor‘s program is 7 semesters. For degree-seeking international students only 5 semester (2.5 years) at Hof University are required, starting from semester 3 after studying two years at their home university.

∎ Semester 1 und 2: Orientation phase

During the first two semesters, you will be taught the basics of textiles and engineering in German language.

For degree-seeking international students, the basic studies usually take place at the student‘s home university in their local language.

∎ Semester 3 bis 6: Core phase

In the core phase, your knowledge of textiles is expanded step by step. You will learn the industrial production of yarns and textile fabrics (woven, weft-knitted, warp-knitted and nonwoven fabrics) as well as finishing techniques through dyeing, printing, and coating. In the advanced semesters, the focus is on textile chemistry and the production and application of technical textiles. All courses are taught in English language.

It is highly recommeded for international students to take additional German language courses (available for free at different levels).

∎ Semester 7: Practical phase

In your final semester, you will complete an internship at a company of your choice (including a practical research project) and write your Bachelor's thesis. This allows you to apply your knowledge immediately, specialize and gain your first professional experience.

After successful completion of the program, Hof University awards the academic degree Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.).

As a graduate, you...

• are in high demand by industry and government, for a variety of careers in research, development, production, and management, both nationally and internationally
• demonstrate productive engineering practices, entrepreneurial behavior, research and leadership competences
• possess the technical, ethical and societal knowledge and skills required for success in the complex modern world.

Typical entry positions

• Functions in the following areas: production, development, purchasing, sales, management in mostly globally oriented companies in the textile and clothing industry.
• Professional focus also on technical textiles (e.g. fibre composites) & smart textiles
• Sales & customer service (key account management), application technology in textile machine construction or chemical fibre production
• Purchasing & sales in related industries e.g. the automotive industry

Academic requirements

• General higher education entrance qualification or subject-linked university entrance qualification, University of Applied Sciences entrance qualification or professional qualification
• If you are not sure about your university entrance qualification, please check the websites of www.uni-assist.de and www.anabin.de
• successful completion of relevant basic studies at home university

Language requirements
International applicants ususally start in the third semester (when the teaching language switches to English). In this case, you need to fulfill the following language requirements:

You need to prove your proficiency in English. This can be done with either of the following:

• TOEFL minimum 90
• IELTS 6.5 or above

In addition: Basic language skills in German, minimum level A1, proven by official test score documents.

All applications must be done via our online application portal Primuss.

If you acquired your university entrance certificate abroad, uni-assist must assess the certificate before you can send it to Hof University. We advise you to send your documents to uni-assist at least 4 weeks before our application deadline.