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Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences

International Bachelor of Wood Technolοgу

B.Eng. (Bachelor of Engineering)

Subjects: Wood Technology, Wood Processing, Product Development, Biomaterials, Sustainability, Economics, Industrial Engineering

B.Eng.

Degree

240

ECTS

English & German

Language

Summer semester: 15 Jan

Application Deadlines

4 Years (starting: Summer semester)

Duration

Free

Tuition Fees (per semester)

Starting: Summer semester
Mode of admission:: without admission restriction
Application:: directly at the University (incl. VPD from uni-assist)
Study mode:: On campus

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Duration:2 min

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Five Reasons to choose this Bachelor's Program

A career in the wood industry

Are you interested in working with wood, a natural and renewable material and a vital part of the circular wood-based bioeconomy? Are you interested in innovative wood utilization and the resource-saving potential of wood processing? Then the new degree program International Bachelor of Wood Technology (IWT) at the University of Rosenheim is for you!

Take advantage of state-of-the-art laboratories and close industry connections

At Rosenheim you will learn from top professors in wood technology and work in the state-of-the-art laboratories. You will have opportunities to work with companies on projects and to start research on topics such as sustainable product design, advanced wood processing, innovative wood utilization, forest-wood value chain optimization, sustainable construction – among many others!

Career opportunities around the world

For nearly 100 years, Rosenheim‘s renowned wood technology program has been preparing graduates for careers in the wood industry, whose complex value chain spans continents, from forests to wood processing to construction and product production. Our graduates are welcomed the world over for their expertise and leadership capabilities and the program's close links to industry will help you build an excellent network for entry into the German and international job market. → More Info

Expand your professional network

Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences is one of the most renowned educational institutions in Bavaria. As part of the Rosenheimer "Holzer“ Network, students get to be a part of an international network of professionals in the field. Additionally, the university has meaningful links with corporate partners and research institutions in the region and is highly recognized by students due to its practical approach to learning and friendly learning environment.

An international program to learn German and enjoy Bavaria

The International Bachelor of Wood Technology starts your academic journey in English with integrated German classes. You will start selected wood-specific subjects in German in your second semester and join your German cohort to finish your degree. You challenge yourself to become fluent in German, opening employment opportunities throughout the German-speaking regions, while living at the foothills of the Bavarian Alps and living in historic Rosenheim.

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Course Description

Discover the potential of wood as a sustainable material with the International Bachelor of
Wood Technology at Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences. This novel, hands-on
program, tailored for international students, taps into Rosenheim's vast 100-year wood
tradition. Dive into a rich learning experience that bridges tradition and innovation and
offers an enticing blend of theoretical knowledge and practical expertise. Become a
“Rosenheimer Holzer” - a world-class wood technology professional ready to shape the
future of sustainability.

Target Groups

Curriculum

Study Mode

Career Prospects

This program is intended for:

International students interested in sustainable materials and, specifically, wood technology.
Individuals seeking leadership or managerial roles in the wood technology industry.
Aspiring researchers aiming to contribute to the field of wood technology.

Special Program Features

Study in the heart of Bavaria

The Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences is the most important educational institution in south-eastern Bavaria, and it combines a regional profile with an international reputation in the woodworking industry, allowing its students to gain the practical skills that are indispensable for a successful career in this field.

Learn from the best

One of the strengths of this unique degree program in Wood Technology is its practical training provided on a high scientific level. Applied research is conducted in close collaboration with leading institutes and enterprises.

Rich History and Reputation

Enrolling in this program at Rosenheim University is to become part of a rich history that has been shaping the wood technology industry for almost a century. The university's reputation as a leading institution in wood technology not only adds prestige to your degree but also speaks volumes about the quality of education and training students receive.

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Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The application requirements for the study program in “International Bachelor of Wood Technolοgу” are:

University Entrance Qualifiсatiοn

Proof that you have a university entrance qualification valid to study a bachelor's program in Germanу.

Work Experienсе

The International Bachelor of Wood Technology degree program requires at least ten weeks of work experience. This can be completed before the start of the program and must be completed at the latest by the end of the fourth semester. It can also be completed in several sections, e.g. before the degree course and/or during the semester brеak.

Language Requirements

The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.

English

CEFR English

min B2

TOEFL iBT

min 72

TOEIC

min 785

IELTS

min 6

Cambridge

min B2 First (FCE)
Specification: With Grade C (at least 160 points) or higher

Cambridge

min C1 Advanced (CAE)
Specification: With level B2 (at least 160 points) or higher

Telc English B2-C1 University

min B2

PTE Academic

min 60

German

CEFR German

min A2

Deutsche Sprachdiplom (DSD)

min DSD I (B1)

Goethe-Zertifikat

min A2

telc Deutsch

min A2

Österreichisches Sprachdiplom Deutsch ÖSD Zertifikat

min A2 or higher

DSH

min DSH 1

TestDaF

min TDN 3

Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?

yes

Additional information:

Language proficiency for international students can be certified in several ways. For German, proof includes completion of a German language course with at least 4 ECTS credits at level A2 or higher, a Feststellungsprüfung certificate, or a German-taught Bachelor's/Master's degree. German language and literature studies or a level A German certificate from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme also qualify. Native German speakers are exempt from this requirement. English proficiency can be shown through at least 6 years of English instruction at a secondary school, an English-taught Bachelor's/Master's degree, or English language and literature studies. A "good" grade in the 'Technical English' module or a similar one from a German-language degree program or school qualification is also acceptable. Native English speakers are exempt from this requirement.