International Programmes 2024/2025

Master of Engineering in Paper Technology Master of Engineering in Paper Technology

Hochschule München University of Applied Sciences • München

Degree
Master of Engineering in Paper Technology
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

English

Programme duration
4 semesters
Beginning
Winter semester
Additional information on beginning, duration and mode of study

Start of studies: 1 October

Application deadline

Application period:
2 May to 15 July for the following winter semester (begins 1 October)
 

Tuition fees per semester in EUR
Varied
Additional information on tuition fees

For the continuing education Master's degree programme (four semesters): 4,000 EUR per semester (subject to change)

For the consecutive Master's degree programme (three semesters): no tuition fees

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

Continuing education:

Four-semester study programme for students without a paper background but with a natural or engineering sciences Bachelor's degree (Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Science)

Please note: One year of professional experience after finishing your undergraduate studies is required for registration.

Overview of courses within the Master's programme:

First semester: Paper Technology Fundamentals, Stock Preparation, Paper Physics, Minerals, Scientific Writing, Intercultural Communication, Chemical Engineering

Second semester: Automation Fundamentals, Recycled Fibres, Coating Fundamentals, Coating and Barriers, Biofibres, General Management

Third semester: Automation and Digitalisation, Paper Machine Technology, Paper Chemistry, practical research training, electives

Fourth semester: Design of Experiments and Statistics, Circular Economy, Master's thesis

Possible electives include: Speciality Papers, Tissue Papers, Clothing, Project Management, Patent Law, Innovation Management, Product Development, Printing Technology, Data Literacy, and Industry 4.0.

Consecutive programme:

Three-semester study programme only for students with a degree in Paper Process Technology (no tuition fee).

All lectures are either related to areas of paper technology/chemistry or to specific knowledge necessary for a career in the board and paper industry. Specific information may be found on the Internet (https://www.mpt.hm.edu) or by e-mail (kohr@ivp.org).

Course organisation

Lectures are given in small groups in a seminar style with integrated exercises. Questions and discussions are encouraged. Some lectures contain built-in laboratory work, presentations, project work, excursions, and company visits.

The course includes some interactive digital learning and teaching elements.

The Master's programme can be carried out part time since many of the activities are offered in blocks. The programme duration, normally four semesters, can be extended for part-time studies.

A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
  • International guest lecturers
Integrated internships

Support in finding industry internship positions will be provided by the programme coordinators.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
4,000 EUR
Additional information on tuition fees

For the continuing education Master's degree programme (four semesters): 4,000 EUR per semester (subject to change)

For the consecutive Master's degree programme (three semesters): no tuition fees

Semester contribution

Approx. 85 EUR

Costs of living

Approx. 700 – 1,000 EUR per month to cover personal expenses

Funding opportunities within the university
No
Academic admission requirements
  • At least a Bachelor's level in engineering or science
  • For the continuing education course: proof of at least one year or more of professional experience after the first (Bachelor's) degree
  • A grade point average of at least 2.5 (equivalent to the German grading system)
  • Proof of English language skills for non-native English speakers, details below
Language requirements

Proof of good knowledge of spoken and written English. This can be provided by doing one of the following:

  • attaining above-average results in the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) that correspond to a current minimum of 80 points on the Internet-based test
  • passing the IELTS with results corresponding to a current minimum of 6.0 points
  • proving that the language of instruction of your Bachelor's degree programme was English
Application deadline

Application period:
2 May to 15 July for the following winter semester (begins 1 October)
 

Submit application to

Please submit your application to:

Hochschule München
Department 05 - Paper and Packaging
Prof Dr Helga Zollner-Croll
Lothstraße 34
80335 München
Germany

papertec@hm.edu or kohr@ivp.org

Possibility of finding part-time employment

In many cases, jobs are available at institutes located nearby (IVP – Institute for Paper Technology), and sometimes jobs are available directly within the Department for Paper Technology.

Accommodation

Support in finding accommodation will be provided by the programme coordinator (on-time application required).

Career advisory service

The Career Centre at the university offers students support and guidance for their future career steps.

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Welcome event
  • Specialist counselling
  • Pick-up service

Hochschule München University of Applied Sciences

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