Master of Engineering in Paper Technology

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, elective courses Fourth semester: design of experiments and statistics, circular economy, Master's thesis Possible elective courses include: speciality papers, tissue papers, clothing, project management, innovation management Consecutive programme: We also offer a study programme for three semesters for students with a degree in Paper Process Technology. Specific information may be found here: (https://www.mpt.hm.edu) or via e-mail (kohr@ivp.org). Lectures take place in a seminar style with small groups and integrated exercises. Questions and discussions are encouraged, and some lectures contain built-in laboratory work, presentations, project work, excursions, and company visits. This degree also 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.