Wood science and technology
Non-University
Higher Education (Fachhochschulen)
Admission Requirements
- Fachhochschulreife (higher technical education qualification)
or
Fachabitur (special higher education exam)
or
Abitur (general higher education exam)
and
- practical training.
Length and Structure of Courses
The studies take about eight semesters, practical training periods
of two semesters are included.
Basic studies include natural sciences and mathematics as well
as basic technology. In the main study period the student specialises on
optional subjects in the field of technology and followed by a practical
training of 18 weeks in the industry. The last phase of the studies concentrates
on the fields of business management, work organisation and economics in
combination with a second practical period of one semester. At the end
of the study period, the final examinations have to be passed for graduation.
Practical Training
The practical training periods are integrated in the study course.
They add up in all to about two semesters.
Contributory Research Work
The student has to work on a final study during the last two
semesters. the topics are technical problems to be solved in a limited
time period and using appropriate methods.
European Dimension
Language courses may be chosen as optional courses during studies.
Grade / Title of Diploma / Degree
Graduates earn the degree of Dipl.-Ing. (FH) for wood technology.
Further Study
Upon graduation the students get the general higher education
qualification which entitles them to continue at university level.
Employment Market
Qualified engineers may enter jobs in the industry of wood production
and wood manufacturing, particularly in the activities of planning, construction,
use and control of the production process, but also in the field of commerce.
Addresses of Fachhochschulen
Fachhochschule Rosenheim
Fachbereich Holztechnik
Marienberger Str. 26
83024 Rosenheim
Tel.: 08031 / 805121 Fax: 08031 / 288862
Universities
Admission Requirements
- Fachabitur(special higher education exam)
or
Abitur (general higher education exam)
and
- practical training of six months.
Admission is restricted to forty students annually with a much higher number
of applications.
Length and Structure of Courses
The study programme requires about nine semesters with thesis
work included. However, a number of students take extra semesters to make
it eleven or twelve semester overall.
The basic studies (Grundstudium) of three semesters are mainly
devoted to courses in natural sciences, technology and economics. They
are concluded by the Diplomvorprüfung (mid-examination) in botany,
chemistry and physics.
The Hauptstudium (main studies) mainly comprises courses in technical
and methodological fields. In addition to the compulsory courses the student
may also choose among a list of optional subjects such as wood biology,
wood chemistry, mechanical wood technology, sylviculture in different geographic
regions and business management. At the end of the course work in the main
study period the final examinations take place. The student has then to
complete his Diplomarbeit (final thesis) as a major part for graduation.
Practical Training
The practical training of six months may be completed partly
or in full length before commencement of studies. The training has to be
in a commercial company of the students´choice in Germany or abroad.
Contributory Research Work
The students have to present a Diplomarbeit (final thesis) completed
within six or nine months depending on whether it includes own experimental
work. The thesis is usually done after completion of the final examinations.
European Dimension
Foreign language courses are offered as optionals during studies.
Grade / Title of Diploma / Degree
The degree earned upon graduation is Diplom-Holzwirt, equivalent
to a Master of Science in Wood Technology.
Further Study
The graduates of the study programme may enroll in a doctoral
programme of between two and four years for the Doctor of natural sciences
(Dr. rer. nat.) upon completion of a scientific dissertation and passing
of an oral examination.
Employment Market
The considerable range of positions available for graduates of
the study programme of wood science and technology offers reasonably good
chances on the labour market. Graduates work in research, teaching, in
industries of wood treatment and technology as well as in cellulose and
paper industries, consulting offices, federations, forest protection organisations
and in engineering.
Addresses of Universities
Universität Hamburg
Fachbereich Holzwirtschaft
Leuschnerstr. 91
21031 Hamburg
Tel.: 040/ 739620 Fax.: 040 / 73962480
Former Students´Association
Bund Deutscher Holzwirte e. V.
Vorsitzender Dr. Schwab
Leuschnerstr. 91
21301 Hamburg
Tel.: 040 / 739634
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