- Degree
- Master of Science (RWTH Aachen University)
- Course location
- Aachen
- Teaching language
- • German
• English
- Languages
- The courses in your first semester will all be taught in English.
There will be two compulsory courses taught in German in your second semester. You will be thoroughly prepared for this by means of a German language course running throughout your programme, ensuring that you reach a good working level of German by the time you graduate.
You will be able to choose from a wide range of electives, some taught in English and others in German.
- Full-time / part-time
- • full-time
- Programme duration
- 4 semesters
- Beginning
- Winter semester
- Application deadline
- Non-EU applicants (applicants who have citizenship of a country outside EU/EEA): 2 December to 1 March
EU applicants (applicants who have citizenship of an EU/EEA country, are currently enrolled at RWTH Aachen or hold a German university degree): 2 December to 15 July
Apply by 15 January (non-EU) / 15 April (EU) to benefit from a 10% early bird discount on the tuition fees!
- Tuition fees per semester in EUR
- 6,000 EUR
- Additional information on tuition fees
- 24,000 EUR in total for four semesters
- Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
- No
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- No
- Description/content
- Gain a unique background and become an expert in man-made fibre technology and textile fabrics production!
The MSc Textile Engineering (MSc Textile) provides advanced and specialised methodological, process and technological knowledge in the field of textile mechanical engineering. In this very unique programme, you will focus on the development of fibres, yarns and textiles of all kinds as well as the construction of new textile machines. Moreover, you will get excellent knowledge in immersing fields, such as textile-reinforced concrete, medical smart textiles and implants or bio-based fabrics. Become an expert in fabrics manufacturing and master spinning, weaving, knitting/warp knitting and braiding and support a sustainable production.
Your studies – your choice: choose a study track
To equip you with the specialisation you need for your individual career path, we offer two study tracks in the MSc Textile:
Coursework Track
Choosing this study track, you will prepare for a career in the industry by:
• acquiring industry-specific knowledge and methods
• gaining specialised knowledge of the practical application of textile technology
• having a critical understanding about current developments in fibre technology
Research Track
Choosing this study track, you will complete two research projects and:
• perform complex experimental methods
• conduct your own empirical research on interdisciplinary questions
• acquire scientific methodological skills and learn independent scientific working