OpenFieldHochschule Koblenz - WesterwaldCampus Höhr-Grenzhausen
The WesterwaldCampus of Hochschule Koblenz in Höhr-Grenzhausen is Europe's world-renowned academic center for advanced ceramics engineering, refractory materials science, and artistic ceramic design.
Academic overview & excellence
Located in the historic Westerwald ceramic hub near Koblenz, this specialized campus houses the Department of Materials Engineering, Glass and Ceramics alongside the Institute for Ceramic Art and Design (IKKG). In close collaboration with the European Ceramic Technology Center (FGK), the campus pioneers research into high-temperature thermal barrier coatings, biocompatible dental ceramics, solid-oxide fuel cell electrolytes, and monumental sculptural porcelain.
Research admissions & criteria
Undergraduate programs require the German Fachhochschulreife, Abitur, or international equivalent recognized via uni-assist. Master of Engineering candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in materials science, chemistry, physics, or mechanical engineering with a minimum grade of 2.5. Design programs require submission of an artistic portfolio and successful completion of an aptitude examination. Instruction is primarily in German (C1) with selected English modules.
Verified opportunities & funding programs (7)
Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Engineering - Glass and Ceramics
Seven-semester accredited engineering degree exploring powder metallurgy, sintering kinetics, silicate glass technology, and high-performance technical ceramics.
Master of Engineering in Ceramic Science and Advanced Materials
Three-semester advanced degree covering fracture mechanics of brittle materials, 3D additive manufacturing of technical ceramics, and thermoelectric energy converters.
Master of Fine Arts in Ceramic Art and Experimental Glass (IKKG)
Four-semester studio MFA program at the Institute for Ceramic Art and Design, investigating experimental kiln firing, sculptural clay installations, and architectural glass casting.
Doctoral Research Scholarship in Solid-State Electrolytes for Ceramic Batteries
Three-year doctoral thesis in joint supervision with TU Darmstadt investigating lithium-conducting garnet-type oxide ceramics and solid-state electrolyte interfaces.
European Ceramic Technology Center (FGK) Industrial R&D Internship
Five-month industrial internship utilizing scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and high-temperature dilatometry to characterize refractory composites.
Deutschlandstipendium in Refractory Engineering and Sustainable Kiln Technologies
Merit-based national scholarship supported by the German Refractories Association (VDFFI) recognizing top engineering scholars developing hydrogen-fired ceramic kilns.
Certificate in Additive Manufacturing of Advanced Technical Ceramics
Four-week hands-on professional certificate in lithography-based ceramic manufacturing (LCM), binder jetting, and thermal debinding protocols.
Distinguished faculty & researchers (3)
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Olaf Krause
Professor of Refractory Materials & High Temperature Technology · Department of Materials Engineering, Glass and Ceramics
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Olaf Krause is Professor of Refractory Materials & High Temperature Technology in the Department of Materials Engineering, Glass and Ceramics at Hochschule Koblenz - WesterwaldCampus Höhr-Grenzhausen, conducting advanced research in Refractory Materials, Thermomechanics, High-Temperature Corrosion.
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Peter Quirmbach
Honorary Professor & Chairman of the Board of FGK · Ceramic Raw Materials & Technical Sintering
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Peter Quirmbach is Honorary Professor & Chairman of the Board of FGK in the Ceramic Raw Materials & Technical Sintering at Hochschule Koblenz - WesterwaldCampus Höhr-Grenzhausen, conducting advanced research in Ceramic Raw Materials, Sintering Kinetics, Sustainable Mineral Processing.
Prof. Jens Gussek
Professor of Artistic Glass & Head of IKKG · Institute for Ceramic Art and Design (IKKG)
Prof. Jens Gussek is Professor of Artistic Glass & Head of IKKG in the Institute for Ceramic Art and Design (IKKG) at Hochschule Koblenz - WesterwaldCampus Höhr-Grenzhausen, conducting advanced research in Contemporary Glass Sculpture, Kiln Cast Glass, Material Aesthetics.
Editorial & verification standards
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