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Explore textile technology engineering, applied chemistry bachelors, smart logistics masters, and North Rhine-Westphalia research grants at Hochschule Niederrhein.
Institutional Overview
Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences (Hochschule Niederrhein), situated in Krefeld and Mönchengladbach in western Germany, is one of the largest and most prestigious universities of applied sciences in the country with over 14,000 students. The university is internationally famous for housing Europe's largest faculty of textile and clothing technology, alongside leading engineering, chemistry, computer science, and business faculties.
- Type
- Public University of Applied Sciences
- Campus
- Campuses in Krefeld (South & West) and Mönchengladbach, North Rhine-Westphalia
- Accreditation
- Ministry of Culture and Science of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia / ASIIN
- Admissions
- Fachhochschulreife / Abitur; international qualifications via uni-assist
- Language
- German (DSH-2 / TestDaF 4); select international programs in English
- Aid
- Deutschlandstipendium, NRW-Scholarship Programme & BAföG
Academic Strengths & Distinctive Focus
- Europe's largest academic institution for textile and clothing technology (FTB Research Institute)
- Premier chemistry faculty with advanced polymer, coating, and surface engineering research
- Innovative dual study (Duales Studium) combining vocational training with bachelor's degrees
- Close partnerships with North Rhine-Westphalian chemical and manufacturing giants (Bayer, Lanxess, Evonik)
Featured Academic Degrees & Curricula
Bachelor of Science in Textile and Clothing Technology
Seven-semester engineering degree taught in German or English covering smart technical textiles, yarn spinning, and apparel production.
Master of Science in Applied Chemistry
Four-semester postgraduate degree specializing in polymer synthesis, surface coatings, environmental chemistry, and instrumental analytics.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Informatik)
Practical computer science program focusing on distributed software systems, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and embedded IoT.
Current Verified Opportunities & Fellowships (7)
Deutschlandstipendium at Hochschule Niederrhein
Federal scholarship funded by industry partners (including chemical and textile corporations) for high-achieving students across all faculties.
Bachelor of Science in Textile and Clothing Technology (English Track) Enrolment
Seven-semester international degree covering technical textiles, composite materials, sustainable dyeing, and supply chain logistics.
Master of Science in Applied Chemistry Enrolment
Four-semester master's program providing state-of-the-art laboratory training in polymer engineering, coatings, and organic synthesis.
NRW Chemical & Polymer Industry Practicum
20-week mandatory industrial engineering internship in major North Rhine-Westphalia chemical parks (Krefeld-Uerdingen, Leverkusen, or Dormagen).
Bachelor of Science in Informatik (Computer Science) Enrolment
Seven-semester practical degree providing in-depth software engineering, database management, mobile applications, and network security skills.
Forschungsinstitut für Textil und Bekleidung (FTB) Research Fellowship
Research grant supporting graduate student investigations into technical textiles, smart sensor clothing, and recyclable synthetic fibers.
Bachelor of Arts in Design (Kommunikationsdesign) Enrolment
Seven-semester creative degree in visual brand communication, editorial typography, digital interface design, and motion graphics.
Sourced Faculty & Research Advisors (3)
Dr. Thomas Grünewald
President and Professor · University Leadership and Governance
Dr. Thomas Grünewald serves as President of Hochschule Niederrhein, spearheading sustainability initiatives and industrial digital transformation.
Prof. Dr. Maike Rabe
Head of the Research Institute for Textile and Clothing (FTB) · Faculty of Textile and Clothing Technology
Prof. Dr. Maike Rabe directs the FTB Institute, pioneering antibacterial textile coatings, electronic integration into fibers, and closed-loop garment recycling.
Prof. Dr. Martin Jäger
Professor of Organic Chemistry and Polymer Synthesis · Faculty of Chemistry
Prof. Dr. Martin Jäger investigates bio-based resins, advanced polyurethane coatings, and catalytic mechanisms for industrial polymer manufacturing.
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