International Bachelor of Wood Technology Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences

• Start your studies in English!
• Wood-specific and engineering studies in the first semester will be taught in English.
• In parallel, you will learn German up to a B2/C1 level during the first three semesters.
• In the second semester, you will begin selected, wood-specific modules in German.
• From the third semester on, you will join the German Wood Technology students and attend German lectures.

Engineering meets sustainability – in the heart of Bavaria

Wood is more than just a material — it’s a living expression of nature. We feel its warmth, its texture, its weight and its strength. It is renewable, versatile and timeless. The International Bachelor of Wood Technology at Rosenheim University of Applied Sciences combines tradition with modern innovation, offering a unique and future-oriented degree programme.

A legacy of wood expertise

With nearly 100 years of tradition in wood technology, Rosenheim is the most respected centre of excellence in the field. Students benefit from the university’s close ties to the wood industry, strong focus on sustainability and extensive research and teaching expertise.

Become part of this tradition and shape the future of wood technology as a “Rosenheimer Holztechniker.”

What makes the IWT programme unique?

• A comprehensive engineering education tailored to the global wood industry
• In-depth learning in wood science, materials and processing technologies with a strong emphasis on the circular economy and sustainability
• Cutting-edge lab access from the very first semesters – including CNC machines, material testing labs, furniture workshops and robotics
• A balanced combination of theoretical and hands-on training that helps students gain skills relevant to industry from day one

Graduates of the IWT programme leave with strong bilingual (English + German) engineering skills, equipping them with outstanding professional development and career opportunities in higher management positions.

The global demand and secure long-term career prospects in the wood technology sector ensure that the initial investment in this education will pay off in a rewarding professional career development.

Living and studying in Rosenheim

Located in southern Bavaria, just an hour from Munich, Rosenheim offers a safe, peaceful and welcoming environment. With direct train connections from Munich International Airport, international arrivals can reach Rosenheim easily and quickly.

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Our summer semester starts on 15 March.

1 November – 15 January for the following summer semester

Due to visa processing times, it is strongly recommended that non-EU applicants submit their documents at the beginning of the application period in November.

Please check the application deadlines on TH Rosenheim’s official page, as dates may be subject to change.

Here you can find a step-by-step guide on how to apply.

For international students from non-EU countries, tuition fees of 500 EUR per enrolled semester will apply from summer semester 2026. More information can be found here.

The degree programme contains eight semesters, split into three parts:

• First semester, introductory engineering courses as well as wood-specific courses (language of instruction: English)
• Second semester, during which introductory engineering courses are held in English, but you will also join your German peers in wood-specific classes (languages of instruction: English or German, respectively)
• Third to eighth semester, during which you continue your studies in the German Wood Technology programme, including an internship in the sixth semester and a Bachelor’s thesis (language of instruction: predominantly German)

During the first three semesters, you will acquire German language skills as well, starting with level A2 of CEFR. This will successively enable you to join the German-taught courses during the second semester, where you will study alongside German students of the German Wood Technology programme.

Many of the wood-specific modules include sessions in the world-class laboratories of the TH Rosenheim. The sixth semester is reserved for a practical semester in one of the many regional companies in Germany or in a company abroad. In the eighth semester, you will work on your Bachelor's thesis.

The sixth semester is reserved for a practical semester / internship in one of the many local companies in Germany or in a company abroad.

Of course, for IWT students, this is also a great opportunity to work in a German-speaking company and improve their German skills – and to learn about German corporate culture.

And, after gaining fluency in both German and English, you will benefit from both language skills not only in an international internship setting but also in a local one. Opportunities to work for German companies worldwide are now available to you!

Throughout your degree in IWT, you will start networking with possible employers and gain valuable knowledge to build your career. The internship and Bachelor’s thesis often lead to a job offer after graduation.

500 EUR

For international students from non-EU countries, tuition fees of 500 EUR per enrolled semester will apply from summer semester 2026. More information can be found here.

97 EUR student union contribution per semester

Each student needs about 992 EUR per month to cover living expenses, student accommodation, health insurance and other related costs in Rosenheim. We recommend calculating approx. 11,904 EUR per year in total.

For international students from non-EU countries

Proof of financial resources / blocked account: With a blocked account, you can provide evidence that you have adequate financial resources during the visa application process. The presumed annual requirement that must be paid into the blocked account when applying for a visa amounts to 11,904 EUR. Please see the information from the Federal Foreign Office: www.auswaertiges-amt.de/en/visa-service/visabestimmungen-node/sperrkonto-seite.

A general or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification is sufficient to qualify for the study programme. Check the DAAD database on admission requirements whether you are eligible to apply. 

More detailed information on the admission requirements is available at the course website.

The following German language tests are recognised:

• Deutsches Sprachdiplom (DSD) level 1 (CEFR A2/B1) or higher
• Goethe Certificate A2 or higher
• TELC Certificate A2 or higher
• ÖSD Certificate A2 or higher
• DTZ (Deutsch Test für Zuwanderer) Level A2/B1
• Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang ausländischer Studienbewerber (German Language Proficiency Test for University Entrance for Foreign Applicants) DSH 1 or higher
• Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache TestDaF (German as a foreign language test for foreign applicants)
• German language courses completed at a university in Germany worth at least 4 credit points at level A2 or higher in accordance with CEFR
• Certificate of an assessment to determine the eligibility of foreign applicants to study at institutions of higher education in the Federal Republic of Germany
• Completed German-language Bachelor‘s or Master‘s degree
• Completed German studies at home and abroad
• German at level A in the final certificate of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

Native German-speaking applicants are not required to submit proof of sufficient German language skills.

The following English language tests are recognised:

• Internet-based TOEFL with 72 or more points
• TOEIC with 785 or more points
• IELTS or IELTS Academic with a band score of 6.0 or higher
• Cambridge CEFR B2 First (FCE), Grade C (at least 160 points) or higher
• Cambridge CEFR C1 Advanced (CAE) with level B2 (at least 160 points) or higher 3
• TELC Certificate English B2 or higher, or TELC English University B2/C1
• Pearson PTE Academic, 60 or more points
• Trinity ISE II or higher or Trinity ISE Digital 80 points or more
• KMK-Fremdsprachenzertifikat III
• AKS UNIcert® II or higher
• At least six years of English tuition at school with a grade of at least “sufficient” in the final year proven by a German-language university entrance qualification or an equivalent, recognised university entrance qualification from a non-German school
• Completed English-language Bachelor's or Master's degree
• Completed English studies university degree in Germany or abroad
• Passing "Technical English", "Business English" or a comparable English module with a grade of 3.0 or better worth at least 4 ECTS from a German university degree

Native English-speaking applicants are not required to submit proof of sufficient English language skills.

1 November – 15 January for the following summer semester

Due to visa processing times, it is strongly recommended that non-EU applicants submit their documents at the beginning of the application period in November.

Please check the application deadlines on TH Rosenheim’s official page, as dates may be subject to change.

Here you can find a step-by-step guide on how to apply.

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A limited number of student jobs are available at TH Rosenheim (e.g. for lab work, research projects or other support functions). Students can find part-time jobs at regional companies or in Munich. 

Online job market at TH Rosenheim: You will find job postings on the internal online job market at TH Rosenheim.

Bavaria-wide job exchange: You will also find interesting job offers at: https://jobboerse.th-rosenheim.de/index.php/en.

More helpful tips: Our website also provides practical advice about working in Bavaria, Germany: https://www.th-rosenheim.de/en/international/incomings/general-information/working-in-bavaria.

Munich Student Union halls of residence: Fall out of bed and into your lecture hall – thanks to the Munich Student Union, this is possible for students in Rosenheim. The student service provider runs two halls of residence here with a total of 345 spaces. Student rooms for international students are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Room rates are around 300 EUR per month. However, room reservations can only be made after being admitted to your degree programme in Rosenheim. Information for students looking for accommodation can be found at: www.studentenwerk-muenchen.de/en/accommodation.

Private rooms: Further information regarding accommodation in Rosenheim, Burghausen and Traunstein is available at www.th-rosenheim.de/housing.

Applying for jobs and starting your career

The Career Centre provides students and graduates with information and advice on applying for jobs, career planning and starting out in the world of work.

International students who need assistance with writing applications have the chance to arrange individual appointments in English and German.

TH Rosenheim offers a variety of services, such as German language courses, language tandems and student tutors who assist with everyday university life, to ensure that international students feel at home in Rosenheim. To find out more, please have a look at www.th-rosenheim.de/welcome. You are also welcome to join our online information sessions for international prospective students, and you can find us on Instagram and Facebook!

Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences (TH Rosenheim): To study at Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences (TH Rosenheim) is to study in one of Germany’s most beautiful and economically attractive regions. With its high-quality and wide-ranging selection of degree programmes, excellent studying conditions, close links with industry and research, and a strong practical connection, our university offers a promising outlook – for studying, leisure time and careers. To help international students feel at home, the university offers a variety of services, such as German language courses and tutors assisting with everyday university life.

Five USPs for studying at TH Rosenheim:

• Low tuition fees for high-quality education
• Practice-oriented education with more than 100 laboratories
• A welcoming atmosphere with close contact between lecturers and students
• German language courses and career workshops for free
• Mountains on the horizon and leisure activities at every turn

Rosenheim is located in the south-eastern part of the German state of Bavaria. Situated in between the three larger cities of Munich, Salzburg and Innsbruck, it is the centre of a prospering economic region with a population of about 100,000 inhabitants. The Bavarian capital of Munich is only 30 minutes away by train and offers a lot of very attractive companies and job opportunities.

Studying at the Rosenheim campus means studying in beautiful surroundings in one of the most attractive regions in Germany – particularly in terms of quality of life and recreational activities. The Rosenheim campus is located in the city centre, just a 20-minute walk from the main station, and even has its own train stop. Art, tradition and culture can be found everywhere in Rosenheim.

If you like nature and outdoor activities, you are just a stone's throw from the mountains and lakes where you can go hiking, swimming, sailing, skiing and much more. Chill out at the beach bar at Lake Chiemsee and enjoy beautiful sunsets on top of Germany's highest mountains.