Plastics Engineering Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences

The Plastics Engineering degree programme can be completed entirely in German (starting in the winter semester) or begun in English and completed in German (starting in the summer semester). For the English & German option, all courses during the first three semesters can be taken in English part-time. During the remaining semesters, you will study together with German-speaking students who began their studies in German.

Plastics are much better than you think. They are far more than just everyday materials and are, without a doubt, one of the most important materials for our future. From 3D printing and innovative protective clothing to plastics for renewable energy and medical care, the possible applications are virtually limitless. Plastics enable the development of new products and solutions that make our lives more efficient, safer, and more environmentally friendly. In the Bachelor’s degree programme in Plastics Engineering, you’ll learn everything you need to hit the ground running in this exciting, future-oriented industry!

1 November to 15 February for the following summer semester (English & German language track)

15 April to 15 September for the following winter semester (German language track)

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.

In the Plastics Engineering programme, you have the option of starting your studies in English. To begin your studies, you must have English skills at level B2 and German skills at level A2. For the first three semesters, you will study Plastics Engineering part-time. This gives you time to further improve your German and reach level B2 during these first three semesters. From the fourth semester onwards, you will continue your studies in German, together with your fellow students who began their studies in German.

You can take German courses at Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences that will bring you to German level B2 (see study plan below). You should normally reach this level by the beginning of your fourth semester. You must reach German level B2 by the end of your fifth semester at the latest.

In the first three semesters, the focus is on the fundamentals that every engineer should master. These include modules in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and engineering mechanics. In the fourth and fifth semester, you will learn a great deal about the specific properties of plastics – how they behave, what they are suitable for, the possibilities for processing them, and how their properties can be tested. In many modules, you will also carry out practical measurements or produce your own test components.

During the practical semester, which takes place in the sixth semester, or in the accompanying practical parts of the degree programme, you will already apply much of your knowledge and skills. In four modules, you can choose from an extensive list what you would like to focus on in more depth. These modules are listed in the study plan as FWPMs (elective compulsory modules).

In the seventh and eighth semesters, you will learn methods that are important for a professional and responsible approach to plastics. You will learn how to create life cycle assessments and how to properly integrate aspects of sustainability.

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One of the advantages of studying Plastics Engineering at TH Rosenheim is its strong practical orientation and close cooperation with industry. The degree programme includes a mandatory preliminary internship (“Vorpraxis”) of at least eight weeks, which should be completed before the start of the programme or no later than the beginning of the fourth semester.

The preliminary internship provides hands-on insight into industrial processes relevant to plastics engineering. The training must cover at least one of the following areas:

• processing of plastics (e.g. injection moulding, extrusion, fibre-reinforced composites),
• mechanical processing of plastics and metals, or
• manufacturing processes and working methods of production machines and equipment.

Relevant prior experience may be recognised upon application. A completed apprenticeship in the field or a relevant professional activity of twelve months or more can be fully credited. Shorter relevant experience or practical training may be partially recognised for up to six weeks, according to the training plan for the preliminary practical training.

Another key element is the industrial project work, which normally spans two semesters in collaboration with a company. Companies propose topics, from which students choose one. The project is conducted at TH Rosenheim, while a company supervisor provides guidance and practical input. This allows students to gain first-hand experience of industrial projects and understand the practical requirements of engineering practice.

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 whether you are eligible to apply at the DAAD database on admission requirements.

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

In order to be accepted into the English version of the programme, you will need a language level of German A2 and English B2. Here you'll find an overview of accepted language certificates. 

You can then take German courses at TH Rosenheim that will bring you to German level B2. You should normally reach this level by the beginning of your fourth semester. You must reach German level B2 by the end of your fifth semester at the latest.

1 November to 15 February for the following summer semester (English & German language track)

15 April to 15 September for the following winter semester (German language track)

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 local companies or in Munich, which is a 35-minute train ride from Rosenheim. Basic knowledge of the German language significantly improves your chances of getting a student job.

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 on working in Bavaria, Germany.

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 start at approx. 350 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: http://www.studentenwerk-muenchen.de/en/accommodation.

Private rooms

Further information regarding accommodation in Rosenheim 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!