PhD
English
Social Sciences
Leather and Textile Engineering
Doctorate
About the Program
The leather and textile industries are exciting and rapidly growing sectors that are worldwide in demand. They offer a wide range of career opportunities both nationally and internationally. The increasing demand for sustainable materials and processes, as well as transparency in supply chains, is generating new opportunities in areas such as research, material and process development, production, and quality control. Leather and Textile Engineering can only be studied in this combination at the Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences. Furthermore, an engineering degree in “Leather Processing and Shoe Technology” is unique in Germany, as it can only be acquired at the Campus Pirmasens at the Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences. Leather and Textile Engineering offers a research- and application-oriented education for students with an interest in materials science, chemistry, design, and production technology. As part of the training, excellent equipped laboratories are available for research and development. Graduates have the practical and theoretical prerequisites for technical professions in the field of quality management, materials and product development. The broad-based degree programme also qualifies students for research activities and a consecutive Master’s degree programme followed by a doctorate at Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences as well as at other colleges and universities.
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The leather and textile industries are exciting and rapidly growing sectors that are worldwide in demand. They offer a wide range of career opportunities both nationally and internationally. The increasing demand for sustainable materials and processes, as well as transparency in supply chains, is generating new opportunities in areas such as research, material and process development, production, and quality control. Leather and Textile Engineering can only be studied in this combination at the Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences. Furthermore, an engineering degree in “Leather Processing and Shoe Technology” is unique in Germany, as it can only be acquired at the Campus Pirmasens at the Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences. Leather and Textile Engineering offers a research- and application-oriented education for students with an interest in materials science, chemistry, design, and production technology. As part of the training, excellent equipped laboratories are available for research and development. Graduates have the practical and theoretical prerequisites for technical professions in the field of quality management, materials and product development. The broad-based degree programme also qualifies students for research activities and a consecutive Master’s degree programme followed by a doctorate at Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences as well as at other colleges and universities.
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How do I apply to Leather and Textile Engineering at Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Leather and Textile Engineering at Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern
Is Leather and Textile Engineering at Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern taught in German or English? ▼
This PhD programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Leather and Textile Engineering programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Leather and Textile Engineering at Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Leather and Textile Engineering? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Fachhochschule Kaiserslautern — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.