This is a continuing-education Master’s program taught in English in Munich, designed for graduates who hold a Bachelor’s degree in the natural sciences or an engineering discipline (Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Science) but do not have a prior background in paper science. The standard pathway runs for four semesters and blends fundamentals of paper technology with applied chemical engineering topics, business and management elements, and research training aimed at careers in the board and paper industry. Note that applicants must have completed at least one year of professional work experience after their undergraduate degree before they can register.
The program is structured into four semesters that progressively cover theoretical foundations, applied technologies and industry-relevant skills:
Elective examples include speciality papers, tissue papers, clothing, project management and innovation management. A consecutive (accelerated) track of three semesters is available for applicants who already hold a degree in Paper Process Technology; this track carries no tuition fee. All courses focus either on paper technology and paper chemistry or on knowledge directly useful for employment in the paper and board sector.
Requirements (concise)
For further details or specific questions, see https://www.mpt.hm.edu or contact kohr@ivp.org.
Curriculum overview
Teaching is organised in small, seminar-style groups that prioritise discussion, questions and active participation. Course sessions combine integrated exercises with some built-in laboratory work so that theoretical concepts are regularly reinforced by hands-on practice. Many lectures also incorporate student presentations, group project work and opportunities for applied learning.
Key components and learning outcomes
The programme blends classroom interaction with practical and professional exposure: students take part in projects and presentations to build teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills; laboratory sessions develop experimental technique and analytical competence; and excursions and company visits provide direct insight into industry practice and career contexts. Digital, interactive learning elements are also embedded to support flexible study and blended learning. Overall, graduates can expect to leave with strengthened practical engineering skills, experience in collaborative project management, improved technical communication abilities and familiarity with the industrial environment relevant to paper technology.
Requirements & format
This master’s program expects applicants to hold a technical or scientific undergraduate degree and to demonstrate the academic standing and language ability needed to succeed in an English-medium graduate course. There is also a continuing-education route for professionals, which requires documented work experience after graduation. Admissions decisions will typically take into account how international grades map to the German grading system.
Below are the specific documents and minimums you will need to provide when applying.
Winter Semester (International)
15 July 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 July 2026
The programme prepares graduates for technical and managerial roles within the board and paper industry, including positions in process engineering, production and quality management, coating and converting technologies, automation and digitalisation, and R&D. The mix of practical training, company visits and industry-relevant modules supports employability in manufacturing firms, suppliers and consultancies focused on paper, board and related fibre-based products.
Graduates will also be well placed for roles addressing sustainability and circular economy challenges in pulp and paper value chains, or for continuing into research positions that require applied expertise in paper chemistry and process technology.
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