Against the backdrop of a severe shortage of skilled workers in the field of textile chemistry, the TEGEWA Steering Group Textile Auxiliaries established an endowed professorship for the “Sustainable Textiles” degree programme at the Hof University/Abt. Muenchberg . This postgraduate Master’s programme was launched in 2020; it has since been converted into a full professorship and has established itself within the industry.

What makes it special is that, alongside their studies, students undertake an internship at an industrial company (specialising in textile auxiliary production) – enabling them to build up a comprehensive practical understanding alongside their theoretical knowledge. By combining theory and practice, students are offered the best possible preparation for a future career in this exciting and innovative professional field, where the topics of textile chemistry and sustainability in the textile supply chain are uniquely intertwined.

We are delighted to report encouraging figures alongside the university regarding applications, enrolments and graduates. Just visit the university’s website to find out more or to apply online for this degree programme.