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Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hof
Master English Arts & Design

Textile Design (MA)

Master

About the Program

In this Master's programme, you will dive deep into textile design and discover its many applications. It is not just about designing textiles – it is also about how textiles and other materials can be used in useful and unique ways to create new products, aesthetics and solutions.  If you have a Bachelor's degree in textile design, apparel design, product design, architecture, interior design, or a related field, this is your chance to expand your expertise. You will master the creation of complex surfaces, develop innovative textile solutions, and generate interdisciplinary solutions. As a cross-disciplinary field, textile design offers the perfect environment to tackle challenges in functionality, eco-design, performance, and marketability – all with a future-oriented and innovative approach. Your benefits With this Master’s programme, you will: develop advanced skills in designing textiles and their potential applications gain interdisciplinary knowledge in design, textile technology, sustainability, and project management specialise in areas that match your personal interests and career goals In addition, you will benefit from: a project-focused curriculum that emphasises practical experience and real-world applications access to a vibrant research environment at the Münchberg campus with cutting-edge facilities strong connections to the professional world, opening up valuable networking and career opportunities Career perspectives As a graduate, you will be prepared to work in a diverse range of fields, including fashion, sportswear, workwear, eco-design, and accessories as well as in architecture, temporary architecture, interior design, product design, or even pursue self-employment. Typical entry positions include: textile designer product designer apparel designer for fashion, sportswear, or workwear eco-design specialist interior and spatial designer automotive designer graphic designer freelance designer or entrepreneur in the textile and design industry
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In this Master's programme, you will dive deep into textile design and discover its many applications. It is not just about designing textiles – it is also about how textiles and other materials can be used in useful and unique ways to create new products, aesthetics and solutions.  If you have a Bachelor's degree in textile design, apparel design, product design, architecture, interior design, or a related field, this is your chance to expand your expertise. You will master the creation of complex surfaces, develop innovative textile solutions, and generate interdisciplinary solutions. As a cross-disciplinary field, textile design offers the perfect environment to tackle challenges in functionality, eco-design, performance, and marketability – all with a future-oriented and innovative approach. Your benefits With this Master’s programme, you will: develop advanced skills in designing textiles and their potential applications gain interdisciplinary knowledge in design, textile technology, sustainability, and project management specialise in areas that match your personal interests and career goals In addition, you will benefit from: a project-focused curriculum that emphasises practical experience and real-world applications access to a vibrant research environment at the Münchberg campus with cutting-edge facilities strong connections to the professional world, opening up valuable networking and career opportunities Career perspectives As a graduate, you will be prepared to work in a diverse range of fields, including fashion, sportswear, workwear, eco-design, and accessories as well as in architecture, temporary architecture, interior design, product design, or even pursue self-employment. Typical entry positions include: textile designer product designer apparel designer for fashion, sportswear, or workwear eco-design specialist interior and spatial designer automotive designer graphic designer freelance designer or entrepreneur in the textile and design industry

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Industrial Design, Product Design

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Textile Design (MA) at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hof

Is Textile Design (MA) at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hof taught in German or English?

This Master 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 Textile Design (MA) 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 Textile Design (MA) at Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hof?

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 Textile Design (MA)?

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 Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hof — 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.

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