The Degree programme is ideal if you are interested in, for example, 3D technologies, digitalization and innovative product development and would like to expand your knowledge in the field. After having been able to acquire basic knowledge and develop one's own preferences and interests in the bachelor's degree, one now has the unique opportunity in the master's degree to explore further subject areas or to delve into existing topics through the research and advanced course. In addition, one has the opportunity to participate in research and industry projects within the Research Institute for Textile and Clothing (FTB) - an opportunity to gain even more experience and insight.
I can recommend the master's to any person who wants to gain more knowledge before entering the workforce and is looking for ways to specialize.

After completing my Bachelor's degree in Design Engineering with a specialisation in fashion (HAKA) at the university, I decided to study for a Master's degree in "Textile Products - Design". What I have always liked about HS Niederrhein is the mix of design and technology, which for me personally allows real creativity to emerge.
The Master Textile Products Design in particular is therefore the perfect complement, because we have a very wide range of laboratories at our disposal, with which really almost any design and innovative approaches to solutions can be realized. Topics such as 3D visualization in the field of knitwear, cutting technology and collection concepts in stationary retail are not neglected. In addition, the different specialisations of the other students are a real enrichment, as this creates a very interdisciplinary exchange. The specialisation "Design" in the Master "Textile Products" is a good choice if you want to develop professionally and personally, as here each individual can be dealt with very individually.

After completing my Bachelor's degree programme in textile design engineering with a specialisation in textile printing at the Hochschule Niederrhein, it was clear to me that I wanted to do a Master's degree. It was immediately clear to me that I wanted to take advantage of the many opportunities for practical orientation at the Hochschule Niederrhein. In the Master's degree programme in textile products with a specialisation in design, interdisciplinarity is very important. By bringing together students with different backgrounds, the specialisations are very diverse. This interdisciplinary collaboration pulls you out of your personal advanced course and encourages you to open up to new topics. I find these challenges in particular exciting and pave the way for one's own further development. In this area of specialisation, fashion design and textile design meet and combine to create an innovative product design in the field of textiles. This combination offers through the various course offerings to engage with the textile product both in the digital space and haptically. All in all, this creates an exciting environment with new and familiar subject areas in which one can further one's education in research and development and develop one's individual strengths.

The Textile Products Design Degree programme offers the opportunity to deepen and broaden basic knowledge of the textile and apparel industry. The specific approach of technology combined with design and innovation creates innovative textile products that are future-oriented. There is a special focus on sustainability and recyclability. There is the opportunity to participate in research projects and to deal intensively with new raw materials, materials or ideas that could shape the future. Hands-on work in different labs and learning 3D technologies allow to build specific expertise. Overall, the master's is a great opportunity to discover new areas and expand one's range of knowledge.

Color & Trim Designer Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles

The unique selling point of the studies at the Faculty of Textile and Clothing Technology is definitely the strong practical orientation. As early as the basic studies, students have the opportunity to implement their own designs in the laboratories and thus gain a better understanding of the entire textile chain. In my current job, it is not only the specific technical knowledge that helps me, but also the ability to deal with different key topics at the same time and to work together in interdisciplinary teams. I can recommend prospective students to get a taste of the different professions in the textile industry through internships before or at the beginning of their studies - there are so many different directions!

Product Innovation Manager at erlich textil

The Master's degree programme "Textile Products" has prepared me optimally for my professional life. Not only the practical work in the laboratories of the faculty, but also the intensive examination of current research topics from the textile and apparel industry have enabled me to further deepen specialisations relevant to me. Especially the strong focus on sustainability made this interdisciplinary Degree programme particularly attractive for me. This allowed me to further deepen my interest in innovative and sustainable materials and to intensively deal with industry-relevant topics such as the recyclability and recycling of textiles. It is precisely these skills that I have learned that now, after my degree, benefit me in my job. As Product Innovation Manager at erlich textil, a sustainable underwear company based in Cologne, I am responsible for research into recyclable and sustainable material solutions and thus form an interface between the areas of corporate social responsibility and product management. During my master's studies, the desire to work in such a field of activity later on became more and more apparent to me. The master's degree in "Textile Products" helped me to realize this wish.

Managing Director

Intelligent products made of technical textiles are used as problem solvers in a wide variety of areas: Airbags and seat belts in cars provide safety, weight-reducing high-tech fibers in aircraft fuselages protect the environment, reflective clothing and textile implants save lives... As a manufacturer of textile testing equipment, we know about the diversity of technical textiles. Our environment allows us to gain insight into exciting and multifaceted development fields in which textiles are used in novel ways; be it to achieve optimized sustainability or climate neutrality of various products, for increased product safety or to enable medical interventions that were previously unimaginable. Whether in the form of nonwovens, woven fabrics, filament yarns or staple fibers; we at Lenzing Instruments come into contact with a wide variety of textile materials. From our point of view, process and quality control will remain indispensable in the future. In-depth expertise, from the choice of raw materials to the production process and the properties of the end product, forms the basis for providing our customers with the best possible advice. Continuous further development of technical textiles, new technologies and areas of application guarantee a varied field of activity in which you will never stop learning. Be part of it when the textile marvels of the future are created!

Owner

At HB Protective Wear GmbH & Co KG, we have been developing and manufacturing high-quality certified protective clothing since 1952. With our tailor-made solutions for a wide range of hazardous situations, we offer wearers safety they can rely on. For this purpose, we use high-performance materials that are specifically tailored to the various areas of application. We therefore demand excellent standards know-how and a special affinity for technical textiles from our employees.

The apprenticeship at the Hochschule Niederrhein trains students for our industry and produces qualified specialists. The need for protection against hazards will always be needed, which is why we hope for many new students at the Faculty of Textile and Clothing Technology.

Managing Director

Innovative technologies in the textile industry are our passion. Discovering new ideas and possibilities and implementing them has always excited us. Hexonia was founded in 2004 and cooperates with researchers and developers worldwide. We open up new areas of application and develop the final product until it is ready for the market. The state-of-the-art machinery, with a wide range of manufacturing technologies, offers almost limitless possibilities of product manufacturing. We are specialists in the field of official procurement for military and police use and concentrate on this business area. As a medium-sized and growth-oriented company, we attach great importance to the conception of our workforce. Our company's success is significantly influenced by the interaction of our employees, which is why team spirit is especially important to us. We work sustainably and with long-term goals and are always on the lookout for qualified personnel. In this regard, we have been able to recruit graduates from the Hochschule Niederrhein for our company for many years. With a degree from The Hochschule Niederrhein, you can help shape our innovative technologies and drive them forward. We count on you!