- Program Capacity
The Wood Science program has no admission restrictions, meaning there is an unlimited number of spots available for the program.
- DURATION OF STUDY
7 semesters (6 theory semesters with numerous exercises and field trips, and 1 practical semester)
- START DATE
Admission to the first semester takes place once a year at the start of the winter semester.
- DEGREE
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- PRACTICAL SEMESTER
In the fifth semester
- LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
German
- PRACTICAL TRAINING
The program places great emphasis on practical training. This focus is met through numerous field trips, practical exercises in the university’s own laboratory, and practice-oriented project work with partners from academia and industry.
- ELECTIVE COURSES
A wide range of elective courses—for example, in foreign languages, public relations, business management, sawmill technology, and roundwood procurement—enables students to tailor their academic profile to their individual interests.
- Additional Qualifications
In addition to its required courses, the program offers further qualification opportunities, such as the carpenter/joiner/cabin builder machine operator certificate, the chainsaw course, the trainer certification exam, as well as mediation and conflict management.