From the 2018/19 winter semester, the Faculty of Natural and Environmental Sciences at Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences will be offering a degree in "Applied Natural Sciences" with a focus on chemistry in life and material sciences.
"The seven-semester Bachelor's degree course offers an optimal education. Depending on the field of study, students gain a specific insight into plastics technology and surface technology or chemical biology and analytics in addition to scientific and chemical fundamentals," says academic advisor Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Jens Weber.
Whether lightweight and resilient materials for the future, trace analysis of environmental samples or the use of enzymes in biocatalysis - an understanding of the microcosm of molecules and atoms is necessary for many innovations and interdisciplinarity is required. Students are given the tools to put scientific theories into practice. In addition to the specialist content, the necessary soft skills, e.g. presentation techniques, are not neglected.
The dual course of study (with integrated training as a chemical laboratory technician or pharmaceutical technician) is also possible. In addition to the Bachelor's degree, students on the dual degree course acquire a vocational qualification (with Chamber of Industry and Commerce examination) in a shortened training course and on the basis of a training contract with a company.
There are many opportunities for students to work on projects as student assistants during their studies. It is also no problem at the university to work closely on current research and transfer topics with large and small companies locally, nationally or even abroad. Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences is a strong research institution and is integrated into a wide range of networks. Exchange programs for lecturers and students regularly provide a breath of fresh air and new ideas.
Interdisciplinary graduates with in-depth knowledge of chemistry can pursue regional, national and international careers. During their studies, students learn all the prerequisites for technical and economic functions in small, medium-sized and large companies.
The career options are as diverse as the natural sciences - employment is not only possible in the traditional chemical industry, but also in interdisciplinary areas in particular: e.g. in environmental and analytical laboratories, in plastics/textile or surface finishing, but also in the energy sector. Other fields of application are, for example, in municipal supply and disposal, in offices and authorities or in research institutes.
Contact us
Academic advisor
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Jens Weber
E-mail: j.weber(at)hszg.de