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BFH - MSc Wood Technology

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BFH - MSc Wood Technology

The MSc program in wood technology will equipt you with a deep understanding of topics for the future of the wood industry.

You will develop specialized skills in planning complex timber structures or devising innovation and digitization strategies. Students are involved in leading research and industry projects with cutting-edge technologies. This unique programme prepares for leadership positions in all areas of the wood industry.

22/05/2026

Day 3 of the MWT excursion continued at Dovy Keukens, where we saw the cabinet production line and learned about all of the automation that has been implemented. Next, we visited Unilin where we learned about the company and its sustainability team. We finished the visit with a tour of the laminate flooring production and then spent the evening exploring the historic city of Brugge.

Thank you, and !

07/05/2026

Day 2 of our MWT excursion began at Stabilame where we learned about the company and its business sectors. We saw the glulam production line and CLT production facility and learned about the various types of CLT panels they can produce, including nailed CLT and insulated panels. We also had the opportunity to go inside a modular school prototype.

Next, we visited Vandecasteele Houtimport , a leading wood importer and supplier in Europe that specializes in hardwoods. We walked through their vast stock of over 130 species, including some impressive woods from Africa and learned about their commitment to sourcing from certified forests.

It was another fun and informative day, thank you Stabilame and Vandecasteele!

05/05/2026

The week of the 20th of April marked the implementation of the international module “International Applied Sustainability Week.”
Students from Bern University of Applied Sciences (CH), École Supérieure du Bois (FR) , and Ukrainian National Forestry University (UA) worked together on a case study focused on the assessment of biodiversity at "Mane de Chanouvre" in Nantes using the HIBOU method—an integrated approach developed by CSTB for evaluating nature-based solutions and their alternatives in urban areas.
Beyond the technical work, students also engaged in preparatory sessions and on-site activities focused on personal development, supported by the integration of the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) framework into the module. This integration was made possible through project funding from Movetia Switzerland.
As the project enters its final phase, it’s clear that the impact has been significant—especially in fostering collaboration among international students from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
A big thank you to everyone who supported this module and contributed to the project!
module / project team: Alice Eyraud, Cécile Cam, Galyna Orthynska, Jàn Frecè, Barbora Starovicova
biodiversity experts: Aline Bracher , Marine Linglart
IDGs expert: Alexandra Horvath , Rflect
link to project: https://www.bfh.ch/ahb/de/forschung/forschungsprojekte/2024-250-087-217/

04/05/2026

Our first stop on the MWT excursion was Fruytier Group in Marloie, Belgium. We toured the sawmill and saw the processes that transform logs into lumber. Then we visited their added value facility in Marche-en-Famenne, Belgium where we saw and learned about the glulam production line of StructureWood, their glulam division.

Thank you for the insightful visit!

24/04/2026

Together with , BFH MWT students spent the last week on an excursion through Belgium and The Netherlands visiting a variety of companies in the wood sector. From a sawmill, to a CLT building under construction, to automated kitchen manufacturing, we were able to connect our classroom learning to its real-world application and see the wood industry in action!

Starting in Liege and ending in Amsterdam, each day we explored new cities and enjoyed the food, drinks, and sights of the region.

A big thanks to TH Rosenheim for planning and organizing the excursion this year!

Stay tuned, in the following weeks we will spotlight each stop along our trip.

11/02/2026

🌿 Shaping the Future of Sustainable Building Materials ✨

After several years in industry, Johannes Crux chose the MSc in Wood Technology at BFH to deepen his expertise in sustainable building materials 🌍. What convinced him? The strong link between material development and timber construction 🏗️ — and the truly intercultural environment in Biel 🤝.

During his studies, Johannes worked 50% as a research assistant on a project that aligned perfectly with his goals 🔬. Today, he continues this work as a scientific researcher at BFH 🎓.

His advice for future students: “If the programme sounds interesting to you, go for it — it is a unique experience!” 💬

02/02/2026

Fibre-Reinforced Composites - Autumn semester lectures

Our Master Wood Technology Program at goes beyond wood. In the Fibre-Reinforced Composites module, students expand their expertise in wood-based materials to explore carbon, glass, and natural fibers in composites—understanding both performance and sustainability through rapid prototyping.

In partnership with , students tackled a real-world challenge: designing a lighter, more sustainable car roof. Organized into small teams, they experienced a full iterative design process—from calculations to prototyping, testing, refining, and iterating again.

Testing involved cutting-edge technologies, made possible by the program’s close collaboration with research. Students used bending and tensile testing machines, optical microscopes, and scanning electron microscopes to analyze their designs.

30/01/2026

- Timber Construction Basics - Autumn semester lectures

Timber construction basis, a new module where students new to this field explored the core principles: vertical and horizontal load transfer, fire protection, sound and thermal insulation, and key considerations for prefabrication and on-site construction.

Each student analyzed a real-world timber project, presenting the engineering choices and critically reflecting on potential design alternatives. A huge thanks .bosse for selecting a building in Biel and organizing an insightful site visit with and ! 🏗️

28/01/2026

That’s a wrap on the autumn semester! 🎉
After intense weeks of projects, presentations, and exams, we’re trading lectures for snowy slopes. 🏂❄️

Curious about what you’d have learned ? We’ll be sharing highlights from our lectures soon—stay tuned!

05/01/2026

Goodbye 2025, and Happy New Year! 🎉

As we step into 2026, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on the wonderful year we spent together! From the Chasseral hike and the excursion to Slovenia, to the end-of-year event and so many other special moments—we learned, grew, and created lasting memories all together.

✨ Our plan for 2026? Sharing even more insights from our program and life in Biel with all of you.

1st 📷 : .favre

18/12/2025

Today, in addition to the thursday cake tradition we organised a secret santa within the master ! The cheesecake was delicious 😋

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Solothurnstrasse 102
Biel/Bienne
2504

Öffnungszeiten

Montag	09:00 - 11:45
	13:15 - 16:30
Dienstag	07:30 - 11:45
	13:15 - 16:30
Mittwoch	07:30 - 11:45
	13:15 - 16:30
Donnerstag	07:30 - 11:45
	13:15 - 16:30
Freitag	07:30 - 11:45
	13:15 - 16:00

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+41323440202

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http://www.ahb.bfh.ch/master-wood

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