2. February 2026

Technology Park: “Training and Research – Study Photonics” – Hall 3.0., Booth 622

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Optatec 2026 presents leading photonics master’s degree programmes from Hessen

Photonics is the technical mastery and exploitation of light. In contrast to electronics, i.e. the technical mastery and exploitation of electrons or the flow of electrical current, photonics encompasses the use of photons in optical technologies such as laser, digital image processing, optical measuring technology, optical data transmission and lighting technology.

Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences, Rhein Main University of Applied Sciences and Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen will be presenting their Master’s degree programmes such as “Optotechnology and Image Processing”, “Applied Physics” and “Optical System Engineering” live at the trade fair from 5 to 7 May.

The Common Booth in Hall 3.0. offers a unique opportunity for interested parties to find out more about these specialised degree courses. Visitors will have the opportunity to talk to lecturers and representatives of the universities to gain insights into the content and career opportunities of the degree programmes.

Anyone who has already completed a bachelor’s degree or training in a technical or scientific field and would like to find out more about cameras, lasers, optics and light is cordially invited to attend:

Free ticket by e-mail:katja.jakob@ha-da.de

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Great insights for school graduates – 07. May 2026 Fair Day at Optatec 2026!

At the “Training and Research – Study Photonics” Technology Park, young people who are interested in modern technology will be presented with hands-on optical technology and opportunities for asking questions: three universities of applied sciences will present their courses of study relating to optical technologies and photonics and invite all interested school classes and teachers to Optatec on the 7th of May, 2026. The following offerings will await you:

  • Free admission to the trade fair
  • Presentations dealing with actual practice held by graduates
  • Presentation of the courses of study
  • Guided tours of renowned companies from the industry sector

Admission is free for school classes and teachers. Interested pupils and teachers are requested to register by 20th April 2026 in order to take part in the Fairday.

Darmstadt area: katja.jakob@ha-da.de

Wiesbaden/Rüsselsheim area: Sandra.Peruzzi@hs-rm.de

Giessen/Friedberg area: martin.eckhardt@mnd.thm.de

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