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Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
Master German Social Sciences

Berufspädagogik TechnikVocational Education in Technology

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

This master's degree program is aimed at graduates of a technical or pedagogical bachelor's degree program who would like to deepen and expand their knowledge and skills in vocational pedagogy. The focus is on imparting practice-oriented knowledge and developing innovative teaching and learning concepts in order to best prepare future specialists for their professional activities. The program builds consecutively on the bachelor's degree program in Vocational Education Technology with a standard period of study of 4 semesters. In the master's degree program, the focus is on the second subject and vocational pedagogy. Students can set their own focus in the chosen subject science. The master's degree is equivalent to the first teaching examination (1st state examination) for vocational schools if evidence is provided of at least one year of professional internship or completed relevant vocational training.
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This master's degree program is aimed at graduates of a technical or pedagogical bachelor's degree program who would like to deepen and expand their knowledge and skills in vocational pedagogy. The focus is on imparting practice-oriented knowledge and developing innovative teaching and learning concepts in order to best prepare future specialists for their professional activities. The program builds consecutively on the bachelor's degree program in Vocational Education Technology with a standard period of study of 4 semesters. In the master's degree program, the focus is on the second subject and vocational pedagogy. Students can set their own focus in the chosen subject science. The master's degree is equivalent to the first teaching examination (1st state examination) for vocational schools if evidence is provided of at least one year of professional internship or completed relevant vocational training.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Vocational Education Technology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Berufspädagogik Technik at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Is Berufspädagogik Technik at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Berufspädagogik Technik programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Berufspädagogik Technik at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Berufspädagogik Technik?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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