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Universität Erfurt
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Special Education and Inclusive Pedagogy

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

In the main course of study in Special Needs Pedagogy, students acquire knowledge of Educational Science, Social science, and Psychology. The course enables students to gain a deeper understanding of disability and disadvantage, focusing on individual, social and societal conditions. It includes the acquisition of essential knowledge in basic German or mathematics and familiarizes students with central issues and working methods of special education and integration pedagogy. The program covers fundamentals of special needs and inclusion education, heterogeneity, integration and inclusion, psychological foundations, and socio-educational and sociological analyses. The bachelor's degree programme comprises a major and a minor subject (two-subject bachelor's degree) as well as the fundamental course of study, aiming to impart specialist content, occupational field orientation, and interdisciplinary skills.
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In the main course of study in Special Needs Pedagogy, students acquire knowledge of Educational Science, Social science, and Psychology. The course enables students to gain a deeper understanding of disability and disadvantage, focusing on individual, social and societal conditions. It includes the acquisition of essential knowledge in basic German or mathematics and familiarizes students with central issues and working methods of special education and integration pedagogy. The program covers fundamentals of special needs and inclusion education, heterogeneity, integration and inclusion, psychological foundations, and socio-educational and sociological analyses. The bachelor's degree programme comprises a major and a minor subject (two-subject bachelor's degree) as well as the fundamental course of study, aiming to impart specialist content, occupational field orientation, and interdisciplinary skills.

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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

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

Special Education

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Special Education and Inclusive Pedagogy at Universität Erfurt

Is Special Education and Inclusive Pedagogy at Universität Erfurt taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Special Education and Inclusive Pedagogy 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 Special Education and Inclusive Pedagogy at Universität Erfurt?

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 Special Education and Inclusive Pedagogy?

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 Universität Erfurt — 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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