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Dresden University of Technology
Master German Social Sciences

Vocational Education and Personnel Capacity Building

Master

Dresden University of Technology Dresden · Saxony

About the Program

The Master's course of study in "Vocational Education and Personnel Capacity Building" presupposes a university degree in education science, in economic science or a scientific-technical area. Its goal is the acquisition of scientific and technical performance competence for tasks in pre-service and continuous vocational education and training, and in human resource development. The following tasks are essential: Teaching in vocational education and further vocational education Administrative tasks in institutions of vocational education and further vocational education Administrative and concept designing tasks in projects of vocational education Administrative and concept designing tasks in teacher education for the vocational education area Research activities in vocational education and further vocational education as well as in adult education Administrative activities and organisation in corporate human resources development The study programme extends and intensifies existing knowledge and experience in the domains of project planning, design, and evaluation of vocational education as well as adult education and human resource development according to varying country-specific contexts. The study programme aims at showing students how to further the manifold integration of a vocational education system, from measures and projects of vocational education and further education, into the structure of a society. Students will be able to put the resulting influences and developments into practice. The training should enable graduates to work in institutions of vocational education and further vocational education, universities and research institutes, administration, planning and consultancy bureaus, human resources and education departments in economic enterprises and in national and international organisations, which deal with the development of human resources on national or regional levels.
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The Master's course of study in "Vocational Education and Personnel Capacity Building" presupposes a university degree in education science, in economic science or a scientific-technical area. Its goal is the acquisition of scientific and technical performance competence for tasks in pre-service and continuous vocational education and training, and in human resource development. The following tasks are essential: Teaching in vocational education and further vocational education Administrative tasks in institutions of vocational education and further vocational education Administrative and concept designing tasks in projects of vocational education Administrative and concept designing tasks in teacher education for the vocational education area Research activities in vocational education and further vocational education as well as in adult education Administrative activities and organisation in corporate human resources development The study programme extends and intensifies existing knowledge and experience in the domains of project planning, design, and evaluation of vocational education as well as adult education and human resource development according to varying country-specific contexts. The study programme aims at showing students how to further the manifold integration of a vocational education system, from measures and projects of vocational education and further education, into the structure of a society. Students will be able to put the resulting influences and developments into practice. The training should enable graduates to work in institutions of vocational education and further vocational education, universities and research institutes, administration, planning and consultancy bureaus, human resources and education departments in economic enterprises and in national and international organisations, which deal with the development of human resources on national or regional levels.

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

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How do I apply to Vocational Education and Personnel Capacity Building at Dresden University of Technology?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Vocational Education and Personnel Capacity Building at Dresden University of Technology

Is Vocational Education and Personnel Capacity Building at Dresden University of Technology 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 Vocational Education and Personnel Capacity Building 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 Vocational Education and Personnel Capacity Building at Dresden University of Technology? ▼

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 Vocational Education and Personnel Capacity Building? ▼

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 Dresden University of Technology — 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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