Master
German
Social Sciences
Vocational Education in Health
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
About the Program
In the Master's degree course in Vocational Education in Health, students deepen their knowledge of vocational education and specialist science and are qualified to teach the subject of health at different types of schools. The course builds on the Bachelor's degree course in Vocational Education in Health at Fulda University of Applied Sciences and takes place in cooperation with the latter. In addition to the "classic" variant, which opens the door to the second phase of teacher training (the traineeship) and concludes with a Master of Education, there is also the option of taking on the second subject of nursing from the Bachelor's degree and obtaining a Master of Arts at the end of the course. Depending on the degree, different professional fields open up after graduation, ranging from work at vocational schools in the healthcare sector to technical secondary or grammar school courses with a focus on healthcare. In addition, this Master's program qualifies students to teach at vocational schools in the dual system of vocational education (e.g. training as a medical assistant).
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In the Master's degree course in Vocational Education in Health, students deepen their knowledge of vocational education and specialist science and are qualified to teach the subject of health at different types of schools. The course builds on the Bachelor's degree course in Vocational Education in Health at Fulda University of Applied Sciences and takes place in cooperation with the latter. In addition to the "classic" variant, which opens the door to the second phase of teacher training (the traineeship) and concludes with a Master of Education, there is also the option of taking on the second subject of nursing from the Bachelor's degree and obtaining a Master of Arts at the end of the course. Depending on the degree, different professional fields open up after graduation, ranging from work at vocational schools in the healthcare sector to technical secondary or grammar school courses with a focus on healthcare. In addition, this Master's program qualifies students to teach at vocational schools in the dual system of vocational education (e.g. training as a medical assistant).
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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How do I apply to Vocational Education in Health at Universität Kassel?
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.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- 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 in Health at Universität Kassel
Is Vocational Education in Health at Universität Kassel 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 in Health 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 in Health at Universität Kassel? ▼
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 in Health? ▼
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 Kassel — 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.