MA Educational Research on Learning and Instruction at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)

Programme overview

The Master’s degree program in Empirical Educational Research gives you profound insights into the current fields of action of empirical educational research. Find out more about non-formal and formal areas of education, the use of digital media in learning environments and the impact this has on quality in educational institutions. Delve into the many and varied aspects of heterogeneity and diversity or explore international comparative studies and education systems.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Theology | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; German-taught; part-time option | Intake: Summer semester, Winter semester | Location: Erlangen, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

The degree program consists of nine modules and the Master’s thesis. Each of the nine modules accounts for 10 ECTS credits, the Master’s thesis accounts for 30 ECTS credits. Modules 1 and 2 teach and explore the basics of education science.

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Entry requirements

Admission: Master: Qualification assessment. Application deadline: Winter semester: 15.07.; Summer semester: 15.01.. Requirements: Students can apply if they have 140 ECTS credits or more. The Bachelor’s degree certificate can be submitted up to one year after starting the Master’s degree program. Anyone who has acquired at least 10 ECTS credits in the area of education or in statistics/research methods can apply. If necessary, students can gain up to 20 more ECTS credits in the area of education during their first year of study. At least one year after admission to the Master’s degree program, all students must have obtained 30 ECTS credits in the area of education science. Application process Application process for internationals Apply now for a degree programThe first step towards your studies begins with the online application. Apply now Student advice and more

Intake: Summer semester, Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.campo.fau.de/qisserver/pages/cs/sys/portal/hisinoneStartPage.faces?sessionlanguage=en&page=Applicants

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