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Metals Engineering - Vocational Teacher Education at Osnabrück University

Osnabrück University, Germany

Programme overview

In a cooperation that is unique in Lower Saxony, Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences and Osnabrück University jointly offer a Bachelor's and Master's degree course in the field of vocational education. The course is organized in stages. It begins with the Bachelor's degree course in Vocational Education.

Duration: Bachelor 6 semesters (3 years) + Master of Education 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Bachelor: winter semester; Master: winter semester and summer semester  |  Location: Osnabrück, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

Initially, the mathematical, scientific and technical fundamentals of Metals Engineering are taught at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. In the fourth and fifth semesters, the focus is on didactic principles. The Master's degree course "Vocational Teacher Education" can then be completed.

Career pathways

The Master of Education qualifies you to enter the period of school-based training called the Referendariat and subsequently for a career as a school teacher.

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Entry requirements

Admission: Bachelor: admission-free; Master: admission-free. Applicants in possession of international certification must demonstrate sufficient levels of German Language Proficiency. Bachelor of Vocational Education in Cooperation with Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences The German Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Abitur) entitles students to commence a first degree qualification at Osnabrück University. Information on the conditions under which you can apply for this degree course without a general higher education entrance qualification can be found on the Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences website under University Entrance. For the vocational subject area, a completed apprenticeship in a relevant training occupation or a subject-related internship is required before starting the course. Details can be found in the admission regulations for your desired subject area. This program is free of admission. Master of Education To apply for the Master's degree program in Vocational Teacher Education, you must have a qualified Bachelor's degree in Vocational Education. In addition, you must provide evidence of practical work experience in the vocational subject area. Further information can be found in the admission regulations for the Master's degree course. This subject is free of admission.

Intake: Bachelor: winter semester; Master: winter semester and summer semester

Duration: Bachelor 6 semesters (3 years) + Master of Education 4 semesters (2 years)

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