Abenteuer- und Erlebnispädagogik (M.A.) – Adventure and Experiential Education at Philipps University of Marburg

Programme overview

Multidisciplinary, international master that teaches the scientific knowledge and methods needed to analyse adventure and experience and their role in education and upbringing. It also trains students to organise adventure- and experience-based educational activities and to act safely.

Faculty: Fachbereich 21 Educational Sciences and Sport Science | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; German-taught | Intake: Winter semester | Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Scientific analysis of adventure and experience in society and in human development, educational potential of adventure education, its European dimension, and organisation of and safety in adventure-education interventions.

Career pathways

Graduates work in youth welfare (open youth work, residential care, child and youth psychiatry, individual education measures) and related educational fields.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree (or comparable) in education, pedagogy, movement and sport science, social work or outdoor education; applicants with another bachelor degree may be admitted with at least 45 credits in education science foundations. Up to 30 additional credits may be required as a condition. International applicants must prove German proficiency at DSH-2 level (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang). English proficiency at CEFR level B2 required. Admission: aptitude assessment procedure (Eignungsfeststellungsverfahren). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 21.08.2026 (German degree); 01.05.2026 to 21.08.2026 (international degree).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-marburg.de/de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerben-und-einschreiben/bewerbung-formalia-fristen

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