MEd Chemistry (teaching) at Ruhr University Bochum

Programme overview

Chemistry at Ruhr University Bochum is a Master of Education for the teaching profession programme of 4 semesters (2 years), taught in German. What sets it apart: it provides students with both an insight into current didactic research issues and comprehensive hands-on training.

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; German-taught | Intake: Winter and summer semester | Location: Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Specialisation areas: Didactic Methodology, e.g. basic didactic terminology; Media in chemistry classes; Chemistry experiments in class; Teaching-learning processes; Specific scientific disciplines, e.g. technical chemistry; Analytical chemistry; Biochemistry.

Career pathways

Graduates frequently work as secondary-school teachers; as vocational-school teachers; at universities; as editors in the publishing industry; in the PR industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

No numerus clausus (admission-free); apply through the university application service procedure. Language of instruction: German. Applicants are expected to bring: an excellent understanding of chemistry; pleasure in conducting experiments; social skills. Suited for graduates of: Chemistry, B.A. (2) or related subjects.

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://studium.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/en/internationals-application-masters-degree

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