BA Specialization in Mental Development (Teacher Training) at TU Dortmund University

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Specialization in Mental Development is a 6-semester bachelor’s programme in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at TU Dortmund University, taught in German. It forms part of the teacher education offer for the stated school types. Students work with topics such as basic knowledge of intellectual impairments and developmental processes; diagnostics/assessment and support for intellectual disabilities: identifying support needs and designing individual learning programs.

Faculty: Department of Rehabilitation Sciences  |  Department: Rehabilitation Sciences  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught; Lehramt (teacher training) for school type(s): SP  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Topics include basic knowledge of intellectual impairments and developmental processes; diagnostics/assessment and support for intellectual disabilities: identifying support needs and designing individual learning programs; didactics and methodology in the area of intellectual development; assisted communication; interdisciplinary collaboration. Modules build on one another following a recommended study plan per semester, with module descriptions in the published module manual. Practical component: two internships, including an Aptitude and Orientation Internship (EOP) of at least 25 days recommended in the 2nd or 3rd semester.

Career pathways

The Bachelor’s degree is a first professional qualification but does not alone qualify for teaching at schools; a Master of Education is required for that. Graduates can also work in various educational and non-educational fields.

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