BA Specialization in Physical and Motor Development (Teacher Training) at TU Dortmund University

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Specialization in Physical and Motor 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 medical basics of physical and motor development as well as specific impairments; diagnostics and individual support measures to encourage motor development in students.

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 medical basics of physical and motor development as well as specific impairments; diagnostics and individual support measures to encourage motor development in students; aids, assistive technologies, and assisted communication; designing inclusive learning environments for children with different physical abilities; cooperation with parents, colleagues, and external institutions. 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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