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MA Erziehungs- u. Bildungswissenschaft (single-subject) at University of Rostock

University of Rostock, Germany

Programme overview

Four-semester research-oriented single-subject Master in Educational Science (Erziehungs- und Bildungswissenschaft) building on a Bachelor in educational science or social work. It qualifies students to plan, shape and reconstruct education, upbringing and support processes in the context of socialisation and social structures.

Faculty: Philosophische Fakultät  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester (October)  |  Location: Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

What you will study

Offers three educational-science focus areas, including early intervention (Frühe Hilfen: development of young children facing particular risks) and social pedagogy of childhood and youth.

Career pathways

Careers in out-of-school educational fields, for example child and youth welfare work, social and youth-welfare planning and organisation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first degree qualifying for a profession (usually a Bachelor). No numerus clausus (admission free of restriction). First degree (at least 180 credit points) in educational science or a related field, or an equivalent one. International applicants: German C1 (CEFR).

Intake: Winter semester (October)

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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