BSc Technical Education (Teaching Qualification) at University of Stuttgart

The teacher training qualification for vocational schools (Technical Education) offers an exciting opportunity to acquire practical knowledge and skills and to pass these on after graduation. As a future vocational school teacher, you will not only impart subject knowledge but also support young people on their path to a successful career – and we specifically prepare you for this role. The Technical Education study programme is designed to develop your expertise as well as your pedagogical skills.

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The programme begins with the fundamentals of the chosen major as well as the foundational module in pedagogy and technical didactics. The specific content depends on the chosen major, but the focus of the first two semesters is on mathematics and other fundamental lectures of the engineering major. Based on experience, the first two semesters are the most demanding in terms of workload.

Career pathways

Most of our graduates work as high school teachers, sometimes also at comprehensive schools or vocational schools. However, some students also complete their teaching qualification and go on to work in other fields. Outstanding student teachers have the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree studies.

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