International Programmes 2023/2024

International Technical and Vocational Education and Training (ITVET) International Technical and Vocational Education and Training

Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg • Magdeburg

Degree
Through various collaborations with international partner universities, there is the possibility of a "dual degree", i.e., two separate Master's degrees: a Master of Science (MSc) in International Technical and Vocational Education and Training awarded by Otto von Guericke University of Magdeburg and another international degree awarded by one of the cooperating universities.
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

The language of instruction is English.

Mode of study
Hybrid
Programme duration
4 semesters, 6 semesters
Beginning
Winter and summer semester
Application deadline

Winter semester:
15 September (German applicants)
15 April to 15 July (international applicants)

Summer semester:
15 March (German applicants)
15 October to 15 January (international applicants)

Tuition fees per semester in EUR
2,000 EUR
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
Yes
Joint degree / double degree programme
Yes
Description/content

The profile of the Master's programme is oriented towards Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) practice. The focus is on the development and design of vocational education processes and contains modules in specialised didactics, curriculum and media development, VET management, and TVET.

The programme comprises the following modules:

1. Didactics and Methodology of Technical and Vocational Education and Training
2. Structures and Theories of Technical and Vocational Education and Training
3. Learning and Teaching Using Learning Technologies
4. International Comparative Technical and Vocational Education and Training
5. Management and Evaluation of International Technical and Vocational Education and Training
6. Curriculum and Media Development
7. Professional Practical Studies
8. Specialisation module (three of four possible choices)
8.1 Organisational and Human Resource Development
8.2 Vocational Training for Sustainable Development
8.3 Methods of In-Company Education
8.4 Methods of Technical and Vocational Education and Training Research
8.5 Further specialisation module
9. Master's thesis

Course organisation

The programme is studied entirely at the University of Magdeburg and offers a variety of teaching methods (lectures, seminars, excursions, projects, etc.) It can be studied in German or entirely in English. For students without prior work experience, the programme starts with an obligatory practice semester.

Minimum number of students per year: 11

Integrated internships

An internship offers students the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge. An internship of four weeks can be completed during the winter break between the first and the second semester. Programme advisers will assist students in finding an appropriate internship.

Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Pace of course
Instructor-led (Specific due dates for lectures/assignments/exams)
Phase(s) of attendance in Germany (applies to the entire programme)
Yes, compulsory
Types of online learning elements
  • Online sessions
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
2,000 EUR
Semester contribution

Currently, the semester fee is 155.20 EUR. It covers services offered by the "Studentenwerk" (student union) and the student representatives. Enrolled students receive a semester ticket for free use of public transport, student discounts in the campus cafeteria, etc.

Costs of living

A minimum of 861 EUR per month must be budgeted for accommodation, cost of living, health insurance, books, and miscellaneous expenses. In comparison with many other towns and cities, the rental prices in Magdeburg are still relatively low. There are no tuition fees for the majority of programmes, and the semester fee already includes the cost of bus and tram travel within Magdeburg. The following link provides a fair picture of the cost of living in Magdeburg: Finance.

Funding opportunities within the university
Yes
Description of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the university

The university provides a limited number of excellence scholarships. Eligible candidates are students in advanced semesters who clearly show above-average results. Scholarships cannot be granted to new students.

Academic admission requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent awarded by a higher education institution acknowledged in Germany
  • Proof of previous work experience of at least six months
  • Fulfilment of the language requirements (see below)
Language requirements

TOEFL test result of at least 213 (computer-based), 550 (paper-based), or 79 (Internet-based)

Application deadline

Winter semester:
15 September (German applicants)
15 April to 15 July (international applicants)

Summer semester:
15 March (German applicants)
15 October to 15 January (international applicants)

Submit application to

Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg
c/o uni-assist e.V.
11507 Berlin
Germany

uni-assist.de

Possibility of finding part-time employment

It is possible to find a part-time job as a research or student assistant at one of the faculties or in the university administration (maximum: 80 hours per month). Other opportunities are student jobs at different companies, restaurants, and shops. Information on how to find a job can be found on our website: Career Service.

Accommodation

The "Studentenwerk" (student union) in Magdeburg manages the on-campus halls of residence (mostly one- to four-room apartments). Currently, the monthly rent ranges from 200 to 370 EUR per room (approx. 12 to 35 square meters), depending on the size and furnishing. Rooms in the halls of residence are limited in number. The accommodation application can be found on the website of the Studentenwerk.
The Studentenwerk assists all new students in finding adequate accommodation, either on or off campus. Private accommodation is available on the Magdeburg accommodation market. However, fully furnished units are in somewhat short supply.

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Accompanying programme
Supervisor-student ratio
1:11

Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg

University location

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