Innovative teaching and examination formats (e.g. project work, case work, research-based learning, blended learning, journal club, portfolio examination, poster presentations on research and practice, educational conferences). Demand-based specialisation options (substantive focus areas, research- and practice-focused). International window and many international contacts. Small study groups and individual support. Advice services by students for students. Everything in one building. Active student body and excellent working relationship between student body and institute management.

Erasmus

Technology for students, iPads, comprehensive access to literature databases and E-Books via the university library.

Research at the Educational Science institute focuses on the fields of education and counselling throughout life. Particular attention will be paid to (1) individual competence development, (2) professionalisation in education and counselling and (3) the learning and change processes of (educational) organisations. Scientifically and socially highly relevant questions from the fields early childhood, school, vocational and employment are examined in interdisciplinary and internationally relevant projects.

Mentoring by professors as part of the projects of the university’s Transfer Agency (Hei_Innovation)

Graduates of the degree programmes will be active in professional fields related to client-centred activities (further education, counselling, further education, training, courses), organisation-centred activities (administration, planning, organisation), activities of competence and knowledge acquisition (training and further education measures, further education, training, courses) as well as competence and knowledge acquisition (educational research).