International Technical and Vocational Education and Training Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg

The language of instruction is English.

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

• WP Specialisation module (three of four possible choices)
• WP1 Organisational and Human Resource Development
• WP2 Vocational Training for Sustainable Development
• WP3 Methods of In-Company Education
• WP4 Further specialisation module (Research Methods)

8. Master's thesis

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)

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: 15

The curriculum of the ITVET programme includes international elements such as the involvement of foreign guest lecturers and/or possible internships abroad.

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.

2,000 EUR

Currently, the semester fee is 278.90 EUR. It covers services offered by the "Studentenwerk" (student union) and the student representatives. Enrolled students receive the "Deutschlandsemesterticket" for free use of public transport throughout Germany, along with student discounts in the campus cafeteria and more.

A minimum of 992 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.

• 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)

English language skills for non-native speakers (proof valid for max. two years!): minimum TOEFL test outcome of 213 (computer based) or 550 (paper based) or 79 (internet based) or IELTS (min. 6.0)

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)

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 provided for new students. 

Additionally, you may check the following overview:
Scholarships and funding opportunities for international students.

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.

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 174 EUR to 421 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.