Program Overview

Introduction to the Program

The Kandidatuddannelsen i Uddannelsesvidenskab (Master's Program in Education Science) is a two-year graduate program offered by Aarhus University. The program focuses on the development and leadership of people and organizations in the field of education.

Program Structure

The program consists of four semesters, with the following structure:

• 1st semester: Udvikling og ledelse af mennesker og organisationer (Development and Leadership of People and Organizations) and Metodologi i kvalitativt perspektiv (Methodology in Qualitative Perspective)
• 2nd semester: Forvaltning og styring af uddannelse og pædagogisk praksis (Administration and Management of Education and Pedagogical Practice) and Kvantitative metoder (Quantitative Methods)
• 3rd semester: Evaluering og måling (Evaluation and Measurement) and Specialisering (Specialization)
• 4th semester: Speciale (Master's Thesis)

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Education Science or a related field
• English proficiency equivalent to Danish B-level
• Danish proficiency equivalent to Danish A-level (for non-Danish speaking applicants)

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in various fields, including:

• Education administration and management
• Human resource development and leadership
• Research and evaluation
• Policy development and analysis
• Consulting and advisory services

Specialization Options

The program offers two specialization options:

• Forvaltning og styring af uddannelse og pædagogik (Administration and Management of Education and Pedagogy)
• Udvikling og ledelse af mennesker og organisationer (Development and Leadership of People and Organizations)

Research Areas

The program covers a range of research areas, including:

• Education policy and governance
• Pedagogy and didactics
• Organizational development and leadership
• Human resource development and management
• Evaluation and assessment

Tuition Fees

The program is free for EU/EEA citizens, while non-EU/EEA citizens are required to pay tuition fees.

Language of Instruction

The program is taught in Danish, but some courses may be offered in English.

Campus Location

The program is offered at Aarhus University's campus in Aarhus or Copenhagen.

Study Abroad Opportunities

Students have the opportunity to study abroad for one semester at a partner university.

Project-Oriented Course

In the third semester, students can choose to take a project-oriented course, which allows them to work on a real-world project in collaboration with an organization or company.

Study Life

The program is a full-time study program, and students are expected to dedicate 37 hours per week to their studies. The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in education science, as well as practical skills and experience.

Contact Information

For more information about the program, please contact the study guidance office at Aarhus University.