Program Overview

Program Overview

The Pedagogics B.A. program at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is a six-semester, full-time program that focuses on the fundamentals of educational and social research and vocational pedagogy. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of pedagogical theories, methods, and practices, as well as the skills to analyze and reflect on pedagogical problems.

Program Structure

The program consists of a compulsory area worth 103 credit points (ECTS), which includes the subjects "Fundamentals of Pedagogy" and "Specialization in Pedagogy," as well as interdisciplinary qualifications (key qualifications) worth 6 credit points (ECTS). The bachelor's thesis module, a supplementary compulsory elective subject, and an internship are also compulsory components of the program.

Compulsory Subjects

The compulsory subject "Fundamentals of Pedagogy" consists of five modules:

• Pedagogical Foundations
• Fundamentals of Vocational Education
• Scientific Work
• Didactics and Methodology
• Organization and Fields of Action in Vocational Education

The compulsory subject "Specialization in Pedagogy" contains four modules:

• Applied Methods of Educational Research
• In-depth module Fields of Action
• Vocational Training Policy
• General Pedagogy and Educational Sciences

Elective Subjects

Students can choose their supplementary compulsory elective subject from the following subjects:

• German Literature
• History
• History of Art
• Media Culture: Theory and Practice (MKTP)
• Philosophy
• Sociology
• Technology Assessment

Internship

The program includes a professional internship of at least six weeks, which provides students with practical experience in planning, implementing, and reflecting on teaching-learning arrangements.

Bachelor's Thesis

The bachelor's thesis is an academic paper that allows students to apply and deepen the knowledge and skills they have acquired during their studies. The thesis usually deals with a pedagogical issue and requires independent research, analysis, and the preparation of a written paper.

Qualification Profile

The graduate of the Pedagogics B.A. program has a versatile qualification profile, with a focus on dealing with learning and competence development, as well as the social development of the vocational education and training system and occupations. The graduate is prepared for activities in career counseling, continuing vocational education and training, personnel development, and personnel management.

Career Prospects

The program opens up professional fields of activity wherever professional teaching and learning take place. The focus of the work will be on planning, organizing, and designing educational processes with different groups, learning occasions, and problems.

Admission and Language Requirements

To be admitted to the program, students must have a higher education entrance qualification (HZB) and sufficient knowledge of the German language, which corresponds to at least level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Application Portal

The application portal for the program is available online, and students can apply for the first semester or a higher semester.

Contacts

For further information, students can contact the Student Advisory Service (ZSB) or the International Students Office.

Printed Matter

The program offers various printed materials, including a flyer and a booklet, which provide more information about the program and its requirements.

Module Handbook

The module handbook for the program is available online and provides a description of the modules and their subject assignment, as well as a study plan.

Statutes and Regulations

The program is governed by various statutes and regulations, including the admission regulations, studies and examination regulations, and the teaching calendar.

Teaching Calendar and Course Catalog

The teaching calendar and course catalog for the program are available online and provide information about the lectures, seminars, and other courses offered during the semester.