Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Education and Educational Science is a six-semester program that provides students with a comprehensive education in the field of education. The program is designed to equip students with the theoretical and methodological foundations of educational science, as well as practical skills and competencies in a chosen area of specialization.

Program Structure

The program consists of a main subject, a minor subject, a cross-disciplinary area, and an elective area. The main subject is Education and Educational Science, which includes courses in general education, educational psychology, and a chosen area of specialization. The minor subject can be chosen from a range of fields, including psychology, sociology, and philosophy. The cross-disciplinary area includes courses in study and career orientation, as well as a practical internship. The elective area allows students to choose courses from other faculties or departments.

Areas of Specialization

Students can choose from three areas of specialization:

• Sozialpädagogik/Kinder- und Jugendbildung (Social Pedagogy/Child and Youth Education)
• Erwachsenen- und Weiterbildung (Adult and Continuing Education)
• Behindertenpädagogik – Inklusion und Partizipation bei Behinderung und Benachteiligung (Special Needs Education – Inclusion and Participation for People with Disabilities and Disadvantages)

Admission Requirements

Admission to the program requires a high school diploma or equivalent. International students must also demonstrate proficiency in German. The program has a limited number of places available, and admission is based on a selection process.

Career Prospects

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in a range of fields, including education, social work, and adult education. They can also go on to study for a master's degree in education or a related field.

Prerequisites for the Bachelor's Thesis

To be eligible to write a bachelor's thesis, students must have completed all the required coursework and have a minimum grade point average of 3.0. The thesis must be written in German and must demonstrate the student's ability to conduct independent research and analysis.

Internship

The program includes a practical internship, which is usually completed during the summer semester. The internship provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in a chosen field and to apply the theoretical knowledge they have acquired during their studies.

Study Abroad

Students can spend one or more semesters studying abroad, either through the Erasmus program or through other exchange programs. The university has partnerships with a range of universities around the world, and students can choose from a variety of destinations.

Downloads and Links

• Antrag auf Anerkennung von Studienleistungen (Application for Recognition of Academic Achievements)
• Auswahlverfahren (Selection Process)
• Broschüre zum Berufspraktikum (Brochure on the Practical Internship)
• Fachspezifische Bestimmungen (Subject-Specific Regulations)
• Modulhandbuch FüB (Module Handbook for the Cross-Disciplinary Area)
• Prüfungsordnung (Examination Regulations)
• Studienübersicht B.A.-HF EuB (Study Overview for the B.A. in Education and Educational Science)
• Studienübersicht Module der Studienschwerpunkte (Study Overview for the Areas of Specialization)

Informationsveranstaltung zum Abschlussmodul

The next information event on the bachelor's thesis will take place on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 4:15 pm to 5:45 pm in the lecture hall (Von-Melle-Park 8). All current information can be found here.

Orientierungseinheit für Studienanfänger:innen

The orientation unit for first-year students takes place every winter semester in the week before the start of lectures and offers an ideal opportunity to get to know the university, the study structures, and future fellow students. Further information, specific dates, etc. can be found here.