This Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program prepares you to become a teacher for special needs education in Germany. The program focuses on preparing educators for inclusive schooling environments. You will study German or Mathematics as your primary subject, alongside a second teaching subject and educational sciences. A core component includes two specialization areas: 'Special Needs Education and Inclusive Education' and 'Diagnostics and Individual Support in Inclusive Schools'. These correspond to the special needs education fields of 'Learning' and 'Emotional and Social Development' which you will pursue further in a consecutive Master's program.
Graduates are qualified to teach in special needs education at general schools of all types and at special schools. They can work within the special needs focus areas of 'Learning' and 'Emotional and Social Development', contributing to inclusive education and individual support for students.
For applicants whose primary language is not German, proof of German language proficiency according to the DSH examination regulations of the University of Münster is required. Specific subject requirements may apply depending on the chosen main subjects (German or Mathematics).
This program is offered at a public university in Germany, where tuition fees for Bachelor's degrees are generally waived for all students, including international students.
This program leads to a teaching qualification for special needs education in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia.
This program is offered at a public university in Germany, where tuition fees are generally waived for all students, including international students.
You need to have successfully completed secondary education and possess a university entrance qualification for Germany. Proof of German language proficiency, such as a DSH certificate, is also required for non-native German speakers.
The program is a Bachelor's degree, structured to cover chosen subjects, educational sciences, and two special needs education focus areas.
Graduates are qualified to teach in special needs education at general schools and special schools, focusing on 'Learning' and 'Emotional and Social Development'.
Applications are submitted through the university's application portal. You will need to provide your school leaving certificate, academic transcripts, and proof of German language proficiency.
The application period for the Winter Semester is from the beginning of May to July 15th, and for the Summer Semester, it is from the beginning of November to January 15th.