How is the study program structured?
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The standard period of study up to the master's degree is four semesters. Depending on the focus, students continue their studies of engineering modules in either the mechanical or electrical engineering department. In addition, they deepen their technical didactic competencies in order to be able to successfully implement and convey the contents of their chosen specialization in vocational teaching or educational programs. The second subject already chosen in the bachelor's program, including the associated subject didactics, is also deepened and completes the subject profile. In-depth modules in vocational and business education are also integrated into the interdisciplinary core studies in education and social sciences. The students acquire a comprehensive knowledge of educational science and technical didactics for the profession of a teacher at vocational schools in industrial-technical professions. Central components here are also phases of school-based professional practice and practice-oriented research on vocational teaching, on the professionalization of vocational school teachers and on the vocational education system.
The master's program concludes with the successful completion of the master's thesis. The master's degree is a prerequisite for pursuing the teaching profession at vocational schools - the subsequent attendance of the preparatory service concludes with the second state examination.
Sample study plans
The degree program in Vocational Education with a specialization in Electrical Engineering (Master of Education) qualifies students primarily for teaching positions at vocational schools that have trainees in the vocational field of electrical engineering (e.g. electronics technicians for industrial engineering, electronics technicians for energy and building technology, information electronics technicians) or corresponding full-time school forms (e.g. specialized secondary school, vocational school, technical college).
The subject-specific study components are offered by the Department of Electrical Engineering and correspond to the courses for electrical engineers.
The subject didactic study components are offered by the Institute for Vocational Education (IBB) of the Department 07.
More information: www.uni-kassel.de/technikdidaktik
The Department of Electrical Engineering (FB 16) is located at the site ,,Wilhelmshöher Allee".
Dean's Office FB16:
Wilhelmshöher Allee 73, Room 1329
Student Services:
Hans-Dieter Berdelsmann, Tel. 0561-804 6423
The study program Vocational Education with a specialization in Metal Technology (Master of Education) qualifies students primarily for teaching positions at vocational schools that have trainees in the vocational field of metal technology (e.g. industrial mechanics, cutting machine operators, metal workers, plant mechanics, automotive mechatronics) or corresponding full-time school forms (e.g. specialized secondary school, vocational school, specialized school for technology).
The subject-related scientific study components are offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering and correspond to the courses offered by mechanical engineers.
The subject-specific didactic study components are offered by the Institute for Vocational Education (IBB) of the Department 07.
More information: www.uni-kassel.de/technikdidaktik
The Department of Mechanical Engineering (FB 15) is located at the site ,,Holländischer Platz".
Dean's office FB15:
Mönchebergstraße 7, Room 3214
Student Services:
Irmtraut Schiller, Tel. 0651-804 3733
Helmut Thiel, Tel. 0561-804 2641
The didactics of metal technology and electrical engineering (technology didactics) combines the engineering components with the educational core studies. It deals with the qualification requirements, the educational goals and the methodical design of teaching-learning processes in the respective technical professions and school types.
The technical didactic study components are offered by the Institute for Vocational Education.
Bachelor's degree program in vocational education:
- Module TD 1: Didactic theory of technology (6 C, 4 SWS)
- Module TD 2: Technology didactic curriculum development (6 C, 4 SWS)
- Module TD project 1: Technology didactic project (6 C, 4 SWS)
Master's program in vocational education:
- Module TD 3: Technology didactic learning process design (6 C, 4 SWS)
- Module TD Project 2: Technology didactic project (6 C, 4 SWS)
Further information: www.uni-kassel.de/technikdidaktik/
Institute for Vocational Education (IBB)
Heinrich-Plett-Straße 40
Institute Secretariat:
Ilona Becker, R. 1203, Tel. 0561-804 4597
Student Services:
Wolfgang Kirchhoff, R. 1205, Tel. 0561-804 4133
For the teaching profession at vocational schools in Hesse, it is necessary to study a second general education subject in addition to the vocational subject. This is becoming increasingly important due to the growing number of students in further education school types (e.g. vocational schools, technical colleges, vocational grammar schools).
The educational and social science program lays the general foundations for the teaching profession and is offered in an interdisciplinary manner by the disciplines of education, philosophy, political science, psychology, psychoanalysis, sociology, and vocational education.
In the bachelor's degree program in professional education, the following basic modules must be studied in the core curriculum:
Module 1C: Introduction to Vocational and Business Education (4 C). Module 2: Teaching and Learning in Vocational Education and Training (6 C) |
In the Master's program in Vocational Education, two of the following in-depth modules must be studied in the core program:
Module 6: Teaching and learning in vocational education and training (8 C) |
At least half of the basic and advanced modules must be studied with a focus on vocational education.
Further information:
Department of Core Studies
Uni Location Holl. Platz,
Nora-Platiel-Straße 1,
R. 2220
Phone: 0561 / 804-3619
General objectives
- To initiate and develop the first steps of a pedagogically thought-out and responsible teaching and school activity.
- Gathering experiences regarding teaching, school, and the teaching profession.
- Getting to know different ways of teaching through observation.
- Reflection of experiences and own ideas.
- Creation of a basis for an in-depth examination of the educational and social science, general didactic, subject didactic and subject science aspects of school and teaching.
The School Practical Studies SPS 1 and SPS 2a are offered by the Institute for Vocational Education. The School Practical Studies of the second subject (SPS 2b) are the responsibility of the corresponding departments (see page Second Subjects).
Responsible in IBB:
Metal Technology Specialization
Ralf Johannesmann, AVZ, Room 1208
Tel. 0561-804 4306
Electrical Technology Specialization
Sigurd Wachenfeld, AVZ, Room 1206
Tel. 0561-804 4304
Further information: www.uni-kassel.de/technikdidaktik/
Department of Core Studies
Uni Location Holl. Platz,
Nora-Platiel-Straße 1, R. 2220
Phone: 0561 / 804-3619
For subsequent employment as a vocational school teacher in the fields of metal or electrical engineering, it is absolutely essential to have basic practical skills in relevant occupations and to have experienced typical company work processes for oneself in various work situations (industrial production, workshop work, construction site work).
For the tiered course of studies in vocational education introduced from WS 07/08 a relevant vocational training or at least a 48-week company internship must be completed.
Responsible at IBB:
Wolfgang Kirchhoff, Room 1205
Tel. 0561-804 4133
Office
Ute Wiedmann, Room 1204
Tel. 0561-804 4391