Vocational Education – Metal Technology and Electrical Engineering (Master)

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The Master’s in Vocational Education program encompasses the seamless integration of education in both professional work environments and traditional academic settings. It particularly focuses on innovative technologies and the continuous development of lifelong competencies. These aspects are especially pivotal for educators in vocational schools specializing in metal and electrical engineering. Whether their future teaching endeavors lie within these fields or beyond, the program revolves around industrial-technical vocational education. This approach places equal emphasis on staying updated with industrial advancements, catering to diverse learning needs among trainees, and employing modern, research-based teaching methodologies in technology.

Through the Master’s in Vocational Education (M.Ed.) curriculum at Hessen International University, students have the opportunity to delve deeper into the skills they acquired during their bachelor’s degree. They can choose to specialize in either “metal technology” or “electrical engineering.” Moreover, the program welcomes individuals transitioning from engineering courses, broadening its accessibility.

While the program heavily concentrates on teaching subjects, it also mandates comprehensive studies in education and social sciences. These aspects are indispensable components of the teacher training program at Hessen International University.

Spanning four semesters, the program is open for enrollment without stringent admission restrictions. Prerequisites for admission include a bachelor’s degree in vocational education, a minimum of 48 weeks of practical experience within the industrial-technical domain, and a minimum of five weeks of supervised internships in educational settings. Equivalently qualified candidates are also eligible for admission.

Graduates of this program are well-prepared to embark on their teaching careers in vocational schools. They can also contribute to vocational education in non-traditional settings or take on roles involving managerial training, personnel development, and organizational enhancement. Vocational educators closely collaborate with industry and skilled trade experts, underlining the program’s practical orientation.