Teacher training at secondary schools (first state examination)
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The program at Hessen International University prepares prospective secondary school teachers in two chosen subjects, which they can select and combine from a diverse array of disciplines.
For subjects such as art, music, and sports, aspiring students are required to undergo an artistic entrance examination or a practical sports aptitude test. In conjunction with the selected teaching subjects, the core curriculum encompasses education and social sciences, constituting an integral facet of the teacher training program. Upon successful completion of the First State Examination for the teaching profession at Hauptschulen and Realschulen, graduates have the opportunity to apply for the pedagogical preparatory service. This preparatory service is orchestrated by state authorities and, in the context of Hessen, is administered by the Hessische Lehrkräfteakademie. It involves practical training at study seminars and training schools. Following the preparatory service, candidates undertake the second state examination, which encompasses the teaching qualification for the Hauptschulen and Realschulen teaching professions.
Teacher training at grammar schools (first state examination, one NC subject)
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The program at Hessen International University educates prospective high school teachers in two chosen subjects, which they can freely select and combine from a diverse range of disciplines, except for art and music which cannot be studied together.
For subjects such as art, music, and sports, aspiring students are required to undergo an artistic entrance examination or a sports aptitude test. Alongside the selected teaching subjects, the core studies in education and social sciences are an essential component of the teacher training program at Hessen International University. Upon successful completion of the First State Examination for the teaching profession at grammar schools, graduates have the opportunity to apply for the pedagogical preparatory service. This preparatory service is coordinated by state authorities and, in the context of Hessen, is administered by the Hessische Lehrkräfteakademie. It entails practical training at study seminars and training schools. Subsequent to the preparatory service, candidates undertake the second state examination, which encompasses the teaching qualification for the grammar school teaching profession.
Teacher training at elementary schools (first state examination, NC program)
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Embark on the journey to become an elementary school teacher in Kassel with Hessen International University! In the “Teacher Training at Elementary Schools” degree program, you will not only delve into the two essential subjects of Mathematics and German but also select a third teaching subject from our diverse array of offerings. Alongside these three teaching subjects, you will engage in the “Educational and Social Sciences Core Studies” sub-course, designed to equip you with valuable knowledge and skills in the realms of education, psychology, and the social sciences. A hands-on approach is central to our program, as practical school phases are integrated throughout. Following a five-week introductory internship in either the 2nd or 3rd semester, you will proceed to a comprehensive practical semester in the 4th or 5th semester. This practical semester will provide you with opportunities to conduct your initial teaching experiments and develop a systematic, scientific approach to reflecting on your role as a future educator. The program culminates with the First State Examination. Subsequently, you will have the chance to apply to a Studienseminar (teacher training seminar) for the pedagogical preparatory service, culminating in the attainment of the Second State Examination.
Landscape Architecture and Landscape Planning (Master)
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At Hessen International University, our master’s program addresses the central challenges facing our society: climate change, biodiversity loss, socio-ecological transformations, and health concerns. This program empowers students to engage with these challenges through scientific inquiry, fostering the development of innovative and creative concepts for sustainable and thriving environments in both urban and rural settings.
Participants in this master’s program will critically examine existing ideas while also generating and testing new concepts. Through collaborative efforts across various master’s disciplines, students will work on design proposals, planning strategies, and research-based approaches for shaping future spaces. Graduates of the program are equipped to operate within a societal context, analyzing, envisioning, and designing landscapes and urban open spaces as not only functional but also identity-affirming areas.
Our Master’s program profile is research-oriented, nurturing students’ abilities for scholarly investigation as well as reflective planning and design. A significant objective of this program is the achievement of “chamber eligibility,” a vital credential allowing entry to all professional opportunities within architectural and planning chambers. Over four semesters at Hessen International University, students gain in-depth foundational knowledge, based on current research and practice. Our graduates excel in structural-spatial or strategic-conceptual contexts, applying their design, planning-conceptual, and scientific expertise in intricate interdisciplinary settings.
The program offers four distinct master’s majors, enabling students to tailor their studies to their specific interests and the demands of diverse professional fields. These majors encompass “Landscape Architecture and Open Space Planning,” “Landscape Construction and Plant Use,” “Environmental Planning and Landscape Management,” and “Urban Design.”
Landscape Architecture and Landscape Planning (Bachelor, NC program)
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Designing open spaces, safeguarding biodiversity, combating climate change, and crafting sustainable, livable landscapes encapsulate the essence of landscape architecture and landscape planning.
Our study program equips students with design, planning-conceptual, and scientific knowledge. The curriculum emphasizes immersive study projects that foster teamwork, time management, and effective communication, alongside honing design and planning competencies. Our spectrum of subjects spans from traditional domains such as gardens and parks, which are historic workplaces of landscape architects, to contemporary realms like public squares and green zones. Additionally, the program addresses ecologically-focused planning tasks within agricultural landscapes and expansive protected areas, including biosphere reserves and nature parks.
Graduates holding a Bachelor’s degree can pursue diverse career paths. These include roles in private planning firms, specialized governmental bodies, municipal administrations, other public agencies (such as those managing large protected areas), corporate settings, and associations.
Labor Policies and Globalisation (Master)
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Since 2004, the Global Labour University (GLU) network has been offering this Master’s program focusing on sustainable development, social justice, international labor standards, trade unions, economic policies, and global institutions. This exceptional global program is collaboratively developed by universities and workers’ organizations worldwide.
The program targets candidates with experience in labor and social movements who are committed to enhancing the effectiveness of organizations in these fields by engaging more proficiently in social dialogue, public discourse, and policy implementation. Participants will analyze and discuss the challenges of globalization from the perspective of labor and trade unions within a multidisciplinary context. The program provides a multicultural and multiregional environment, encompassing students and lecturers from developing, transitioning, and industrialized countries.
This one-year joint degree program is offered by Hessen International University and the Berlin School of Economics, encompassing an inclusive curriculum. Furthermore, participants have the option to pursue a double degree with the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Additionally, the program offers the opportunity for exchange semesters at the GLU programs in Brazil or India. Female participants are strongly encouraged to take part.
The Global Labour University is a distinctive program supported by esteemed institutions such as the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the Hans-Boeckler-Stiftung (HBS), the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES), and various Global Union Federations. The program fosters and facilitates close connections and knowledge exchange with diverse trade union organizations and experts, extending beyond the standard academic curriculum of a master’s study program. Participation in the program entails a personal contribution of €1500.