Inclusion Studies
Overview
Degree:
Master of Arts
International focus:
Double-degree programmes
Duration:
4 semesters
Course Start:
Winter semester
Restrictions:
Without NC
1
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Contents of the subject Inclusion Studies
This degree programme will start in the winter semester of 2027/28. Please note that the information on this page is subject to the pending decision. The M.A. Inclusion Studies combines Educational Science, Social Sciences and Sociology, as well as Psychology and Social Work with a clear international perspective on inclusive education. The degree programme offers academic depth and strong practical relevance. Alongside theories of inclusion and methods of empirical social research, inclusion is examined from a comparative perspective as a key challenge facing European societies and education systems. This is complemented by insights into professional practice within inclusive organisations and fields of activity.
The programme is designed as a multiple degree (3 separate degrees) and takes place across three locations at European partner universities: Ostrava, Czechia (1st semester, starting with a joint summer school), Bielefeld, Germany (2nd semester), and Suceava, Romania (3rd semester). All students in a year group complete the relevant semester together on site at each location; the Master’s thesis is written in the 4th semester with a free choice of location.
The programme also provides foundational skills in project and team leadership, consultancy, and strategic concept development. Career perspectives include research, teaching/training, NGOs, education policy, project management, and roles as a conceptual expert.
Contact persons
International focus
Double-degree programmes
Ostravská univerzita; Universitatea „Ștefan cel Mare” din Suceava
In this programme, an international multiple degree is possible in cooperation with the Ostravská univerzita (Czech Republic) and Universitatea „Ștefan cel Mare” din Suceava (Romania). For more information, please visit the information page on double degree programmes of the International Office of Bielefeld University.
English-language course
This course is an English-language degree programme that can only be studied entirely in English. This degree programme is not available in German. Further information and advice can be found on the website of the subject and on the information page on international courses at Bielefeld University.
What are the access requirements?
Access to the Master programme is granted to those who can provide evidence that they have a first university degree which has a standard period of study of at least six semesters, qualifies for exercising a profession and is in accordance with the subject-specific regulations.
In any case, please read the specific Admission requirements for this Masters programme in the Subject-specific regulations (PDF).
Degrees from accredited Bachelor programmes at German ‘Berufsakademien’ are equivalent to Bachelor degrees from universities.
Applicants with a university degree obtained abroad are granted access provided that the degree they have acquired is deemed sufficient for this purpose and they can provide evidence of the required language skills.
Further information on the application process for prospective international students and the language requirements.
Please note that all information regarding applications, access and admission is provided solely by the University of Ostrava; even the links mentioned above for prospective international students, regarding language requirements and for applicants with a foreign certificate of education, are not binding in this respect.
General information regarding the approval requirements can be found on the NEOLAiA alliance website and on University of Ostrava's website.
Please note that the Bachelor's certificate must be submitted by 15 July at the latest.
There is a single application and admissions process for all three universities, which is managed by University of Ostrava. The selection process (admission and enrolment) and the final decision on who may be enroled or registered are subject to the regulations of the University of Ostrava.
Please also read the subject-specific regulations ('Studien- und Prüfungsordnung'), which are decisive for all applicable regulations.
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
What formalities are important?
Course start
Studies can be commenced only in winter semester.
Length and scope of studies
The standard period of studies is 4 semesters. Information on studying part time.
The studies Inclusion Studies comprise 120 credit points.
Application, admission, and enrolment
Please note that all information regarding applications, access and admission is provided solely by the University of Ostrava; even the links mentioned above for prospective international students, regarding language requirements and for applicants with a foreign certificate of education, are not binding in this respect.
The application period for this degree programme runs from 15 November to 15 March for enrolment in the following winter semester. It is not possible to enrol for the summer semester. Applications must be submitted exclusively via the University of Ostrava’s application system and not via Bielefeld University.
There is a single application and admissions process for all three universities, which is managed by University of Ostrava. The selection process (admission and enrolment) and the final decision on who may be enroled or registered are subject to the regulations of the University of Ostrava. Please note that the number of study places is limited to 21.
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
The courses
You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.
An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.
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The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2026/27 and summer semester 2027.
Information on NC values from previous years
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Overview
Degree:
Master of Arts
International focus:
Double-degree programmes
Duration:
4 semesters
Course Start:
Winter semester
Restrictions:
Without NC
1
Apply now!
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