Educational Sciences Educational Science (Secondary and Comprehensive Schools ('Haupt-', 'Real-', 'Sekundar-' and 'Gesamtschule'))

Overview

Degree: Bachelor
Duration: 6 semesters
Course Start: Winter semester & summer semester
Restrictions: Without NC 1
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Research-based education
The Faculty of Educational Science at Bielefeld University offers a sound education based on current research findings in the educational sciences. Students deal intensively with theories of education, socialisation and upbringing, which gives them a deep understanding of the theoretical foundations.

Practice-orientated modules
The degree programme includes practical elements such as the orientation internship and the occupational practice studies. These practical experiences promote the direct application of theoretical knowledge in school contexts and prepare students for the demands of the teaching profession.

Differentiation and inclusion
Students acquire important competences in the field of inclusive pedagogy and differentiation. This knowledge is crucial in order to respond to the different needs of pupils and create an inclusive learning environment.

Individual profile development
The degree programme allows students to create an individual profile by choosing modules. Students can deepen their interests in various areas of educational sciences, be it special education, didactics or educational psychology.

Future-orientated qualification
The programme not only prepares students for the teaching profession at schools, but also opens up prospects in other pedagogical professional fields. This versatility of the qualification meets the requirements of the modern education market and promotes professional flexibility.
Following their bachelor’s and master courses, as well as the preparatory service, teachers take on a varied, complex and socially responsible role. They shape teaching and learning processes, support and encourage pupils in their personal development, and empower them to shape their future as mature and responsible citizens. Career prospects are generally positive, as the demand for qualified teachers is set to continue into the future. Key factors influencing successful recruitment later on include the type of school chosen and the combination of subjects, regional demand, personal mobility and flexibility, as well as decisions and priorities in education policy. Assessments of recruitment prospects are available, for example, from the Ministry of Education of North Rhine-Westphalia. 
When choosing subjects, it is also important to take your own interests into account so that you can later teach the subjects you are interested in with enthusiasm. Furthermore, considering the age of the pupils in the respective school types is helpful in making an informed decision. 

Access to the Bachelor programme is granted to those who have a university entrance qualification suitable for Germany (e. g. German ‘Abitur’).

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.

Course start

Studies can be commenced in both winter and summer semesters. Courses are targeted to commencing studies in winter semester. Student counselling to plan the course of studies is recommended.

Length and scope of studies

The standard period of studies is 6 semesters. Information on studying part time.

The studies Educational Science (Secondary and Comprehensive Schools ('Haupt-', 'Real-', 'Sekundar-' and 'Gesamtschule')) Educational Sciences comprise 60 credit points.

Find out about the academic structure model and note the possible combinations.

The study places are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines. Afterwards, however, you can submit your application for enrolment directly in the application and status portal, provided that you meet the access requirements.

Step by step to a bachelor programme without NC

Please note that Education Sciences is always a compulsory component of a degree programme with a teaching option (see study structure model) and therefore necessarily requires an application for a study place.

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.

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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.

Possible Combinations

This subject can be combined with the following subjects in the Combined Bachelor's Degree:

Teacher Training Bachelor at Secondary and Comprehensive Schools ('Haupt-', 'Real-', 'Sekundar-' and 'Gesamtschule')

Please note further specifications for the choice of subjects.

As Subject (Teaching Subject) you may choose Art Biology Chemistry English Studies: British and American Studies German Languages and Literatures History Mathematics Music Philosophy Physics Protestant Theology Social Sciences Sports Science Wirtschaft-Politik/Sozialwissenschaften

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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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