Information Technology - Vocational Teacher Education
Bachelor of Vocational Education + Master of Vocational Education
Students studying towards a degree in Vocational Teacher Education will first study the six-semester-long degree program Bachelor of Vocational Education. You are required to combine a vocational specialization with a general education subject. Subsequently, you have to take the four-semester-long degree program Master of Vocational Education in the same subjects, for which you must (re)apply. The Master of Education degree is a prerequisite for admission to the period of school-based training called the Referendariat.
At the beginning of the course, students are taught the mathematical, scientific and technical fundamentals of information technology at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. These are supplemented in the fourth and fifth semesters with subject-specific didactic skills. The subsequent Master's degree course offers in-depth modules on technology as well as didactics.
Facts
Standard period of study:
Bachelor: 6 semesters
Master: 4 semesters
Language of instruction:
German
Admission
Bachelor: admission restricted Numerus Clausus
Start of studies:
Winter semester
Master: expected WS 2026/27
Degree:
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Master of Education (M.Ed.), depending on the professional specialization.
In the field of vocational education, Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences and Osnabrück University jointly offer a Bachelor's and Master's degree course in Information Technology.
At the beginning of the course, students are taught the mathematical, scientific and technical basics of information technology at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. These are supplemented in the fourth and fifth semesters with subject-specific didactic skills. The subsequent Master's degree course offers in-depth modules on technology as well as didactics.
The course is organized in stages. It begins with the Bachelor's degree course in Vocational Education. This can be followed by the Master's degree course "Vocational Teacher Education", for which a new application is required. The vocational subject of information technology must be studied in combination with a general education subject (chemistry, German, English, Protestant religion, computer science, Islamic religion, Catholic religion, mathematics, physics, Spanish or sport) as well as vocational and business education.
A course of study in Vocational Teacher Education is divided into several stages. After graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Vocational Education, you are required to take a Master in Vocational Education, for which you have to (re)apply. The Master of Education degree is a prerequisite for admission to the period of school-based training called the Referendariat.
You are required to combine a vocational specialization with a general education subject. Information about possible combinations, the content of the program and general program schedules can be accessed at Vocational Teacher Education.
General information about university admissions may be accessed at Admission Requirements. Applicants in possession of international certification must demonstrate sufficient levels of German Language Proficiency.
Bachelor of Vocational Education in Cooperation with Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences
The German Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Abitur) entitles students to commence a first degree qualification at Osnabrück University. Information on the conditions under which you can apply for this degree course without a general higher education entrance qualification can be found on the Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences website under University Entrance.
For the vocational subject area, a completed apprenticeship in a relevant training occupation or a subject-related internship is required before starting the course. Details can be found in the admission regulations for your desired subject area.
This program is subject to admission restrictions.
Master of Education
To apply for the Master's degree program in Vocational Teacher Education, you must have a qualified Bachelor's degree in Vocational Education. In addition, you must provide evidence of practical work experience in the vocational subject area. Further information can be found in the admission regulations for the Master's degree course.
This subject is free of admission.
Bachelor of Vocational Education in Cooperation with Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences
Applications for the Bachelor's degree course in Vocational Education in cooperation with a Partial Degree Program at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Information Technology, Metal Technology or Ecotrophology) are only accepted by Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. Here you can find the Application Information of Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences.
Master of Education
German and international applicants can find all information about the application and the application deadline for the desired semester under Master's degree programs (two subjects).
The examination regulations do not prescribe an obligatory period of study abroad. However, a number of Options for Studying Abroad are available to you within a range of exchange programs. The International Office will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
Studying at Osnabrück University means you will be subject to semester fees. Depending on how much of your study credit (standard period of study plus tolerance semester) you have used up, you may also have to pay long-term study fees. Additional information on this topic may be found at How Much does Studying Cost?
Our Central Study Counseling Service will be happy to provide you with all the information you need about studying, admission requirements and the structure of your chosen program.
Each department’s Departmental Study Counselling Service will answer any questions you might have about the content of individual programs.
This degree program has been accredited by the German Accreditation Council.