Education (Master)

Graduates of the master's programme in Education at the University of Vienna know the special characteristics, boundaries, terminologies and schools of thought of educational studies. This knowledge and understanding forms the basis for the development and/or application of independent ideas and interpretations. Graduates have a broad, detailed and critical understanding of the state of knowledge and research in one or several special fields of education. They are also able to apply their knowledge and understanding, as well as their problem-solving skills, in new and unfamiliar situations that have a broad or interdisciplinary connection with the discipline of education.

Study Programme

The master's programme in Education consists of a group of compulsory modules (consisting of three compulsory modules), ensuring that students acquire the basics of the discipline. In addition, there are four alternative compulsory modules, out of which students have to select three (Education and Change; Curriculum and Instruction; Special Needs and Inclusive Education; Education, Counselling and Human Development). They provide students with the opportunity to specialise and acquire in-depth knowledge. To complete their studies, students have to write a master’s thesis and pass a master’s examination.