StudyQA — Master: Master in Educational Technology (EduTech)

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The Master in Educational Technology (EduTech) at Saarland University offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students for the dynamic field of technology-enhanced education. This program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, equipping graduates with the skills necessary to innovate and improve learning environments across various sectors, including schools, universities, corporate training, and e-learning platforms. The curriculum emphasizes a deep understanding of instructional design, multimedia development, digital pedagogy, and the integration of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and gamification into educational settings. Students will engage in advanced coursework covering topics like learning analytics, user experience design, assessment methods, and educational research methodologies, enabling them to analyze and enhance educational processes effectively. The program also provides hands-on experiences through projects, internships, and collaborations with educational institutions and industry partners, fostering real-world skills and professional networking opportunities. Graduates of the EduTech Master's program will be well-prepared for careers as instructional designers, educational technology specialists, e-learning developers, research analysts, and innovation managers. Saarland University's focus on research-driven teaching and its strong ties with technology industries further enrich the learning environment, allowing students to participate in cutting-edge research projects and innovation initiatives. With a flexible structure that includes elective courses and a thesis component, the program offers students the opportunity to tailor their education according to their interests and career goals. By completing this program, students will gain a solid academic foundation and practical expertise to contribute meaningfully to the evolving landscape of digital education and lifelong learning.

Educational organisation

During the four semesters of the Master's Programme in EduTech, 120 Credit Points (CP) based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) are available. One CP corresponds to a 30-hour workload.
The programme is divided into three different sections: Obligatory, Compulsory and Free Choice.

Obligatory: students should perform four partial module exams. 40 Credit Points (CP) can be obtained in the respective courses.

First semester: Module EduTech I
- Introduction to Educational Technology (4 CP)
- Education Technology (4 CP)
Second semester: Module EduTech II
- CSCL (3CP)
- Facilitating CSCL (4 CP)
- Learner Support in TEL (4 CP)
- Product Colloquium EduTech II (1 CP)
Third semester: Methods of EduTech R&D and Cognitive Foundations of EduTech
- Empirical Research Methods (5 CP)
- Programming for EduTech (5 CP)
- Product Colloquium Methods of EduTech R&D (2 CP)
- Multimedia Learning (4 CP)
- Cognitive Foundations of Learning in TEL (4 CP)
Fourth semester
- Master's thesis (31 CP)

Compulsory: students should engage in either "programming" or "research methods", based on their prior education. This module is credited with 16 CP and is taught in the second semester.

Free Choice: students should complete one partial module exam or single course based on their prerequisites for admission; 110 ECTS credits can be obtained in the respective courses.
Modules are:

Learning and Instruction (9 CP)
Development and Education (13 CP)
Technology-Enhanced Communication and Knowledge Management (24 CP)
Artificial Intelligence for EduTech (16 CP)
User Interface Design (13 CP)
Tutor (after having acquired competencies as a tutor in a seminar, students are required to hold their own tutorials) (8 CP)
Language and Culture (27 CP)

Study abroad unit(s)

Participants can spend a semester and collect ECTS at one of the partner universities of Saarland University using the Erasmus programme.

Internships

During the EduTech Master's programme, you can complete an internship of up to 180 hours. This has to be approved in advance, either by the faculty director of studies or by the examination board. The internship must take place during the lecture period. It can be completed abroad.
A certificate issued by the internship host (without a grade) must be submitted as proof of completion of the internship. The certificate must be accompanied by a report on the internship. A maximum of six credit points (one credit point corresponds to 30 hours of internship) will be credited for the internship, which can be recognised as a free-choice course.

Forms of assessment

There are various forms of assessment:

module assignments
written / oral exams
term papers

Course objectives

During your studies, you will learn about prominent learning theories and state-of-the-art educational technologies - and how to design and implement them. You will be able to understand and evaluate common and new technologies in use for educational purposes, e.g. in schools or universities. Technological devices such as iPads or other tablets, personal computers, smart phones, or tabletops can be used as a support in teaching and instruction. With an EduTech MSc, you will be able to design meaningful learning settings and implement new ways of education.
Graduates of the EduTech programme can choose, for example, a career in educational research, become developers of digital media, work in an e-learning firm, or work as educational designers for specialised workplace computer courses, as creators of online educational materials or as advisers to educational institutions.
Even before they have completed their studies, our students are strongly in demand at various EduTech companies.

Language requirements

Applicants must provide proof of their German and English skills at minimum level B2 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, CEFR) at the beginning of their studies and must be able to participate in courses either in English or in German. Students need to reach level C1 or equivalent in both languages after the first or second semester. For students who have not achieved this level at the beginning of the study programme, language courses are offered at the university and are accredited within the EduTech study programme.

Required DSH / TestDaF

Yes

Academic requirements

The Department of Educational Technology welcomes applications from German and international candidates with a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Psychology, Education, Computer Science or related fields with a proof of fluency in English and German (level B2 at application, C1 must be obtained after the first or second semester). Courses to enhance your language skills can be taken during the course. In exceptional cases, other Bachelor's degrees may be accepted.
To be accepted for the EduTech Master's programme, you must obtain 50 qualification points. A table on our homepage shows how many qualification points you gain for your Bachelor's grade and for other qualifications you may additionally hold.

Enrolment fees

Approx. 200 EUR per semester, including a semester ticket covering public transport in the Saarbrücken area

Costs of living

About 800 EUR per month to cover personal expenses (incl. accommodation)

Job opportunities

There are several possibilities to find part-time jobs in Saarbrücken (in catering, etc.). Students also have the opportunity to work as student assistants.

Funding opportunities within the university

Saarland University offers several funding opportunities for national and international students.
http://www.uni-saarland.de/campus/studium/beratung-und-orientierung/studienfinanzierung/stipendien.html

Arrival support

Introductory week: a game-based, technology-enhanced scavenger hunt

Services and support for international students

Saarland University offers a special support and guidance service for our international students and visiting scholars. As well as welcoming new foreign students to the university, we organise excursions and cultural events where students and scholars from abroad can meet German students and colleagues. We also provide support in dealing with official and administrative matters. To encourage interaction between German and international students, the international office also runs a successful peer mentoring programme called "you and me".

Accommodation

Accommodation is available through the Student Services Office or on the private market. Rent for a single room in a student residence is approx. 220 EUR: http://www.studentenwerk-saarland.de/en/Uber-uns
Help in looking for private accommodation can be found here: http://www.studentenwerk-saarland.de/en/Wohnen/Wohnen-woanders/Private-Wohnungssuche
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