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Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Master German Social Sciences

Business education

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

About the Program

The Master of Education in Business Education (Wirtschaftspädagogik) program prepares students to effectively design and manage economic teaching-learning processes in vocational schools. The program offers a unique combination of economics, educational sciences, and an additional subject of choice. Students specialize in teaching business-related content in school settings and pedagogical-psychological measures to support learners. The program focuses on both solid academic training and systematic teaching of didactic, methodological, and practical professional skills. Key questions addressed in the program include: How can business-related educational offerings be designed and adapted to current social developments (e.g., digitalization)? What impact does increasing digitalization have on the design of economic instruction? How should vocational training be structured to provide learners with optimal preparation for changing occupational fields?
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The Master of Education in Business Education (Wirtschaftspädagogik) program prepares students to effectively design and manage economic teaching-learning processes in vocational schools. The program offers a unique combination of economics, educational sciences, and an additional subject of choice. Students specialize in teaching business-related content in school settings and pedagogical-psychological measures to support learners. The program focuses on both solid academic training and systematic teaching of didactic, methodological, and practical professional skills. Key questions addressed in the program include: How can business-related educational offerings be designed and adapted to current social developments (e.g., digitalization)? What impact does increasing digitalization have on the design of economic instruction? How should vocational training be structured to provide learners with optimal preparation for changing occupational fields?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Business education at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

Is Business education at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Business education programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Business education at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Business education?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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