Educational Technology (M.Sc.)

In addition to core subjects in educational science, such as instructional design and social science research methods, students will also learn to code. Furthermore, students can explore topics from a wide range of optional modules, such as artificial intelligence or human-computer interaction. The programme also includes a compulsory internship, either externally with EduTech companies or internally as tutors or podcasters.

The Master's programme is designed as an attendance course and requires personal presence at Saarland University. As the modules and exams are in English, students must demonstrate proof of excellent command in English.

Information for international applicants

The master's programme comprises an overall of 120 credit points (CP) of compulsory and elective courses within the following modules:

Compulsory modules

• EduTech (15 CP)
• Cognition (12 CP)
• Methods I (5 to 15 CP, usually 10 CP)
• Practice (8 CP)
• Master’s thesis (31 CP)

Elective modules

• Methods II (10 CP)
• Design (12 CP)
• Knowledge Management and Communication (16 CP)
• Human Computer Interaction (12 CP)
• AI Support (15 CP)
• LA & Human Computer Systems (16 CP)

The compulsory component must be completed in full (usually 76 credits). For the elective component, various modules or individual courses may be taken, subject to the relevant entry requirements (minimum 39 credits). A professional placement, practical training (podcast) or practical teaching practice (tutorial) totalling 240 hours (8 ECTS credits) completes the programme.
 

Graduates of the Master's programme in Educational Technology can choose a career in educational research or become developers of digital media. They can also work in an e-learning firm or as educational designers for specialized workplace computer courses, as creators of online educational materials or as advisors for educational institutions. An alumni study of 2018 shows that more than 90% of alumni find a job within the domain of educational technology in the first months after graduating. Almost a third of our alumni go on to do a PhD in the field.

1. A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science (or Media Informatics), Psychology or Educational Science (or Media Education). The final grade of the degree needs to be 3.0 or better (according to the German grading system). Provided that there are places available and that the applicant has an excellent final grade (1.5 or better), bachelor's degrees in related fields may be accepted. For the application, please submit your degree certificate along with a transcript of the courses you completed.

2. A letter of motivation. Please write one page focusing on these topics:

• Prior knowledge and experiences with research methods and/or programming
• Why do you want to study Educational Technology? What do you expect from this programme?
• Critically reflect on your prior experiences with using technologies for teaching and learning

3.  Proof of English language skills of at least level B2 (CEFR)

In case that the required bachelor's degree cannot be proven at the time of the application (for example when you are about to complete the degree and you are waiting for the final certificate), you will have to give proof of the study progress so far (transcript of records with temporary grade) and that you are registered for all missing exams. This proof needs to be signed and stamped by the university's examination office. The final documents need to be handed in until the end of the first semester.

Further information and a FAQ

Regulations

• Study regulations (in German)
• Examination regulations
• Subject-specific regulations (in German)
• Discontinued regulations (in German)

Programme content

• Module catalogue