Was ist ein Bachelor-Studium? Was ist ein Masterstudium?

What is a Bachelor's degree program? What is a Master's degree program?

Bachelor studies:

  • First stage of a degree course at a University (University of Applied Sciences, University of Teacher Education, University), provides basic knowledge
  • Duration: Usually 6 semesters
  • Degree: Bachelor thesis
  • ECTS points (European Credit Transfer System = international credit points): 180
  • Prerequisites: High school diploma (university), vocational diploma, technical diploma and some professional experience

Master's degree (training master's degree, not to be confused with the continuing education master's degree)

  • Second stage of studies at a Universities (University of Applied Sciences, University of Teacher Education, University), provides in-depth and specialized knowledge
  • Also known as a consecutive Master's degree
  • Duration: 4 semesters
  • Degree: Master's thesis
  • ECTS points (European Credit Transfer System = international credit points): 90-120
  • Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree or equivalent university degree