Vocational Education and Human Resources Development
DEGREE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
for winter semester
January 15
for summer semester
INTERNSHIP
18 weeks
ADMISSION
Please note the admission requirements
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STANDARD PERIOD OF STUDY
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Not required
TEACHING LANGUAGE
Shape the future of education and work
How can we help apprentices develop as individuals? How can we select the right employees? How can we design digital continuing education programs? What role will AI methods play in teaching, learning, and work processes?
The Master’s program in “Vocational Education and Human Resources Development” at the University of Stuttgart addresses these and other questions. The program prepares you for careers in vocational education and training, continuing education, and human resources development.
- Two in-demand fields combined: vocational education and training and human resources development
- Interactive teaching and learning methods
- In-depth insights into vocational education and human resources development and thereby into related methods of assessment, evaluation, and research
- A wide range of career opportunities after graduation
- AdA certificate (IHK trainer qualification) included
Would you like a hands-on approach to learning during your studies?
Are a scientifically sound approach and strong diagnostic skills important for your professional future?
You may also be interested in these topics:
- Workplace education and questions of human resources development
- Issues in aptitude testing and hiring
- Presenting educational content in ways that make learning enjoyable and help others succeed
- Using AI to provide personalized digital support for learning
If so, the M.A. in Vocational Education and Human Resources Development is the right choice for you.

Accreditation
The quality of this degree program has been certified.
Contact for further questions
Matthias Wyrwal
Dr. phil.Departmental Advisory Service (Vocational Education and Technology Education), Internship Counseling (Vocational Education and Technology Education), Teaching, Research