Record numbers of part-time students: highest proportions in Hamburg and North Rhine-Westphalia

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The number of people studying part-time in Germany has risen to an all-time high of around 231,000. Germany’s federal states with the highest proportions are Hamburg, North Rhine-Westphalia and Mecklenburg-West… Continue reading Record numbers of part-time students: highest proportions in Hamburg and North Rhine-Westphalia

Vocational academies differ to cooperative state universities

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In some federal states of Germany, dual students can choose between studying at a university or a vocational academy (Berufsakademie). These two institutions differ in several respects, including the programme… Continue reading Vocational academies differ to cooperative state universities

“Germany needs innovative bridging between academic and vocational education”

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Be it studies for non-traditional applicants or dual study options – a growing number of people in Germany want the best of both education systems. But there is a lack… Continue reading “Germany needs innovative bridging between academic and vocational education”