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
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Dual studies in Germany: federal states differ widely in terms of study options and demand
Dual studies are growing in popularity in Germany. And yet the programmes that combine academic and vocational education vary significantly, depending on their design. There is also a wide range… Continue reading Dual studies in Germany: federal states differ widely in terms of study options and demand
Around 2,000 degree programmes suitable for dual study
There are currently 1,989 dual study programmes in Germany, 1,960 of which lead to a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree. This represents 9.5 percent of all 20,635 degree programmes offered in… Continue reading Around 2,000 degree programmes suitable for dual study
Quality standards for dual study in Africa
CHE teamed up with university partners from Africa and Europe to develop quality standards for dual study programmes in Mozambique and South Africa. A publication about the project has been… Continue reading Quality standards for dual study in Africa
BMBF study on the need to develop dual study gets underway
CHE has been commissioned by Germany’s Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) to conduct a study on the current status of dual study in Germany. The analysis is being… Continue reading BMBF study on the need to develop dual study gets underway
Rogue courses and insolvency risks: what students need to know about dual study programmes
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There is a strong demand for dual study programmes in Germany. And yet not all degree programmes labelled “dual” automatically ensure smooth alternation between periods at university and practical phases.… Continue reading Rogue courses and insolvency risks: what students need to know about dual study programmes