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The WiSo Faculty – in conjunction with the other teacher-training faculties – runs the Bachelor of Arts in Vocational School Teacher Training I (Economics + teaching subject) as a teaching bachelor.
Graduates from the “Bachelor with an education component” programme for vocational school teachers are qualified in Economic Science. Apart from this specialisation, the programme consists of compulsory educational science subjects, incorporating an internship to establish the student’s aptitude and provide them with a general idea of the profession, a vocational school teaching internship and the student’s second chosen subject.
Students on the Bachelor of Arts in Vocational School Teacher Training I must be proficient in German. More information concerning the programme is available in German here: Lehramt an Berufskollegs - Bachelor of Arts
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An international Faculty
The international focus and outstanding reputation of the WiSo Faculty at the University of Cologne make it a premier destination for your studies in Germany – at the heart of Europe.
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Application deadline
15 July for applicants seeking to commence their studies in the fall term. Current information or changes can be found on the website of the Center for Teacher Education (ZfL)
Online application
Applicants with a German university entrance qualification can apply via the website of the Student Admissions Office.
International applicants can find information on how to apply on the website of the International Office.
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