PreMaster: Practical Gap Year to Master’s Degree

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Anne is a participant in our Pre Master program and speaks about a year of valuable practical experience. (video in German language)

Do you have your Bachelor's degree under your belt and want to gain practical experience? But you also want a Master's degree? Either? Or? — Both! We have the perfect solution for you: with our Pre Master's program, we enable you to start your master's program with field experience. This means that you will learn on the job what you will later learn in theory during your studies — including professional advice and financial support.

The Pre Master's program is structured in two phases: a practical phase at our company followed by the study phase for your Master's degree at the university.

During the company phase, you will get to know the daily and project business in your field intensively. Depending on when you start, this phase can lasts up to 12 months. You are given a general introduction to our company and attend at least one specialist seminar reflecting your interests. You will also have the opportunity to visit at least one exchange department.

This will give you further insights into different areas of the company, which will strengthen your choice of your master's program.

Building on this, you will then start your Master's program with your desired academic specialization. You can also count on our practical support during this phase.

There is no set application or starting date for the program. Apply online for vacancies.

What's in for you:

• Increase your professional capabilities through the responsibilities assigned to you.
• You will get excellent professional support from your supervisor and personal support from your mentor.
• You will receive a fixed-term contract during the company phase and a framework agreement for the entire duration of the program.
• We support you in making a promising start to your career: many Pre Master participants join us directly after completing the program.
• You will also expand your knowledge in specialized seminars - e.g. in quality management or negotiation skills.
• Visit at least one exchange department during your company phase to gain further practical insights.

What sets you apart

After a very good Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, natural sciences or economics, you are aiming for a Master's degree. In addition to professional excellence you also bring these personal attributes to the table:

• Your very good Bachelor's degree
• is no longer than 6 months old and
• you are aiming for a Master’s degree
• in addition, your personality is characterized by a willingness to learn, determination, a sense of responsibility and intercultural openness.

There is no set application or starting date for the program. Apply online for vacancies.

All Pre Master vacancies can be found in our job portal. Apply directly online here.

The Pre Master Program is aimed at students who are about to or have recently completed a bachelor’s degree and intend to study further toward a master’s degree.

How long is the Pre Master Program?

The Pre Master Program consists of two phases – practical work in our company followed by study toward a master’s degree. The practical phase lasts normally up to twelve months but may be much shorter. The duration and starting date are determined on an individual basis so that the master's degree can be started immediately afterwards. The subsequent master's phase corresponds to the duration of your master's degree / full-time distance learning is possible.

Since winter semester 2017/2018 students from non-European countries have to cover tuition fees in Baden-Württemberg and Sachsen of 1,500 euros / semester.

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